Were you or a loved one injured in a St. Louis, Missouri, Uber accident? If so, you could be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other losses. A St. Louis personal injury lawyer can help you get the compensation you deserve. Contact Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers to discuss your rights.
For over 20 years, our team has fought hard for accident victims. We handle all types of personal injury cases including car accidents, pedestrian accidents, and rideshare accidents. Contact us today at (636) 519-0085 to schedule a free consultation with a St. Louis Uber accidents lawyer.
How Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers Can Help After a St. Louis Uber Accident
Uber accident cases are complex, potentially involving passengers, other drivers, and pedestrians. If the Uber driver is at fault, Uber’s insurance company will aggressively fight to minimize payouts.
You need a St. Louis personal injury attorney fighting for you. For more than two decades, Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers has fought for injured parties in St. Louis. Our team has over 30 years of combined experience and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients.
We prioritize personalized attention and are committed to getting the best outcome for every client. When you hire our team, we’ll:
- Investigate your accident to identify all parties responsible
- Gather evidence to prove who caused your accident
- Review medical records and documentation to determine the value of your case
- When necessary, work with experts to strengthen your claim
- File a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company
- Negotiate with the insurance company to ensure a fair settlement
- If necessary, file a lawsuit and represent you in court
- Comply with all deadlines
- Handle all administrative tasks
- Keep you updated on the status of your case
- Provide you with ongoing legal advice and guidance
Our team works on a contingency fee basis. This means that you won’t pay for attorney fees upfront or out-of-pocket. We only get paid if you get paid through a lawsuit or settlement.
Contact us today so we can start fighting to get the compensation you deserve after a Missouri Uber accident.
How Common Are Uber Accidents in Missouri
Uber accidents are on the rise across the United States. It’s difficult to get data on the number of accidents involving rideshare companies, but Uber’s 2022 Safety Report shows that there were 153 fatalities from Uber accidents in 2022.
In addition, research shows a 2-4% increase per year in fatal crashes since the introduction of rideshare vehicles in urban areas. This rise is largely attributed to the increased number of vehicles on the roads due to the presence of rideshare companies.
The St. Louis area is experiencing increasing congestion and rising numbers of Uber vehicles on the road. This results in a steady increase in rideshare accidents.
How Much Is My St. Louis Rideshare Case Worth?
One of the questions we get the most from new clients is, How much is my St. Louis rideshare case worth? Uber accident cases are a type of personal injury claim. Every personal injury claim is different, and the value of cases varies significantly based on the facts of each case.
Our team will analyze your case to give you a sense of how much it’s worth. Key factors we’ll consider are:
- The amount of your medical expenses
- Whether or not you need ongoing medical care
- The impact your injuries have on your ability to work
- The amount of your pain and suffering
- Whether or not you were partly at fault for the accident
- The amount of insurance coverage available
The insurance coverage available depends on the facts of the case. If the driver was using the Uber app and accepted a ride, Uber’s commercial insurance coverage applies. However, if the driver wasn’t using the app and hadn’t accepted a ride, the driver’s auto insurance applies.
Our team will analyze the facts of your case and give you an estimate of how much it’s worth. Next, we’ll gather evidence, work with experts, and negotiate with the responsible party to ensure you get a fair settlement.
Contact our team to discuss how much your St. Louis Uber accident is worth.
What Damages Are Available After a St. Louis Uber Accident?
Accident victims can recover damages to make them whole after an accident. Injured parties can demand compensatory damages from the at-fault party. The purpose of compensatory damages is to compensate the victim for both economic and non-economic losses.
Economic damages are tangible losses incurred because of an accident. Examples of economic damages are:
- Medical bills and medical expenses
- Future medical expenses
- Property damage
- Lost income
- Lost earning capacity
Non-economic damages compensate victims for intangible losses after an accident. These include:
- Pain and suffering
- Decreased quality of life
- Loss of consortium
- Anxiety and depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Scarring and disfigurement
In rare cases, punitive damages are also available. Punitive damages are used to punish wrongdoers and deter bad behavior. Punitive damages are only awarded when there’s clear and convincing evidence of egregious, willful, or reckless conduct. In Missouri, punitive damages are capped at $500,000 or five times the amount of compensatory damages.
Can I Recover Damages if I’m Partly at Fault for My Uber Accident?
It’s common for accident victims to be blamed for their Missouri rideshare accidents. This is a way for the responsible party to avoid responsibility and minimize the value of claims. It’s stressful for accident victims to be blamed for their accidents. However, you shouldn’t panic if you’re blamed for your crash.
Missouri follows a legal approach of pure comparative fault. This means that accident victims can recover from other at-fault parties even if they’re found to be partially at fault. In these cases, the amount of damages is reduced by the proportion of the injured party’s fault.
For example, if you’re 30% at fault for an accident, you’re only entitled to recover 70% of your damages.
Our team is used to defending clients against claims that they were responsible for an accident. If you’re being blamed for your Missouri Uber accident, contact a St. Louis personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to ensure your rights are protected.
Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers Can Help You Recover Damages for All of Your Uber Accident Injuries
Uber accidents can cause many different types of injuries, ranging from minor to catastrophic. After an accident, it’s common for insurance companies to attempt to minimize the extent of injuries to reduce the value of claims.
Our team will fight hard to ensure you’re compensated for all of your injuries. Some of the most common injuries after an Uber accident are:
- Concussions
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Broken bones
- Seat belt or airbag injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Neck and back injuries
- Amputations
- Burns
- Paralysis
Some Uber accidents are fatal. If you lost a loved one in a crash, our team can bring a wrongful death claim on their behalf to recover medical expenses, funeral expenses, and other losses. These are difficult cases, but we’ll support your family throughout the process and ensure the at-fault party is held responsible.
Our team will review medical records and work with medical experts to ensure you’re fairly compensated for all of your injuries.
Common Causes of Uber Accidents in St. Louis
The unfortunate reality is that most Uber accidents can be avoided. Negligence is the most common cause of these crashes. Uber drivers do not typically have any special training or skills. They’re more at risk of getting in an accident than other drivers because they spend long hours on the road, are dependent on an app, and regularly drive unfamiliar routes.
Some of the most common causes of Uber accidents are:
- Distracted driving
- Fatigued driving
- Unsafe locations for dropoff or pickup
- Speeding
- Unfamiliarity with routes or traffic patterns
- Failure to comply with traffic signals or traffic signs
- Failure to yield
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Hazardous road conditions
- Dangerous weather conditions
- Vehicle or parts defects
When you hire our team, we’ll conduct a thorough investigation to determine all the causes of your accident. We’ll identify all parties responsible for your injuries and fight to ensure they’re held accountable for their actions.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After an Uber Accident?
In Missouri, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is five years. Accident victims have five years from the date of an accident to file a lawsuit against at-fault parties. After this period, victims have no right to recover damages from liable parties.
Even if you think your case will be resolved through a settlement, it’s important to get your payment before the limitations period expires. You need to preserve your right to file a lawsuit if the insurance company doesn’t make a fair settlement offer.
Schedule a Free Case Evaluation With a St. Louis Uber Accident
If you or a loved one were injured in an Uber accident in Missouri, contact Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers. Our team of experienced personal injury lawyers will fight hard to get the compensation you deserve. Call us today, contact us online, or visit our St. Louis personal injury office to schedule a free consultation with a St. Louis Uber accident lawyer.
