Category: Ridesharing

Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft provide a convenient service, causing more and more people to use these services as their primary means of transportation. The services provided by rideshare companies range from periodic rides for special occasions to everyday transportation for many New Jersey residents. There is little doubt that the convenience of ordering…

There is so much traffic clogging up the roads in New Jersey, so it makes complete sense that Lyft and Uber would set up services across the state. They are friendlier alternatives to taxis that provide a convenient service to potential passengers. Not only that, but ridesharing is also cheaper and allows you to summon…

New Jersey Insurance Law When the Driver Has a Fare For car crashes in New Jersey, the general rule is “no fault,” meaning that the injured drivers and passengers have to usually look to their own Personal Injury Protection insurance coverage before recovering compensation from the at-fault party. Also, the injured victim’s ability to recover…

Are you one of the thousands of New Jersey residents who use Uber and Lyft as a faster, safer, and more convenient way to get around? Well, you have probably noticed that many of these drivers have a terrible sense of direction and are constantly looking at their phones to get where they are going. …

Post-Collision Checklist If you are reading this article and have already been injured in a serious Uber accident, you have likely missed the opportunity to gather all the information provided here. However, after a rideshare crash, you will likely want to do the following actions: Contact law enforcement and request that the police arrive at…

Each Uber and Lyft accident case is unique. If you have been injured in a collision involving either rideshare company, you should consult with a New Jersey rideshare accident lawyer immediately to see what options are available to pursue lost compensation.  How Severe Were the Resulting Injuries? The more severe your injuries, the higher settlement…

Rideshare services offer significant convenience to commuters all across the country, and these companies have achieved great success. In 2018, there were nearly 41.8 million Uber users and Lyft had around 19.8 users in the United States.  It should not be surprising that with the great popularity of ridesharing that there would be a number…

When you hail a ride through Uber or Lyft, your safety is largely taken for granted. However, Uber and Lyft drivers are not always professionals. Even if they have impeccable driving skills, there is a risk that you can still be involved in a catastrophic accident involving another driver, pedestrian, or motorcyclist. Injuries resulting from…

The moments immediately following a car crash can be extremely confusing, but what you do can have a significant and lasting impact on any potential personal injury claims. If you are involved in an accident with a rideshare driver, it can be even more pressing.  Checklist After a Rideshare Collision If you are the victim…

According to estimates from the car insurance industry, the typical American will be involved in nearly three to four car crashes during their lifetimes. These statistics have been skewed by the growing popularity of rideshare services. It is crucial to note that it does not include the thousands of passengers and drivers who are injured…