Recent Entries

• In The Event Of An Uber Accident

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP March 10, 2018
  Uber is a convenient and inexpensive ride sharing service that is an alternative to traditional taxi cabs. The Uber smartphone app allows users to call a driver to their location to be picked up and transported to their desired destination. Uber is popular because it provides an easy way to get arou...

• Drawbacks of Uber Rides

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP March 1, 2018
  The vehicles used by Uber drivers are not owned by the company. Drivers operate their own personal vehicles. Uber does not require drivers to operate any particular vehicle make and model. Uber drivers typically do not meet the same licensing and inspection requirements that apply to other tradit...

• Common Causes of Uber Accidents

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP February 27, 2018
  Uber has become a popular means of transportation for many people around the world. With its growing popularity, accidents will happen. Many factors, such as reckless driving, exhaustion and drunk driving, can cause Uber accidents. Here is a list of some of the most common causes of Uber car acciden...

• WHAT ARE SOME DRAWBACKS TO USING UBER?

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP February 24, 2018
  The vehicles used by Uber drivers are not owned by the company. Drivers operate their own personal vehicles. Uber does not require drivers to operate any particular vehicle make and model. Uber drivers typically do not meet the same licensing and inspection requirements that apply to other tradit...

• WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES IN AN UBER CAR ACCIDENT?

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP February 23, 2018
  Uber is a very popular ride-share service in NYC. Because of its convenience and affordability there has been a rapid increase in its use. Traffic accidents involving Uber cars are on the rise. If you are injured in an Uber car accident whether as a passenger, a pedestrian or another driver you may...

• WHAT TO DO AFTER AN UBER ACCIDENT?

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP February 20, 2018
  When you are involved in an accident with a Uber driver, whether as a passenger or the driver of another vehicle you should take appropriate action. The action you take is important to the compensation process. Injured Uber passengers – obtain the following important information: The Uber dr...

• Are You Protected as a Passenger in an Uber or Lyft Accident?

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP February 15, 2018
  App-based ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have made the experience of getting a ride to your destination convenient, easy and affordable. More and more people are using these services nationwide and around the world. As a passenger in these popular rideshare services, it is very important th...

• STEPS TO TAKE AFTER AN UBER ACCIDENT

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP February 14, 2018
  As in all vehicle accidents, the first thing to do if you suffer serious injuries in an accident is to call for medical assistance immediately. If you are able, take photographs of the accident scene, any injuries, or property damage. Remember to get all the pertinent information from everyone invol...

• Personal Injury Compensation for Uber and Lyft Accident Victims

  by Jacoby & Meyers LLP February 12, 2018
    Since Uber and Lyft were introduced, ridesharing has become an inexpensive and popular means of transportation for people around the world. Along with their growing popularity, the Uber and Lyft companies have often been in the media spotlight, making both good news and bad news headlines. W...