Uber Physical Assault Lawyer
How many times have you used Uber to get wherever you need to go? With the increase of popularity of rideshare services such as Uber, more and more people have begun using the on-demand ride service. Whether you are using Uber simply for convenience to avoid driving during heavy traffic or you are using Uber because you do not have a reliable method of transportation, you have likely had a combination of experiences with Uber drivers. The majority of Uber users have positive experience with their rides; they encounter no difficulties during their rides or with their Uber drivers.
Unfortunately, not all Uber riders have positive experiences. Some Uber riders are physically assaulted by Uber drivers. Were you victimized by your Uber driver? If the Uber driver physically assaulted you in any way, you might have grounds to file a lawsuit against Uber and against your attacker. If the Uber driver slapped you or harmed you in any way, you must contact an assault and battery lawyer for Uber driver assault and battery as soon as possible.
If you are in need of legal assistance after becoming the victim an assault and battery by Uber driver, you must contact the attorneys at Kenmore Law Group to learn more about how you could file a lawsuit against Uber for the assault. Kenmore Law Group is a law firm dedicated to fighting for the rights of all victims of personal injury—which include assault and battery. Our attorneys have spent many years fighting for the rights of all victims of assault and battery. If you are interested in speaking with a Los Angeles attorney with experience in Uber driver assault cases, you must contact Kenmore Law Group as soon as possible. The attorneys at Kenmore Law Group are prepared to help you sue Uber for the assault. Do not hesitate; contact our law firm at your earliest convenience.
$600,000
Assault & Battery (Concussion)
$1.5 Million
uber Driver Disputed Liability
$865,000
Rideshare Accident
$900,000
Hand/Wrist & Back Injury
$500,000
Head Trauma
$600,000
Assault & Battery
Can I sue if an Uber driver attacked me?
Yes, you can sue him and you can sue Uber if an Uber driver attacked you. If the Uber driver punched you or harmed you in any way, you have the right to file a claim for the assault you suffered. Naturally, you have the right to sue your attacker. However, you could also sue Uber. Uber drivers are independent contractors; therefore, Uber is often not liable for the actions of their drivers. In terms of physical assault, Uber could be liable even if they profusely renounce liability. If you were attacked by your Uber driver, the attack could be a reflection of Uber’s negligence. Before being allowed to drive for Uber, the interested parties must meet several requirements—one of which is passing a background check. If a party was allowed to drive for Uber after failing a background check and the Uber driver stabbed you during your ride, Uber could be undeniably negligent and liable for allowing a party with a violent criminal history to drive for their company. Uber could also be found negligent and liable for the harm you suffered if the rideshare company failed to take action after being aware of the driver’s behavior. For example, if an Uber driver beats up a passenger but Uber fails to deactivate the driver after the incident, Uber could be liable if an Uber driver attacks a passenger in a different incident. If you were the victim of physical assault by an Uber driver, you must contact our law firm as soon as possible. You must speak with a lawyer who is experienced in Uber driver assault lawsuits to learn more about your right to sue Uber and your attacker.
I was assaulted by my Uber driver. What do I do?
If you were assaulted by an Uber driver, you must do all of the following:
- Get to a safe place away from your attacker.
- Take a screenshot of the ride, ensuring that the driver’s details are clear.
- Take photos of your injuries.
- Report the incident to the authorities.
- Report the incident to Uber.
- Seek medical attention immediately.
- Seek legal assistance.
If an Uber driver assaults a passenger, it is vital that the passenger takes action as soon as possible. Undeniably, it can be difficult to think logically immediately after a physical assault. However, you must overcome your fear and do everything within your reach to take action against your attacker. Were you a victim of sexual assault? The guidelines above apply even if an Uber driver sexually assaults a passenger. Do not be afraid to take action against your attacker—our experienced attorneys are here to provide you with the guidance you need.
How can I sue Uber if my Uber driver assaulted me?
If you were assaulted by your Uber driver, you must do the following to ensure that you can sue Uber:
- Seek legal assistance as soon as possible.
- Discuss the details of your claim with an attorney.
- Provide your attorney with all the information about your claim.
