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Best Uber Accident Lawyer in Newport Beach
It is no surprise that many local residents in Newport Beach use Uber to get around.
Newport Beach is well known for its restaurants and bars, and fortunately, people nowadays realize that drinking and driving are not good and that they have an option called Uber or Lyft.
Even while using a rideshare service you need to be safe and be aware of your surroundings.
Remember to wear your seat belt, don’t talk too much, and distract the Uber driver, and if something feels unsafe about your Uber ride you can always ask to be dropped off before your destination.
If you have questions about an injury related to an Uber accident, then please, contact our Uber accident lawyers in Newport Beach here at The Law Offices of Daniel Kim for free legal guidance.
Why Contact An Uber Accident Lawyer in Newport Beach?
If you have been injured in an Uber or Lyft crash here in Newport Beach then you need to hire an experienced Uber accident lawyer.
Whether you are an Uber driver, Uber passenger, or you were just driving home and got hit by an Uber driver, you still have legal rights.
Just remember that the insurance companies don’t like to pay out money in settlements.
The Law Offices of Daniel Kim have over 1,000 positive reviews (mostly 5 stars) on Yelp and Google and it grows every day.
We take great pride in our client satisfaction rate which is 99%, meaning that only 1 out of 100 clients isn’t completely happy.
Daniel Kim has years of experience helping Uber accident victims.
Daniel was a paralegal in the U.S. Army JAG Corps and he is part of the local Orange County community.
Our law firm will stand beside you no matter how long your personal injury settlement takes.
Practice Areas We Specialize In
At The Law Offices of Daniel Kim, our personal injury attorneys in Newport Beach exclusively handle motor vehicle accident cases. This sets us apart from other law firms that take any case just to make a quick dollar. Our outstanding attorneys focus on motor vehicle accidents. This allows us to offer the best service to our clients who want real experience and knowledge.
Car Accidents – This can involve any type of crash from an Uber wreck, to maybe a teenage driver hitting you, or maybe an old lady ran a red light and rear-ended your car. Call us for any automotive-related accident.
Motorcycle Accidents – As we all know riding a motorcycle is very dangerous, and almost all motorcycle accidents lead to severe injuries.
Truck Accidents – there are actually quite a few semi-truck accidents in the area, but our law firm knows what needs to be done to protect your legal rights.
Pedestrian Accidents – These are always bad accidents because a pedestrian has no chance against a 2,000 lb. car that runs them over.
Bike Accidents – Bike accidents always lead to a serious injury, even if you are wearing a helmet. Broken bones and road rash are common in bike accidents.
How Much is My Uber Accident Settlement Worth?
When you are dealing with the insurance companies that deal with Uber accidents it can become very hectic.
There are many factors that go into determining what an Uber settlement is worth.
If somebody suffers a severe injury like broken ribs, or a head injury then their settlement will be much greater than an Uber driver in Newport Beach who just suffered a sprained wrist.
Let an experienced Newport Beach Uber accident lawyer take care of all the negotiations and settlement numbers.
Daniel Kim will file a personal injury claim to get you compensation for:
- Lost wages – any earnings due to missed work
- Property damage – damage to vehicles and personal items
- Medical expenses – hospital visits, ambulance, surgery, etc.
- Wrongful death – funeral bills, loss of inheritance,
- Pain and suffering – anxiety, stress, PTSD, etc.
How Do Rideshare Companies Hire Their Drivers?
It is actually not very hard to get hired to drive for Uber or Lyft, so passengers should be aware of that.
To be an Uber driver is actually a pretty simple process.
You must:
- Pass a valid background check from the police
- You must have a valid drivers license
- Must own a newer 4 door car
- Need to own a smartphone to use the Uber app
- Need to pass a simple interview
Causes for Uber Accidents in Newport Beach
There is not one simple reason why Uber (and rideshare) accidents happen, but there are common causes that happen over and over.
Even Uber drivers get into accidents, and if you are a passenger in an Uber or if you’re an Uber driver yourself, there is a chance of getting injured in a car accident.
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft are attempting to lower the amount of drunk or impaired drivers that are on the road in Newport Beach.
Some Orange County roads are just notorious for being dangerous for any type of vehicle (cars, trucks, motorcycles).
Car accidents can be confusing and complicated especially when dealing with insurance and large rideshare companies like Uber.
There is help out there and lawyers that often specialize in these types of accidents.
