Injured While Riding in an Uber? How to Handle the Situation Over the past five years, ride-share companies like Uber and Lyft have grown incredibly popular and are now commonplace in many cities across the country. While these ride-share services offer a level of convenience at an affordable price, there is still the same risk of accident that you take when entering any motor vehicle. That’s why it’s important to understand what to do if you’re involved in an accident as a passenger while using a ride-share service. Personal injury claims filed against ride-share companies can become complicated quickly. Many drivers will try to avoid reporting an accident or admitting fault because it could cost them their employment with the ride-share company. If you’re injured in a ride-share accident, you need to be proactive and gather evidence yourself. You need to get insurance coverage information from the driver, including who to contact and where to file a claim. Make sure you get as much information as possible, and don’t forget to get the driver’s name! Try to get information from both drivers and take pictures of the scene. Additionally, get contact information from any potential witnesses as they could corroborate your case. Involve the police and get a copy of the accident report for your own records. If you’re injured, seek medical attention immediately. Waiting can make it difficult for your claim to get approved. The ride-share driver is required to carry insurance, but their coverage depends on the current status of their vehicle. They can be off duty, on duty and waiting for an order, on duty and en route to pick up a passenger, or on duty and occupied with a passenger. Their status will determine if the ride- share’s or driver’s insurance coverage applies. The insurance coverage you see with ride-shares is usually much better than what you see with taxis. Getting involved in an accident as a passenger and having to deal with the insurance company can be an incredibly stressful situation. If you’ve been injured while traveling in a ride-share vehicle, we’re available and ready to help.
4 Common Mistakes Summer is just around the corner, and that means it’s the perfect time to get your motorcycle out and ready to ride. Whether you’re a veteran on two wheels or this is your first summer riding, your safety should be at the forefront of your mind while on the road. There are many mistakes made by new riders that are easily avoidable, so we put together a list of some of the most common mistakes made by newmotorcycle riders. Avoid these mistakes and you’ll be a seasoned rider before you know it. Not Having The Proper Equipment We’ve all seen people out riding motorcycles without a helmet or jacket, but that doesn’t mean you should follow
suit. The NHTSA estimates that for every 100 fatal crashes involving motorcyclists without helmets, 37 would have survived if they had worn the proper equipment. In the state of Massachusetts, we have a universal helmet law that requires all riders to wear helmets. Not wearing a helmet can lead to fines, injuries, or worse. Stalling An issue that plagues nearly every newmotorcycle rider is stalling. A stall can happen when
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