- Your attorney will investigate the incident, including whether Uber’s negligence contributed to your attack.
- Your attorney will make a demand and send it to Uber.
- Your attorney will attempt to negotiate a settlement with Uber.
If Uber fails to make a reasonable settlement offer after receiving the demand from your attorney, you and your attorney might decide to proceed and file the lawsuit. After filing your Uber assault lawsuit, your lawsuit will go through discovery, mediation, and trial. When you allow our attorneys at Kenmore Law Group to handle your claim, you can trust that our experts will take care of everything related to your case, leaving you to focus on recovering. Contact us today.
The Value of Your Uber Assault Claim
If you have considered the possibility of filing a lawsuit against Uber after being the victim of assault and battery, you might have thought about the potential value of your claim. How much are physical assault claims worth? How much could you receive if you were attacked by your Uber driver? Although these questions cannot be answered until your claim is thoroughly evaluated by an experienced Uber assault lawyer, you could benefit from reviewing some past verdicts and settlements for physical assault claims.
Below, you will find a few sample claim values for assault claims:
- $100,000—the victim, a teenager, was assaulted by police officers out of uniform. He was thrown into trashcans, which resulted in a jaw injury.
- $106,639—the victim, a minor, was punched in the face while attending an unsupervised house party. As a result of the assault, the minor suffered a severe jaw injury.
- $175,000—the victim, an 82-year-old woman with Alzheimer’s and resident of a nursing home, was physically assaulted by another resident when she wandered into his room.
- $450,000—the victim, an 86-year-old man, was physically assaulted while living in a nursing home.
- $460,000—the victim suffered a stab injury in a parking lot.
- $500,000—the victim was physically assaulted during a home invasion, suffering a fractured skull, hearing loss, and a subdural hematoma.
As you can see based on the sample claims above, the value of physical assault claims can vary. To learn more about how much your Uber physical assault claim could be worth, you must contact our law firm as soon as possible. Our experienced lawyers will help you understand how much you could receive after the Uber operator assaults a passenger. Do not hesitate to contact our attorneys at Kenmore Law Group as soon as possible.
The Compensation Available for Recovery
If you were attacked by your Uber driver, you could be eligible to receive compensation after filing a physical assault claim. Although the details of all physical assault claims are different, many victims of assault and battery are eligible to recover the following categories of compensation:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages
No matter the details of your claim and the specific categories of compensation you could receive, you can trust that the experienced attorneys at Kenmore Law Group are prepared to fight for your right to be fairly compensated. Our attorneys understand the economic difficulties that victims of assault and battery encounter after being victimized. If you Uber driver attacked you and harmed you, you were likely left with an excess of medical bills and no way of paying them, for example. Because our attorneys understand how much you are struggling to make ends meet after your attack, our attorneys are dedicated to helping you recover the compensation that you deserve. Our Uber assault lawyers will tirelessly negotiate with Uber until they make a reasonable settlement offer. If Uber fails to make a settlement offer, our attorneys are ready to file a lawsuit to reach a just verdict. Our attorneys will always fight for your right to recover the maximum amount of compensation available for your Uber assault claim. If you would like to begin fighting for your right to file a lawsuit, you must contact the attorneys at Kenmore Law Group.
Kenmore Law Group
Kenmore Law Group offers free consultations and free second opinions to all parties affected by Uber physical assault. If your Uber driver attacked you and harmed you in any way, you must contact our law firm as soon as possible to take advantage of our free legal services. During our free consultations and free second opinions, our experienced attorneys will be available to answer your questions and address your concerns. Our lawyers will provide you with all the information you need to reach a successful outcome for your physical assault claim against Uber and the Uber driver. Regardless of whether you are starting your claim or you have already started your claim elsewhere, you can trust that our assault attorneys are prepared to handle your claim effectively.
The free legal services offered by Kenmore Law Group are available because of our Zero-Fee guarantee. You will never have to pay any upfront legal fees. Our strict contingency structure ensures that you do not pay any legal expenses until after you win your claim. If you do not win, you will not be required to pay. If you are ready to take legal action against Uber for your Uber driver assault, you must contact our law firm as soon as possible.