What to Do After a Waymo Accident: 5 Steps That Can Protect Your Texas Injury Claim

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Imagine you are out with friends in Texas one night and decide to take a taxi home. Instead of calling Uber or Lyft, you contact Waymo, the autonomous (driverless) robotaxi service. There are 577 of these vehicles transporting passengers around Austin, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio without any human driver at the wheel.

Waymo claims its technology improves passenger safety, but serious accidents can still occur when its cars collide with other vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists. Whether you are the Waymo passenger or someone else harmed by one of these robotaxis, you have the legal right to seek compensation for your injuries. Knowing what to do after a Waymo accident will help your attorney ensure you receive all the compensation you deserve. Read on to learn more, and contact Carabin Shaw to schedule your FREE Case review as soon as possible.

Waymo vehicles rely on advanced technology to safely operate on Texas roads. The technology also provides detailed data about what happened during an accident, giving victims evidence to determine fault and hold responsible parties accountable. A driverless vehicle can complicate accident investigation, but an experienced lawyer will know how to access and use data to the victim’s advantage.

The Texas Waymo accident lawyers at Carabin Shaw recommend that victims of Waymo accidents follow these five steps after an accident to protect their rights and compensation. If you need legal guidance, our team is available 24/7 to provide free case reviews in English or Spanish. Call us toll-free now at 1-800-862-1260 or contact us online.

Get medical treatment even if you don’t think your injuries are serious. Medical documentation is essential to your personal injury claim, so hang on to every record of your accident. Keep a tally of your medical costs and time off work to help your Waymo crash lawyer accurately calculate your damages.

Take ample photos and videos of the crash scene if you are able. Include lights and displays on the Waymo vehicle, as well as road conditions, traffic signs, and vehicle damage. You can also photograph your visible injuries. Gather eyewitness contact information so your attorney can reach them during the investigation.

All Waymo vehicles carry insurance and registration documents inside the vehicle. If you can access them, take photos of the documents. Waymo’s support team can also provide insurance details over the phone after the accident if you can’t access the vehicle. You should also note the license plate and vehicle number for the Waymo car.

Texas law requires motorists to call police after an accident that involves injuries or significant vehicle damage. However, this law doesn’t apply to Waymo passengers, since they weren’t the actual driver of the vehicle. It is still a good idea to report the accident to the police. You should also report the collision to Waymo, using their support line or submitting an online report.

Waymo accidents can be complex, from gathering the right evidence to working with Waymo’s insurance representatives. You need an experienced lawyer to protect you from making statements that could harm your claim and ensure you have access to all the data you need to build a strong case. If the at-fault party's insurer won’t offer a fair settlement, you will also need a seasoned legal team to file a Waymo accident lawsuit to pursue rightful compensation.

A Waymo accident is a terrifying experience that traumatizes victims and often leaves them with severe injuries. The compassionate team of lawyers at Carabin Shaw offers our services on a contingency-fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we win your case. Check out our client reviews to see how we’ve protected other accident victims like you. We are available now at 1-800-862-1260, or you can contact us online.

For more Information:

• Waymo Leads Texas Autonomous Vehicle Market With 577 Registered Autonomous Vehicles!
• Transportation Code Chapter 550