{"id":10128,"date":"2021-04-23T10:23:06","date_gmt":"2021-04-23T10:23:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/?p=10128"},"modified":"2022-01-05T07:06:49","modified_gmt":"2022-01-05T07:06:49","slug":"what-to-do-after-an-uber-or-lyft-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/blog\/what-to-do-after-an-uber-or-lyft-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do After an Uber or Lyft Accident?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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One of the biggest breakthroughs over the past few years has been the growth of ridesharing. Thanks to companies such as Uber and Lyft, we now have even more convenience when trying to get where we need to go.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ridesharing is essentially a service that provides you with a driver for a single ride, and you pay for the ride via their app. Despite the convenience, there is always the possibility of a mishap when using these services. So in the event of a Lyft or <\/span>Uber accident<\/b>, we want to give you the help you need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Report To The Police<\/b><\/h2>\n

No matter the size of an accident, you\u2019re always going to wonder <\/span>what to do in a car accident<\/b><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether injuries are sustained or not, when you\u2019re involved in an Uber or Lyft accident, you or your driver should report it to the police. This tends to clear up a lot of confusion moving forward, including a clarification of the events, an official police report being available, and other legal reasons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The last thing you want following an accident is for things to be improperly dealt with, and calling the police will help prevent this.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Seek Medical Attention if Necessary<\/b><\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, car accidents can often lead to serious injury. You should never hesitate to seek medical attention for any injury sustained in a car accident.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you feel hurt following a collision and are wondering what to do, be on the safe side and seek medical attention immediately. This will also benefit you from a legal standpoint, as you will receive professional clarification surrounding your injuries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Some common car accident injuries include:<\/span><\/p>\n