This is a list of what causes many Uber crashes in Newport Beach:
- Driving too fast (speeding is always a top reason for crashes)
- Not paying attention (eating, on the phone, daydreaming)
- Running a red light or stop sign (careless behavior)
- Road rage (acting crazy toward other drivers)
- Teenage drivers (inexperienced drivers are higher risk)
- Bad weather (in Los Angeles heavy rains cause major problems on the roads)
- Over-worked drivers (tired, less attentive)
- Car malfunctioning (flat tire, faulty brakes, etc.)
- Driving under the influence (drugs, pills, alcohol)
Common Injuries from an Uber Accident
Every Uber accident in Newport Beach is unique, and if you are lucky your injuries will be minor.
Car accidents can be life-changing and traumatic events.
Victims in Uber accidents are sometimes left with serious injuries often requiring extensive hospitalization and long-term medical care.
There are so many factors that can impact what injuries you suffer in a crash.
Things like speed, your health, and age if airbags deploy, wearing a seat belt, etc. as well as the vehicle you are in.
If you are in a car or truck, Mercedes or Toyota, the size and strength of the vehicle will come into play.
Don’t wait around after an accident to see how you feel, your best bet is to seek medical treatment to ensure your well-being.
Of course, the severity of your injuries will play a major role in your settlement so call our offices today for a Free consultation.
Injuries we see every day from Uber accidents in Newport Beach:
- Concussion (brain injury)
- Broken bones (legs, ankles, and arms etc.)
- Back (spinal injuries)
- Neck (often whiplash is a result)
- Pelvic injuries (impact and seat belt can cause this)
- Facial injury (cuts, bruises, and fractures)
- Amputation (major accidents can cause the loss of a limb)
- Chest (internal organs)
What to Do After an Uber Accident in Newport Beach
Like any car accident, if you have been involved in an Uber crash you need to stay calm.
If you stay calm then you can follow a certain process to ensure your safety and protect your legal rights.
Here is what to do immediately after an Uber car accident:
- Call 911 and ambulance if injured
- The police report is necessary for insurance (this starts the paper trail)
- Information exchanged (driver’s license, insurance info)
- Take photos or video (on your phone) of the scene, your car, your injuries, etc.
- Make sure you are not injured and take yourself to the hospital if you don’t need an ambulance
- If you decide to file a claim get an Uber accident attorney
- Contact Daniel Kim Law Offices for Free consultation
Newport Beach Uber Accident Statistics
Uber and other rideshare services are becoming incredibly popular in Newport Beach, California, and the rest of the United States (as well as the rest of the world, for that matter).
It is important to remember that at the end of the day these vehicles are involved in automobile accidents at the same average rate as any other car or truck on the road – and that they aren’t perfectly safe the way that some people think they are.
In Newport Beach throughout the year 2017, for example, Uber cars were involved in more than 50 accidents throughout the city limits.
Deaths from Uber Accidents in Newport Beach
Thankfully, the overwhelming majority of automobile accidents involving Uber cars do not result in fatalities.
At the same time, one person lost their life as a direct result of an accident on Newport Beach roads in 2017 that involves Uber vehicles.
Injuries from Uber Accidents in Newport Beach
Injuries are much more common than fatalities in any car accident, and the same is true of automobile accidents involving Uber and other ridesharing service vehicles.
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, more than 80% of these accidents involve some type of injury being reported.
Uber Accident Involving Drugs or Alcohol
Uber drivers are statistically slightly less likely to use drugs or alcohol before they slide behind the wheel of the car they are driving.
California drivers that have been involved in an accident are likely to have consumed some type of drug 11% of the time on average.
Drinking and driving is also up throughout Newport Beach as well as the rest of California, jumping up nearly 30% over the past five years and showing no signs of a downward trend.
This is especially interesting, considering the fact that Uber and other ridesharing services were advertised to help stop this kind of behavior.
Uber Involved a Distracted Driver
Nearly 3/4 of all California drivers report that they use their smartphones while they are behind the wheel and driving their vehicles, even though they understand that it is the number one form of distracted driving – as well as illegal. Additionally, 80% of all accidents in the state of California have been found to have been caused by at least some form of driver inattention as well.
Uber-Users in California
By August 2017, there were almost 150,000 people in the state of California driving as full-time Uber drivers – and this number has certainly climbed even higher than that in just the last few years
More than 30% of all California citizens report using Uber or some other form of ridesharing, with 2% stating that they call an Uber car every single day of the week.
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