After a Rideshare Accident in San Antonio Tx- A Guide for Injured Pedestrians

Home to The Alamo, historic Missions, and the breathtaking River Walk, it’s no wonder that San Antonio is frequented by roughly 41 million tourists each year. Such a massive influx in this relatively small city has led to the development of various transportation options including rideshares such as Lyft and Uber that have recently become increasingly popular.

With so many tourists now turning to ridesharing as a way to get around Alamo City, it is no wonder that the threat to pedestrians (both residents and tourists alike) has also increased. If you or a loved one are an unfortunate pedestrian hit by a rideshare vehicle in TX, it is important that you understand the legal options available to you and how our team of San Antonio attorneys at Carabin Shaw can support you in achieving justice.

First and foremost, you need to seek medical attention, contact the authorities, and, if possible, contact the rideshare company. Keeping accurate records for all of this will help you build a strong case later and will provide a basis for your claims.

Working with a local San Antonio attorney who is experienced in rideshare accident claims is your best bet to receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Carabin Shaw’s team can support your Uber and Lyft pedestrian injury claims in Texas.

The old adage you don’t know what you don’t know is completely accurate in personal injury cases. Our team has decades of combined experience in San Antonio and beyond, and have successfully defended others in your situation.

You can reach our English and Spanish-speaking staff, toll-free, 24/7 at 800-862-1260 to schedule a case review in which we will hear about your accident, the injuries you sustained, and how these injuries have impacted your life. From there our lawyers will provide you with their expert opinion on what are the best next steps, all at no cost to you.

If your case merits litigation, there are many avenues to compensation. We offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, ensuring that you can take the steps that are best for your particular case, risk-free.

The majority of personal injury cases end in a settlement without going to trial. This has several benefits for both parties involved, but has two main limitations for the plaintiff (such as injured pedestrians in rideshare incidents):

1. Lower Compensation - Typically, the settlement amount will be less than what is awarded at trial. Alternatively, the risk of going to trial, losing, and coming away with nothing may also be high depending upon the particulars of the case.
2. No Accountability - When a settlement is accepted, this absolves responsibility. Sometimes, especially in cases of egregious negligence, it may seem just or right to continue to trial to hold those responsible publicly accountable.

If you have a strong case and are in a position to withstand a trial, then this may be the best option for you. In San Antonio, a strong personal injury case for a pedestrian injured in a rideshare accident revolves around a few things:

• Negligence, Duty of Care, and Breach of Duty
• The extent and type of your damages

Ultimately, each case is unique, making the support of an experienced attorney invaluable. To see how we have helped others win compensation for their injuries, check out Carabin Shaw reviews.

If you or someone you love have been a pedestrian injured by a rideshare driver, first seek the medical help you need. Then, contact Carabin Shaw to see how we can put our years of experience to work for you.

For more information:

• Future UTSA
• Oge.gov
• Cornell Law
• TTLA