Evidence in Burbank Uber Accident Cases

If you suffered injuries in a car accident involving an Uber driver, you could pursue a negligence claim to recover compensation. The necessary evidence in Burbank Uber accident cases for recovering damages depends on the relative facts.

Speak with one of our experienced rideshare collision attorneys about filing a lawsuit to recover damages. In addition to compensation for out-of-pocket expenses, you could also seek damages for pain and suffering.

Determining Liability in Uber Accidents

The popularity of services such as Uber has increased the occurrence of accidents involving rideshare drivers. A motorist or passenger could become injured in an accident caused by a negligent Uber driver. Another example occurs when a passenger riding with an Uber driver receives injuries in a collision. Additionally, a pedestrian or bicyclist could be hit by a negligent Uber driver.

Determining who is liable for negligence in an Uber accident could depend on various factors. California Civil Code § 1714 states that individuals are legally liable when their willful or unintentional actions cause injuries to another person by failing to use reasonable care. If there is evidence that a Burbank Uber driver failed to use reasonable care or violated a traffic law when causing the accident, this could help prove a breach of duty that directly led to the plaintiff’s injuries.

You could recover a variety of damages if you successfully prove the elements of negligence. Available damages may cover out-of-pocket expenses and immeasurable noneconomic damages, such as:

Medical costs
Property damage
Lost wages
Lost future financial opportunities
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Disfigurement
Loss of companionship with a spouse or domestic partner

Evidence To Prove Negligence

Obtaining evidence to prove negligence in Burbank Uber accident cases depends on the relevant facts. For example, factors such as the time of day and location of the accident could significantly impact the availability of evidence.

Examples of evidence that may help you prove negligence include:

Photos of the accident scene
Video footage of the collision
Police reports
Toxicology reports
Insurance adjuster reports
Skid mark analysis
Eyewitness testimony
Expert witness testimony

In addition to evidence for proving fault, an Uber accident case must also show proof of the victim’s injuries and damages. This evidence could include hospital records, medical bills, and physical therapy bills. If you suffered injuries in an Uber accident, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible.

Injured Victim’s Negligence Could Limit Damages

Many accidents involve more than one person’s negligence. If there is evidence that a Burbank victim’s own negligence contributed to their Uber accident injuries, a court may limit their ability to recover damages.

The state follows the doctrine of pure comparative negligence to analyze liability in accidents involving more than one negligent party, as outlined in cases such as Li v. Yellow Cab Co., 13 Cal.3d 804 (1975). The rule requires that a plaintiff’s recoverable damages be in proportion to their own negligence. For example, if a plaintiff is found 50 percent responsible, they may only recover up to 50 percent of the damages sought.

Most importantly, pure comparative negligence allows a plaintiff to recover damages even when their own negligence outweighs the defendant’s responsibility. If a plaintiff is 80 percent responsible, they could still recover up to 20 percent of the damages.

Speak With a Burbank Lawyer About Evidence in Uber Accident Cases

You do not have to navigate the state’s complex legal system alone. If you or a loved one were injured in a rideshare crash, you should speak to an attorney as soon as possible about the appropriate evidence in Burbank Uber accident cases.

At Block LLP, our lawyers have experience handling the issues that can arise from rideshare accidents. We will work diligently on your behalf to recover compensation.