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A rideshare accident can be a deeply upsetting and disruptive experience, especially if you as the passenger are left with injuries and steep medical bills. If this has happened to you in the DC Metro area, Regan Zambri Long’s Washington, DC rideshare accident lawyers can help. We’ve stood up for injury victims across the district since 1997, helping them receive justice and compensation for their pain, suffering, loss of income, and medical bills. Due to their trial excellence and advocating for clients, all six partners have been named among Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers list, and we have more than 100 five-star Google reviews.
With almost 200 years of combined experience, our board-certified trial lawyers have an impressive record of successful verdicts and settlements. Among these are a $1 million uninsured motorist recovery against ridesharing service Lyft and a $15 million settlement for a motor vehicle accident victim who suffered paralysis.
Contact Regan Zambri Long today if you have been injured in a rideshare accident, and one of our attorneys will call you back. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You pay no fees unless we win your case.
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All car crash cases are challenging. But rideshare accidents are especially tough. Questions of liability make it hard to know whose insurance should pay for your damages. A DC rideshare crash attorney will help you understand the challenging factors of your claim, including:
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In 2019, a University of Chicago study showed that the rise of ridesharing had increased traffic fatalities by 3%. But in 2021, a National Bureau of Economic Research working paper authored by UC Berkeley and Berkeley-Haas professors revealed that ridesharing platform Uber had reduced U.S. traffic fatalities by 4%. However, this doesn’t mean accidents don’t happen or rideshare companies or drivers are beyond accountability.
Holding rideshare companies and their drivers accountable for negligence is hard. You can be sure they have a legal team working hard to minimize your injury claim. Recovering the compensation you need to heal is an uphill battle.
The attorneys at Regan Zambri Long have nearly 200 years of combined legal experience. Our DC Metro car accident team can maximize your compensation.
Senior partner Salvatore Zambri is a board-certified trial attorney focusing on car accident claims. He recovered a $15 million settlement for a car accident victim. In another claim, we recovered a $1 million uninsured motorist settlement from Lyft. Â These are only some of the successful verdicts and settlements obtained by our attorneys.
Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers consistently recognize Salvatore Zambri as one of DC’s best attorneys.
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He is board certified in Civil Trial Law and Civil Trial Advocacy, a member and the National Board Representative for the DC chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates, and he’s a member of the American Association of Justice. Salvatore more than has the credentials and the experience to fight for justice on behalf of victims of rideshare accidents. Additionally, partner Christopher Regan handled the leading local case establishing how rideshare companies can be held liable when their drivers cause accidents.
A rideshare company may tell you your accident claim isn’t worth much. Regan Zambri Long will review all the details, taking your injuries, medical bills, pain, suffering, ongoing care costs, and loss of income into account, and provide an accurate case value.
When you need help after a DC rideshare accident, call Regan Zambri Long.
Rideshare accident victims can sustain a range of physical and psychological injuries varying in severity from minor to life-threatening or ultimately fatal. Depending on how serious they are, these injuries can impact various aspects of a victim’s life, including their physical and mental health, emotional well-being, and financial stability. The most common motor vehicle accident injuries include:
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If you lost a family member in a rideshare accident in the DC Metro area, you can file a wrongful death claim. Regan Zambri Long understands how difficult this can be and will support you with appropriate legal counsel every step of the way.
If you’re involved in a ridesharing accident, you should follow the same process for other motor vehicle accidents.
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While you should prioritize your well-being and safety, it’s vital to remember that the steps you take after the accident can make or break a personal injury claim. After a rideshare accident, you should:
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Regan Zambri Long’s award-winning attorneys will help you prove negligence and liability and protect you from claims for contributory negligence.
Your first step in a rideshare accident claim should be hiring an experienced Washington, DC injury lawyer. Your lawyer will:
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Many DC car accident claims settle out of court. But if the rideshare company refuses to play fair, our trial attorneys will pursue a jury verdict.
Regan Zambri Long’s team includes board-certified trial attorneys experienced in courtroom proceedings. We will do whatever it takes to get the justice you deserve.
Call our Washington, DC injury lawyers today. We will help you understand if you have a case against Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare company.
It’s important that you file your rideshare accident lawsuit within the period defined by Washington, DC’s statute of limitations. You have up to three years from the accident/injury date to file a motor vehicle accident or personal injury claim to recover damages. For wrongful death claims, you have up to two years to file a claim with the local court.
Several parties may be liable for a ridesharing accident in Washington, DC.
Our experienced Lyft or Uber accident lawyers will review your case and determine who is liable. We will bring claims against all liable parties. Call our DC law office today for a free case review.
Negligence is the cause of most motor vehicle accidents, including rideshare crashes. Some of the most common causes include:
All drivers have a duty of care to protect others on the road. When negligence hurts a rideshare passenger, the driver must be held accountable. Call Regan Zambri Long today to review your case with our DC rideshare accident attorneys.
Injury claims for rideshare crashes should cover all your damages. Every case value is different.
Economic damages are direct financial losses, such as:
Non-economic damages cover the emotional and physical toll the accident has taken, including:
A rideshare company or driver must be held responsible for their negligence. Call Regan Zambri Long today to discuss your legal options. Our Washington, DC rideshare crash accident lawyers will make sure you get the compensation you deserve.
You deserve the best legal advice available after a Washington, DC Lyft or Uber accident, and this shouldn’t come at an astronomical cost. Our rideshare accident attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, so we don’t take any payment until we win your case. Regan Zambri Long will review your case, fight for your rights, and make sure justice is served.
We’ve recovered millions of dollars for our car accident clients. We will do the same for you.
You can sue a ridesharing company for an accident in some cases. You can sue if the driver was at fault and active in the rideshare app. Additionally, you can sue the company if you can prove that it was negligent in its hiring practices.
Rideshare companies must hire qualified drivers. Drivers must: have a valid driver’s license, maintain adequate personal insurance policies, and use safe personal vehicles for ride requests. The rideshare company may be liable for an accident if the driver fails to meet any of these standards.
After an accident, you should:
You have three years to file a car accident claim in Washington, DC. Your attorney will use this time to investigate your claim and negotiate with the at-fault insurance company. Your attorney will also want to be sure you’ve reached maximum physical recovery before calculating the final value of your case.
Choosing a rideshare accident lawyer can feel overwhelming. You can ask trusted family members or friends for recommendations. Any law firm you consider must have experience and success with rideshare car accident cases. Meet with the attorneys for a free consultation to ask questions and see if you will be a good fit.
Have you or your loved one sustained injuries in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia? Regan Zambri Long PLLC has the best lawyers in the country to analyze your case and answer the questions you may have.