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Rideshare accidents involving companies like Uber and Lyft are complicated and can leave you without the compensation you deserve. Thankfully, you can reach out to an experienced New Haven rideshare accident lawyer to get the justice you deserve. At Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C., we protect your rights and get the full compensation necessary to move forward after a rideshare accident.
At Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C., we won’t leave your recovery to chance if you’ve been hurt by an Uber or Lyft driver. New Haven locals are our top priority. Rideshare accidents involve complex insurance layers, and your next move is critical. At our firm, we are known for high-tier service and elite results in serious injury cases. From Wooster Square or Newhallville, partner with a legal team that treats your claim with the urgency it deserves.
Our attorneys bring decades of experience to your case. With our team’s expansive knowledge, you will have the confidence you need to develop a legal strategy that fits the needs of your New Haven rideshare accident case. We don’t just settle rideshare cases. Instead, we tailor every strategy to make sure you receive the full compensation you are owed. With offices to serve all of Connecticut, seasoned help is always close by.
Whether you were hit by a driver, a passenger, or were a pedestrian, reach out to our team to schedule a consultation with our rideshare accident recovery team. As always, your initial consultation won’t cost you a penny.
Across this country, people continue to experience accidents involving rideshare drivers. The data is staggering. About 2.44 million people were hurt in car wrecks nationwide in 2023, and the roads have never felt more unpredictable. In 2024, distracted driving claimed 3,208 lives. While accident payouts have shown a 6.1 percent increase in recent years, recovering those funds from a rideshare company can be a legal nightmare.
To optimize your own recovery, you need a lawyer who can figure out which parties were negligent and hold every party accountable. In Connecticut, rideshare accidents often are the result of:
If a driver’s mistake caused your accident, Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C. provides the comprehensive support you deserve. We can uncover important digital evidence. Challenge lowball settlement offers from insurance companies and build a strong case for your recovery.
Rideshare claims are uniquely difficult because insurance coverage shifts significantly based on the driver’s status at the time of impact. Determining which policy applies and the total compensation available requires a deep dive into app data that most people cannot access without the help of an experienced attorney familiar with rideshare cases.
When investigating rideshare accidents, your attorney will help to identify if the driver:
With this information, they can help pursue the damages you may be owed. Unfortunately, a rideshare accident involves a web of entities, including the driver’s personal insurance company, the rideshare’s commercial insurance carrier, and your own insurance company. These complications are reasons to bring an experienced attorney to your claim. With their help, you can hold all necessary parties accountable.
Don’t gamble with your recovery. When you partner with Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C., we can hold billion-dollar corporations accountable for their mistakes.
Most rideshare accidents happen in the same locations in New Haven, which are referred to as accident hotspots. Locally, these include I-95, I-91, Route 10, Chapel Street, Whalley Avenue, and the intersections of Ella T. Grasso Boulevard and Columbus Avenue, Willow Street and Nicoll Street, Quinnipiac Avenue and Foxon Boulevard, Chapel Street and Sherman Avenue, and East Rock and Wooster Square. If you frequent these areas, use caution. If you can’t avoid an accident, call an experienced rideshare accident lawyer.
A lawyer can provide a wide variety of help after a rideshare collision. They can make sure you receive the full compensation you deserve for your medical bills, property damage, and wage loss after an accident, so you are not shortchanged. They can determine the coverage status of the driver now of impact, which can be challenging for a non-lawyer. A lawyer can hold every party accountable for your accident.
With a successful case, you might recover a wide variety of damages for your rideshare accident. You may be eligible to receive medical expenses such as hospital stays, surgical costs, and ongoing rehabilitation. You could recover lost wages for the time you were forced to spend away from work, as well as property damage to cover the repair or replacement of your vehicle if a driver hits your car. You may also receive money for your pain and suffering.
It is worth calling a lawyer if you believe you were only slightly hurt in a rideshare accident. Even seemingly minor injuries can result in long-term complications or unexpected medical debt. In New Haven, Connecticut, you can pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering, regardless of the initial severity of your injuries. Since post-accident adrenaline can mask serious underlying conditions, it’s important to speak with a legal professional before assuming your case is closed.
If you’ve been hurt by a rideshare driver’s carelessness, you shouldn’t have to figure out how to get the compensation you deserve alone. At Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C., we put our accident clients first. From Long Wharf to Dixwell, locals count on us for their accident recovery because we deliver results.
Contact us to schedule your free consultation.
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