Nashville Uber Accident Attorney

Uber and other rideshare apps have changed the way Nashville residents and visitors travel within the city and the surrounding area. There are more vehicles on the roads, including Uber cars, carrying passengers or cruising the streets awaiting a booking. A University of Chicago study shows an overall increase in traffic accidents by three percent since the rise of the Uber industry, largely due to increased traffic congestion caused by Uber and Lyft vehicles.

Most Uber rides are safe and uneventful, but an accident involving an Uber vehicle makes an insurance claim for damages complex and challenging. If you’ve been injured during an Uber ride, had a collision with an Uber car, or suffered a pedestrian accident with an Uber, you need experienced legal counsel with a track record of success in this type of claim.

Call the Nashville Uber accident attorneys at Selvidge Law Firm today so we can begin strategizing your economic recovery while you work on your physical recovery.

Why Choose Us for Your Uber Accident Attorneys in Nashville?

Attorney Adam Selvidge has a reputation for assertive client advocacy in Uber or Lyft accident claims in Nashville. He was rated as a “Rising Star” attorney in 2023 by Super Lawyers. By choosing representation from the skilled Nashville personal injury attorneys at Selvide Injury Law, you’ll have the following advantages for your case:

• A free consultation and no upfront fees—instead, we have a contingency-based fee method so we take no fee unless you recover compensation
• The advantages of a large city law firm with the family-focused atmosphere of a small-town legal firm
• An accident attorney who takes the time to get to know you and witness the impacts of the accident on your family, creating a more compelling case for compensation
• Over a decade of experience to put a powerful voice behind your claim

Navigating an Uber accident claim is challenging due to the structured insurance coverage with different policies for different stages of the rideshare. An experienced Nashville Uber accident lawyer can streamline this difficult claim process.

Meet Nashville Uber Accident Attorney Adam W. Selvidge

Can I Sue Uber for Compensation After a Nashville Uber Car Accident?

Rideshare companies like Uber tend to distance themselves from liability by maintaining their status as an app store that only sells apps to connect independent drivers with passengers. Instead, Uber requires their contracted rideshare drivers to carry special rideshare insurance that works on the following specific coverage structure:

• When the rideshare driver uses their vehicle for private purposes, their standard auto insurance coverage is in place
• Once the driver turns on their app and awaits a booking, their lower-tiered coverage may come into effect, or they may still be on their personal policy
• Once the driver books a passenger, during the drive to pick up the passenger, and throughout the rideshare journey with the passenger, the top-tier coverage is in place with up to $1 million in coverage per accident

Because of the unique leveled structure of rideshare insurance coverage, insurance companies commonly dispute claims and argue that their policy wasn’t in place when the accident occurred. It takes an experienced Nashville car accident attorney to investigate all aspects of a Nashville Uber accident to document evidence and make a compelling claim against the correct insurance policy.

Common Causes of Uber Accidents in Nashville

As an experienced Nashville Uber accident attorney, our legal team has helped victims recover millions of dollars caused by negligent drivers. There are various reasons why these accidents happen, and often they are preventable. Some examples include:

• Distracted drivers who are using their phone to text or navigate the app
• Adjustments to navigational maps
• Speeding and rushing from one location to the next
• Driving under the influence
• Inexperienced drivers who are unsure how to navigate busy highways and areas around Nashville
• Vehicle breakdowns
• Fatigued drivers who have spent too many hours on the road

To determine what caused your accident, our dedicated legal team will investigate your accident comprehensively. We will look at factors such as the vehicle’s logs that demonstrate what the driver was doing, witness statements, and accident reconstruction services. By understanding what caused the accident, we can then pursue full compensation for you against all parties involved and responsible.

Types of Uber Accidents We Handle

Uber accidents can be complex. They can occur in various ways, involving multiple groups. Some of the types of Uber accidents our Nashville attorney can help you with include:

• Passengers of the Uber driver. If you are a passenger in an Uber, you are counting on that driver to operate safely.
• Drivers of other vehicles. If an Uber driver strikes your vehicle, you can seek compensation against that driver and Uber, depending on the circumstances.
• Pedestrians and bike riders. Uber drivers not paying attention to the roadways can strike someone in a crosswalk or hit a bike rider, causing serious injury.
• Passengers in other vehicles. If you are a passenger in another vehicle that an Uber driver struck, you can also seek compensation for your losses.

