Uber Accident Lawyer in Huntington Beach

If you or a family member has been injured in an Uber crash and you have questions about medical bills, how long a settlement takes, or any other questions, contact The Law Offices of Daniel Kim. Our Huntington Beach Uber accident lawyers offer a free case evaluation and will provide guidance on what you can expect during the legal process.

Living in Huntington Beach offers so many places to have fun, from Downtown HB and Pacific City Mall to Bella Terra (near the 405 freeway), or just into the residential areas where most people live.

Thousands of people use Uber and Lyft every day to get around safely. Uber is a great service that is basically able to drive you all over town 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. However, with that convenience comes the risk of getting into an accident.

How Much an Uber Settlement Is Worth

The most important step to take after an accident is to make sure you’re okay. Your health must be the top priority.

Oftentimes, car accident victims delay seeking medical treatment. Their reasons will vary, but more commonly, this is because they are concerned about the doctor fees or they believe that they are not badly injured.

However, waiting to see a doctor can make your injuries worse. In addition, failing to seek medical treatment will hurt your personal injury claim. Insurance companies will either deny your claim or greatly reduce compensation, stating that you were never injured.

When you work with a top Huntington Beach Uber accident lawyer, like Daniel Kim, you will be taken care of. At The Law Offices of Daniel Kim, we will effectively advise you from start to finish and fight to get you maximum compensation. Our law firm has successfully recovered damages for the following:

• Property Damage – if your car was totaled or other valuables were damaged
• Injuries – injuries that had to be treated by doctors and were billed
• Quality of Life – the outcome of the accident changed your lifestyle or living conditions
• Lost Income – missed work hours due to injuries and doctor appointments
• Pain and Suffering – PTSD, anxiety, stress

Practice Areas We Specialize In

At The Law Offices of Daniel Kim, our accident lawyers exclusively handle motor vehicle accident cases. In fact, our outstanding attorneys focus on motor vehicle accidents, setting us apart from other firms.

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.

Motorcycle Accidents – As we all know riding a motorcycle is very dangerous. Also, almost all motorcycle accidents lead to severe injuries.

Truck Accidents – There are actually quite a few semi-truck accidents in the area. However, 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.

Catastrophic Injuries – In саtаѕtrорhіс іnjurіеѕ, the vісtіm іѕ еntіtlеd to rесеіvе muсh hіghеr compensation соmраrеd tо the ones whо ѕuffеr mіnоr іnjurіеѕ.

Wrongful Death – In California, the deceased’s spouse, child, partner, and other entitled individuals can file a claim and receive damages.

Should I Report an Uber Accident?

The short answer here is yes.

If you have been injured in a car accident involving Uber then you definitely want to report the crash and get help. Your best bet is to contact our law firm today for help, and we can help guide you through the process of contacting Uber and your insurance company.

There is no benefit in waiting around to get help as that will only hurt your accident claim later (insurance companies will try to then deny your claim) and of course waiting for medical treatment is never a good idea.

Common Causes for Uber Accidents in Huntington Beach

There are many common causes of Uber (and rideshare) accidents in Huntington Beach and many types of injuries that can occur from these types of misfortunes.

Even though Uber and Lyft are great companies that help California cut down on drunk driving the fact remains that drunk driving still occurs in Huntington Beach.

Like most people who have been injured in a car crash you just want answers and advice. You will need a Huntington Beach Uber accident lawyer like Daniel Kim to help, call us today. This is a list of what causes many Uber crashes in Huntington Beach:

• DUI
• Running a red light or stop sign
• Inattentive driving
• Road rage
• Excessive speeds
• Dangerous road conditions
• Bad weather
• Drowsy drivers
• Car malfunctions

Common Injuries From an Uber Accident

Every Uber accident in Huntington Beach is distinctive and the injuries that are suffered can be minor to catastrophic with so many factors involved. Being hit by a driver reversing out of their driveway at 10 mph will probably be less dramatic than getting hit on the freeway at 80 mph.

Things like speed, your health, and age, airbags deploy, or if you wearing a seat belt will all play a part. Other common factors that play a major role are what kind of car you are in and what kind of vehicle hits you like a car or an Amazon truck.

If there is any doubt that you have been injured in any way it is always best to go to the hospital and seek medical attention right away. Of course, the seriousness 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 Huntington Beach:

• Whiplash
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Concussion
• Psychological
• Meniscus Injury
• Shoulder Injury
• Face Injuries
• Back and Spine Injury
• Neck Injuries
• Breaks and Fractures
• Amputation
• Death

What to Do After an Uber Accident

The first thing to do after an Uber accident is to stay calm. Then, check and see if you and the others are ok if possible.

If you are injured as an Uber passenger then read more about what to do. Also, if you are able to stay calm then you can follow certain procedures to ensure your safety and protect your legal rights. List of what to do immediately after an Uber car accident:

1. Call 911 – A police report will be created
2. Collect Information – Exchange contact and insurance information with everyone, including witnesses
3. Compile Evidence – Get statements from witnesses and take pictures/videos of the accident
4. See a Doctor – Take yourself to the hospital and get examined
5. Contact an Attorney – Huntington Beach Uber accident lawyer, Daniel Kim, offers a free consultation and will advise about your case

Huntington Beach Uber Accident Statistics

According to information released by the California Office of Traffic Safety, Huntington Beach has the highest amount of DUI accidents in the state of California. This is why so many people now choose to take advantage of ridesharing services like Uber to help them avoid these kinds of issues.

And while this ridesharing service has definitely made Huntington Beach roads safer when it comes to DUI issues, the people behind the wheel of these vehicles are still human beings and accidents still occur.

Injuries

According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, just under 30 people reported injuries after being involved in automobile accidents that had at least one Uber vehicle involved.

Number of Drivers and App Users

Pinning down the total amount of Uber drivers operating in the state of California can be a little challenging, but a Gallup poll reports that 36% of all employees in the state of California describe themselves as “gig economy employees” – and many of them are driving for Uber and other ridesharing services.

Information from Uber reports that there are more than 148,000 active drivers for the service in the state of California.

Millions of people have downloaded the Uber application to their phone in the state of California, with Uber reporting that they made more than $2.97 billion with their Uber services in just 2017 alone.

Distracted Driving

According to the Department of Transportation, 80% of all accidents – including those involving Uber drivers – involved some form of driver inattention.

On top of that, more than 75% of all drivers in the state of California report using their smartphones while behind the wheel even though they know that it is against the law to do so. Driver inattention is one of the most common causes of our mobile accidents nationwide.

Dangerous Roads and Intersections

• Ellis Ave. and Newland St.
• Goldenwest St. and Heil Ave.
• Magnolia St. and Yorktown Ave.
• Adams Ave. and Bushard St.
• Gothard St. and Heil Ave.
• Mcfadden Ave. and Springdale St.
• Gothard St. and Talbert Ave.
• Edwards St. and Heil Ave.
• Garfield Ave. and Magnolia St.
• Brookhurst St. and Hamilton Ave.
• Newland St. and Slater Ave.

The Law Offices of Daniel Kim – Costa Mesa Office
Address: 611 Anton Boulevard, Suite #1000, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Phone: (714) 790-3519