Overview: Rideshare Accidents The rideshare industry has quickly exploded in popularity in New Jersey and the rest of the country. No longer do you have to hail a cab, reserve a shuttle to the airport or drive yourself to and from a night out on the town. Uber and Lyft have grown immensely over the last handful of years to the point where millions of people are using the service multiple times per day. Some have even sold their car or haven’t bought a first car yet. If you are ever injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, you need to examine your chances for a personal injury case. Examine the Driver Before Your Ride Always examine the driver scheduled…

Uber and Lyft Accidents Have you ever used Uber or Lyft transportation to get to your destination? If so, then you’re one of millions. Uber and Lyft facilitate an average of 15 million rides every day across the globe. With the sheer number of rides, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that accidents happen regularly. If you were involved in an Uber or Lyft accident, would you know what to do? As a passenger, it’s important to understand what you should do in the event of a crash. Here’s an overview of the steps you need to follow: 1. Call the Cops If you’re a passenger in an Uber or Lyft crash, then you might feel obliged to let your…

Most people in New Jersey cannot even imagine life without a car.  Two popular ride-sharing services, Uber and Lyft, have gotten some people to reconsider whether they really need a car.  In 2013, the average cost of owning a car in America, according to AAA, was about $9,000.00 .  Surely that number has gone up in the six years since. One college student reported saving a substantial amount of money by selling his car and using Uber all the time for his transportation needs.  According to a 2018 internet trends report by venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield Byers, taking an Uber could be cheaper than owning a car in the cities of New York City, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and Chicago. Uber and Lyft…

Overview of Lyft and Uber Accidents in New Jersey   Ordering up a ride from an app on your phone can be a convenient and relaxing way to get around. Hopefully, your ride with one of these car services, such as Uber or Lyft, will be a safe one, too. At Courtlaw, we know well that, unfortunately, accidents can and do happen. Our attorneys have handled cases on behalf of Lyft and Uber drivers and passengers. New Jersey law refers to a ride-share company such as Lyft or Uber as a “Transportation Network Company” or “TNC.” Under New Jersey law, when a TNC driver is “providing” a ride, the TNC or the TNC driver, “or any combination of the two”…

What Are Lyft and Uber? Lyft and Uber are ridesharing transportation companies or what New Jersey law calls “transportation network companies” that help connect people wanting to go somewhere with a driver who owns a car. Passengers use Lyft and Uber because it is a convenient and cost-effective way to get around town without having to have their own car. It’s like calling a cab, but may be available in more areas and offer faster service, in some instances. Is a Lyft or Uber Accident Different From a Regular Car Accident? Getting into a Lyft or Uber car accident can be just as scary and just as life-threatening as any other car accident. Whether you are a passenger in the…