In each situation, it is crucial to seek legal guidance to understand your rights. Insurance companies are not always on your side, and they want to minimize the amount of compensation they pay out. With a Nashville Uber accident attorney working for you, you gain peace of mind and the legal support you need to navigate this claims process with confidence.

What Your Uber Accident Claim May Be Worth

One of the most important steps our Nashville Uber accident attorneys will take is gathering all available evidence to document your losses. This can be critical and is often a rushed step. If you try to file a claim on your own with the insurance company, they will not provide you with any insight into the value of your case. The burden of proof is on your shoulders. However, with the help of a Nashville Uber accident lawyer, you will gain exceptional, hands-on support to help you recover fair damages.

Every Uber accident is unique. However, most will involve both economic and non-economic losses. Some types of common economic damages include:

• Medical bills: This includes any medical losses from the accident, including hospitalizations, treatments, medications, surgeries, and follow-up care to help you recover
• Lost wages: You may be unable to work for a period of time. You may claim any lost wages you have, including missed hours or salary, bonuses, and benefits.
• Loss of earning capacity: If you are unable to go back to work, you may be owed compensation for the reduction in your earning capacity.
• Property damage: Those with property damage may be able to file a claim for damage repair or replacement.
• Ongoing and future medical costs: If you need continued medical support, you may be able to file a claim that incorporates those expected costs.

Non-economic damages are more subjective. They are still very important to your long-term recovery and your right to claim. Examples of non-economic damages include:

• Pain and suffering: You likely suffered pain at the time of the accident. You can also include the pain and suffering experienced during the recovery process, as well as any long-term or chronic pain that develops.
• Emotional trauma: Such accidents can be devastating for mental health. You may be able to file a claim for your emotional trauma and the onset of conditions like anxiety.
• Disfigurement: If you are suffering from scars, lacerations, amputations, or burns that impact your confidence and overall well-being, you may be owed compensation for those losses.
• Loss of quality of life: Many victims spend years trying to recover from these accidents, and even then, they may never be able to do the things they want and need to do.

Catastrophic Injuries from Uber Accidents

Some victims of Uber accidents suffer catastrophic injuries, which are those that simply do not improve fully. If you have these injuries, it is critical to work with an experienced Nashville Uber accident lawyer who can fight for your full level of compensation. This is often far more than what your medical bills are. We encourage you to reach out to us if you have any of the following types of injuries and losses:

• Paralysis of the trunk, arms, or legs
• Loss of vision
• Loss of hearing
• Disfigurement resulting from amputation
• Chronic pain development
• Cognitive function changes

Let our legal team build a claim that is comprehensive enough to include all of these losses. You can expect our legal team to be there for you as you fight for your future.

What to Do After an Uber Accident

Victims of an Uber accident must act quickly to protect their future, and that is where our legal team comes in. In the ideal situation, you will need to follow the steps below, provided it is safe for you to do so.

• Call 911 and check on others involved in the accident. Make sure you are out of harm’s way.
• Take the time to get the name and contact information from the Uber driver and any other parties involved in the accident.
• Take photos and video of the accident, the damage to the vehicles or other property, as well as any injuries you have.
• Get the contact information from witnesses.
• Get medical care. Do not put off getting the medical care you need right now as a way to document your injuries.

Then, contact a Nashville Uber accident attorney. Let us handle reporting your claim.

Call the Uber Accident Attorneys At Selvidge Injury Law Today For a Free Evaluation of Your Claim

The aftermath of an Uber accident is chaotic, especially if you’ve experienced injuries and have to argue for your compensation against insurance companies that commonly dispute Uber accident claims. Call the experienced Nashville rideshare accident lawyers at Selvidge Injury Law today so we can begin prompt action on your claim.