Taxis have long provided Rolla residents with a method of traversing the city. However, in recent years, rideshare companies like Uber have stepped in to offer rides to help residents travel. For many, using a rideshare service or taxi is about convenience. You will not have to worry about finding a parking spot or finding a sober driver. However, the same road hazards that impact a personal vehicle can lead to injuries to an Uber or taxi passenger.
If you or a loved one sustained an injury during a taxi or Uber ride, you might have a viable claim for damages. With the help of a seasoned car accident lawyer at the A.W. Smith Law Firm, you might be able to recover compensation for damages from the responsible party. While many accidents result from the driver’s careless actions, some result from negligence caused by other drivers, cyclists, or pedestrians. A Rolla Uber/taxi accident lawyer could help you the parties accountable for their actions.
To resolve claims regarding injured drivers, state law requires all vehicle operators to maintain a minimum level of insurance coverage. These state requirements apply to both taxi and Uber drivers. The minimum level of coverage includes:
These drivers must also maintain uninsured motorist coverage for cases where an uninsured driver causes an accident with the taxi or rideshare vehicle. This coverage requires $25,000 in bodily injury coverage per person and $50,000 per collision. In addition to losing their driving privileges, a driver that operates without insurance could face fines and other penalties.
Carrying mandatory insurance and holding a driver’s license is not the requirement that rideshare drivers must meet in Rolla. An Uber/taxi accident lawyer in Rolla might rely on a driver’s failure to comply with these requirements when pursuing damages following an accident.
Missouri is known as a “fault” state, meaning the person responsible for an accident can face responsibility for damages from the accident. Many of these claims result in a settlement, however. There are several potential sources of compensation in a settlement. Some options for an injury victim following an Uber/taxi accident include:
A dedicated Rolla Uber/taxi attorney could help an injury victim with all three options. Insurance companies and taxi services often put up a fight when their drivers cause an injury accident. However, through guidance from experienced legal counsel, it might be possible to recover damages from any of these sources of compensation.
The pressure of dealing with an Uber/taxi injury can be intense. In addition to receiving necessary medical treatment, you might also miss work due to your injuries. Compensation from an injury verdict or settlement could bring you the financial stability you need.
To learn more about the process of filing an Uber/taxi accident lawsuit, reach out as soon as possible. A free consultation with a Rolla Uber/taxi accident lawyer could provide you with the answers you are looking for. Call the A.W. Smith Law Firm today to get started on your case.
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