03
Feb
Car Fire in Philadelphia
A devastating accident took place in the Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia on a recent Saturday evening. Police report that calls came in for help at just after 9 p. m. , requesting support at the 100 block of Marlborough Street. When police arrived, they found a vehicle that w...
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Feb
My Uber Driver Sexually Assaulted Me. What Are My Next Steps?
Rideshare services like Lyft and Uber are becoming popular transportation services. They are convenient and efficient. While many rides end without incident, some can be life-altering for riders. The dark side of ridesharing is that drivers sexually assault or harass riders. You ...
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Feb
Can I Fight Uber/Lyft and the Driver for Sexual Assault?
An unknown risk of using an Uber or Lyft is the potential for being sexually assaulted. Between 2019 and 2020, Uber had 3,824 sexual misconduct or assault reports. Drivers were accused in 56% of cases, and women were 81% of rape survivors. Lyft, on the other hand, provided figure...
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Feb
How to Find the Right Philadelphia Uber/Lyft Sexual Assault Attorney
Uber and Lyft are enormous companies that employ drivers nationwide to get riders from one location to another. These companies are responsible for the safety of their drivers and passengers. Sometimes, these companies do not perform thorough background checks. That means that cr...
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Feb
Protecting Yourself Following a Lyft/Uber Sexual Assault in Philadelphia
You have ordered a ride and feel you will get to your destination safely. There is an inherent trust in a stranger when you both agree to a ride. Drivers and passengers should be safe and free from sexual assault. Uber and Lyft say they run background checks and have passenger sa...
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Feb
Sexual Assault in Rideshares. The Unknown Risks of Uber and Lyft
There has been an increase in rideshare services over the past decade. Uber and Lyft are the leading rideshare companies in the industry. While most people see these services as a fast, effective, and affordable way to get around, there is a dark side. Many people assume there is...
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Feb
Steps to Take After an Accident With an Uber Eats Driver
Being involved in an accident is often a life-changing experience and while you think that you will be able to recover and move on with your life quickly, this may not always be the case. Dealing with insurance companies can be difficult and this can be even more complex if you a...
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Feb
Who Can be Held Responsible for a Car Accident With an Uber Eats Driver?
Uber Eats relies heavily on the gig economy and its three key components; independent contractors, consumers, and the company that connects the two parties. Uber Eats would be the connection between drivers and consumers. When a person is classified as an independent contractor...
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Feb
How Does Insurance Work for an Uber Eats Driver?
Uber Eats drivers are required to carry their own car insurance policies and this is often the route that drivers will take when they are involved in an accident. There are several parties that may be held responsible during an accident with an Uber Eats Driver; the driver themse...
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Feb
Can I Receive Compensation from Uber Eats as a Driver if Injured in a Crash?
In general, the answer to this question is yes. However, there are several different requirements that must be met in order to access and obtain compensation from an Uber Eats car accident if you are a driver. As a driver, you will need to have your own personal insurance in plac...
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Feb
Know Your Rights as an Uber or Lyft Passenger
With the ease of ridesharing just a few swipes away, it’s no surprise to see that Uber and Lyft have a cult-like following of loyal fans. Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft give individuals across the country the opportunity to work “self-employed” which is great, but what ri...
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Feb
Common Causes For Uber/Lyft Accidents
As Uber and Lyft have become more popular as a means of transportation, the number of accidents involving them has also obviously increased. Some reasons for an increase in these types of accidents include: Distracted driving due to the drivers relying on the phone application f...
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