When you request a ride through apps such as Uber or Lyft, you put your life in the hands of someone else. While rideshare drivers—like all other motorists—are required to follow the rules of the road, these new wave of “taxi” operators often make mistakes, leaving their passengers to pay the price. 

Fortunately, you may be able to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other losses by filing a personal injury claim. However, building a convincing case can be hard work, especially if you’re seeking compensation for future medical expenses and lost income.  

A skilled personal injury lawyer can help investigate the wreck and gather the necessary evidence to prove your claim. Let’s look at some of the kinds of proof that could help strengthen your case:  

Photographs 

In a personal injury case, a picture isn’t just worth a thousand words, it could tell the entire story. Having photographs of the point of impact, property damage to the vehicles involved, road markings, weather conditions, and other aspects of the accident scene could help paint a clear picture of what happened on that fateful day. Your attorney may also be able to use pictures of your injuries to help connect your condition to the wreck. 

Eyewitness Statements 

If someone saw the accident happen, or witnessed the rideshare driver behaving negligently or recklessly in the moments before the wreck, their deposition could help support your version of events. For instance, if an onlooker saw the rideshare driver speeding, their statements could help you prove fault. 

Accident Reconstruction Expert 

Using evidence from the accident scene such as photographs and the official incident report, an accident reconstructionist may be able to piece together the moments leading up to the crash. He or she can also use this information to help identify the liable parties.  

Pay Stubs and Other Financial Documents 

If you were unable to work because of the injuries you suffered in the accident, you may be able to recover compensation for lost earnings. However, before you can receive a financial award, you will need to provide proof of the losses you incurred. Letters from your employer, pay stubs, tax returns, and other financial documents can help demonstrate these damages. 

Medical Records 

Your medical records will not only show the types of injuries you suffered, but can also help demonstrate the treatments and care you are expected to require in the future. Additionally, if you sought treatment immediately after the wreck, these documents could help tie your injuries to the accident.  

Discuss Your Situation with a California Rideshare Accident Attorney 

If you were injured in a rideshare wreck, you might be able to pursue damages for your injuries and other losses. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, our legal team is here to help.  

From investigating the accident and gathering the necessary evidence to support your claim to providing tenacious representation during settlement negotiations and beyond, we represent your interests and no one else’s. To lock in a free case evaluation with a California rideshare accident attorney, contact us today at 1-800-GO-HARRIS or by sending us a message through our online contact page HERE.