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What to Do After a Ridesharing Accident in Houston, Texas

Hurt in a ridesharing crash in Houston, Harris County, or elsewhere in Southeast Texas? You need to take immediate action to protect yourself and your rights. Here are four key steps: 

1. Ensure the Crash is Reported: All motorists involved in a collision in Texas are required to stop their vehicle. The crash should be reported to law enforcement. If you were in another vehicle, you need to report the accident. If you are a ridesharing passenger, you should ensure that the driver reports the accident to the police. 
2. Seek Immediate Medical Care: All car accident injuries should be evaluated by a doctor as soon as possible. Even seemingly minor injuries can actually be very serious. You should get yourself checked out. Without medical records, you will not be able to bring a ridesharing accident injury claim for compensation. 
3. Notify Uber/Lyft and Insurers: All appropriate parties should be notified of the crash. If you are a ridesharing passenger, you should notify Uber or Lyft. If you were in another vehicle, you should notify your own insurance company. If you are not sure how to report a collision, a Houston car accident attorney can help. 
4. Speak to a Lawyer Before Giving a Statement: Prior to giving a recorded statement to an insurance adjuster, you should consult with an experienced Houston car accident attorney. Your lawyer can review the case, answer your questions, and develop a strategy to protect your legal rights and your financial interests. 

An Overview of the Texas Ridesharing Insurance Laws

Our state has specialized insurance regulations for Uber and Lyft. Under Texas law (Tex. Occ. Code Section 2402.002), “transportation network companies and drivers logged in to the company’s digital network are not common carriers, contract carriers, or motor carriers.” Instead, they are subject to unique laws. Ridesharing collisions can create complicated insurance questions. In Texas, there are actually several different stages of ridesharing. The insurance coverage requirements vary by the specific stage of operation that the vehicle is in. Here is an overview: 

• Not Actively a Ridesharing Vehicle: Uber and Lyft drivers use their personal vehicles. When the app is off, that vehicle is considered to be entirely a personal vehicle. In other words, the driver’s personal auto insurance is the only coverage that applies.
• Ridesharing App is On, But No Passengers Yet: When the app is on and the driver is waiting for a ride request, the rideshare company provides limited liability coverage. In Texas, the insurance for this scenario is generally at least $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident for bodily injury and an additional $25,000 for property damage.
• Ride is Accept and/or a Passenger in in the Vehicle: From the moment a ride request is accepted to when the passenger is picked up, the coverage increases. The rideshare company’s insurance provides $1 million in liability coverage. The phase covers the duration of the ride until the passenger is dropped off. Uber and Lyft passengers in Texas are always covered by a minimum $1 million insurance policy from the ridesharing company. 

Know the Statute of Limitations: Car Crash Injury Claims in Texas

In Texas, the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit related to a car accident is generally two years from the date of the accident. The deadline also applies to ridesharing accident injury cases. You do not want to fall behind in a ridesharing accident claim. Be proactive: Consult with a Houston Uber & Lyft accident lawyer as soon as possible. 

Recovering the Maximum Compensation for Ridesharing Accident Victims

Were you or your loved one hurt in a ridesharing crash in Houston or elsewhere in Southeast Texas? If so, it is imperative that you are able to secure the maximum financial support, including for non-economic losses. Unfortunately, Uber, Lyft, and ridesharing insurers fight hard to resolve claims for the lowest amount of compensation possible. We can make a difference for clients. Our Houston ridesharing accident lawyers are prepared to help injured victims seek compensation for: 

• Property loss, such as vehicle repairs; 
• Emergency medical treatment; 
• Hospital bills and other medical expenses; 
• Physical therapy and mental health support; 
• Loss of wages and loss of future earnings; 
• Pain and suffering & mental distress;
• Long-term disability and physical scarring; and 
• Wrongful death of a family member. 

Why Trust Our Houston Rideshare Accident Lawyer

Ridesharing accident claims are complicated. You may be feeling stressed, frustrated, confused, and/or overwhelmed after a serious accident. A proactive approach is a must. Matthew C. Stano is a former Texas prosecutor with a history of successful case results in personal injury claims. We have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for injured victims. Along with other things, our Houston rideshare accident attorney is prepared to: 

• Hear your story, answer questions, and explain your options;
• Investigate your ridesharing crash—gathering the evidence to prove fault; 
• Handle the legal paperwork and advocate for your in settlement talks; and
• Develop a comprehensive strategy to help you maximize your compensation.  

Contact Our Houston Uber & Lyft Accident Attorney for a Free Case Review

At The Stano Law Firm, our Texas ridesharing accident lawyer has extensive experience handling both Uber and Lyft accident claims. If you or your loved one was hurt in a ridesharing collision, please do not hesitate to contact us today at (832) 777-0390 for a free case review. From our Houston law office, we handle Uber & Lyft accident claims throughout the surrounding area in Southeast Texas.