Lambrou Law PLLC is passionate about helping our clients get the help, resources, and justice they need during difficult times. When our clients most need legal help, our firm fights for them and provides supportive counsel, steadfast representation, and aggressive negotiation. We provide legal services they can be confident in and get them the desired results.
Additionally, we represent clients in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. Our firm’s extensive knowledge base and positioning within the city significantly amplify the impact we can have on our clients. With many local connections, we can maximize our efforts on behalf of our clients and streamline the process for them. We are also intimately familiar with all relevant paperwork, filing requirements, and deadlines within the city’s legal system.
Your rights after an Uber accident in NYC
After an Uber accident, talking with a NYC car accident lawyer about your rights is important. They will walk you through your options, advise you on how to move forward and fight for your rights as you go through the legal claim process. Your rights may vary depending on whether you were a driver, rider, or pedestrian, but all groups should seek counsel from a lawyer when pursuing a claim.
Your rights as a rider
As an Uber rider, you have the right to file a claim against Uber’s insurance coverage to cover the injuries and losses you sustained. If the accident was caused by another vehicle, you may also be able to pursue a claim with that driver’s insurance company as well.
Your rights as a pedestrian
As a pedestrian, you have the right to pursue a claim against the driver or any other relevant party who hit you and caused your injuries. You should exchange information with the other parties involved for filing all insurance or legal claims for compensation.
Lambrou Law ensures you receive compassionate and thorough representation
When you initially meet the team at Lambrou Law, one of the first things you can expect is for us to listen carefully and thoroughly to your story. Our team is committed to deeply understanding your case so we can fight for you more emphatically and efficiently. Your experience and insight are valuable, and we want to ensure you are given a voice throughout your case.
Once we understand your specific situation, we will explain what to expect from the process, discuss strategy, and review your evidence. We will also thoroughly investigate the events and gather further evidence as needed.
Our firm will build your case and customize it to your specific situation so you can get the resources necessary to recover. Whether or not your case has to be settled in court, we actively advocate and negotiate for your rights from beginning to end.
An Uber accident lawyer in NYC works tirelessly to establish negligence in your case
As part of your case, your lawyer will seek to demonstrate that your injuries resulted from negligent actions by another individual(s). They will show how the at-fault party failed to keep others from harm and caused you injury. The correlation between their actions and your injuries is a large part of your lawyer's argument.
Moreover, fault is another integral part of your personal injury claim and will likely be used as supportive evidence in your case. Courts assess accidents to determine who holds the responsibility for causing the accident. According to New York Civil Practice Law & Rules (CPLR) § 1411, the fault of all parties is measured, and each person is assigned a percentage out of 100. While each party may be entitled to receive damages reduced in proportion to their level of fault, any 50% or more responsible individual is ineligible to seek or receive compensation.
Lambrou Law always seeks the maximum settlement available for clients for their specific situations
Car accident settlements are not universal and can vary as much as the factors and outcomes of a car crash itself. With many variables impacting the amount of compensation, it is difficult to determine the average settlement of a personal injury case without a complete investigation. It is important to talk with a lawyer about your situation to learn about your potential compensation.
Some examples of results our firm has helped clients get include:
- $7,000,000.00 + for a car accident case
- $3,000,000.00 for a car accident case
- $950,000 – rear-end vehicle accident
- $570,000 – car accident
- $300,000 – car and moped accident
- $250,000 – vehicle accident
Our New York City Uber accident lawyers protect your rights
With multiple parties involved in an Uber accident, accounts of events can vary. Determining who is liable for your injuries can also be unclear and complicated, and insurance companies may even resist paying. When you run into situations like these after an Uber accident, a seasoned lawyer can handle these obstacles on your behalf.
With considerable experience handling Uber accidents and other personal injury claims, your NYC Uber accident lawyer from Lambrou Law can cut through any resistance, keeping you from compensation. Our team protects your rights so you are not blamed or exploited while recovering your losses.
We have experience handling Uber accident cases with all kinds of injuries
In addition to fatalities, Uber accidents can result in a variety of injuries as well. They can range from minor to severe; recovery can take a few weeks or months. In some cases, they can have long-term effects and require life-long care. Common injuries in an Uber accident can include:
- Whiplash
- Lacerations
- Broken bones
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
- Neck and spinal injuries
- Soft tissue damage
- Internal bleeding
- Bruised or damaged organs
- Psychological trauma
- Disabilities
- Paralysis
- Herniations or bulges to the discs of the spine
By collecting medical records and other vital evidence of your injuries, your Uber accident lawyer in NYC will develop a full accounting of your losses. They will then aggressively seek to recover full financial relief from those at fault so you have the resources you need to focus on your priorities in life.
Insurance coverage and requirements that apply to Uber accidents in New York City
Determining who pays for your injuries and navigating insurance companies can be challenging after an Uber accident. However, since New York is a no-fault state, you must first file a claim under your personal injury protection (PIP) policy, which will pay for your medical expenses and lost wages. If the compensation received from your PIP coverage does not cover all of your expenses, you may then file a personal injury claim against the offending party.
Several factors must be considered when identifying which party and insurance company to file your claim with. The person at fault or the service status of the Uber driver at the time of the accident can make a difference in how to proceed. Talking with an Uber accident driver in New York City can clarify your options and how to best move forward with your claim.
An experienced lawyer can help you recover the maximum available damages
Recovering your losses through financial compensation can help you move forward with your life and return to the state you were in before the accident to the best extent possible. An experienced lawyer can negotiate on your behalf so you can receive maximum compensation. The damages you may be entitled to receive can vary depending on your situation and can help you recoup a variety of losses, including:
- Medical expenses for your injuries
- Lost income from being unable to work
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life, enjoyment, or companionship
- Psychological trauma and PTSD
Hire Lambrou Law today for experienced representation
We know that Uber accidents can be confusing and daunting. At Lambrou Law PLLC, we help you reach a swift resolution. Schedule a free online consultation today or call our office at (212) 285-2100 and receive the representation you deserve.
We answer common questions about Uber accidents in NYC
Take the following steps after an Uber accident:
- Call 911.
- Check for injuries and receive medical assistance.
- File a report with local law enforcement.
- Gather your own photos, videos, and/or witness statements.
- File a claim under your PIP coverage within 30 days of the accident.
- Hire a lawyer to represent you.
Yes. The statute of limitations for an Uber accident is the same as any other car accident. According to New York Civil Practice Law & Rules (CPLR) § 214(4), you must file a claim within three years of the accident. Once the statute of limitations expires, you may lose all rights to a claim.
Resources for injured drivers and riders in NYC
Lambrou Law PLLC
Our New York City office is located at:
- 45 Broadway, 31st floor, New York, NY 10006
- Phone: (212) 285-2100
Hospitals
- NYC Health+ Hospitals - Bellevue
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
- New York - Presbyterian Hospital in Lower Manhattan
- Lenox Hill Hospital
