Taxis are a common sight on the roads in North Las Vegas. Tourists and residents alike use these services to go out for a night on the town, get to work, or just make their way across the city to different destinations. Unfortunately, taxi drivers are no more immune to being involved in an accident than other motorists. When they are involved in a crash, the most serious injuries will result. The aftermath of a taxi accident can also be much more confusing. Our North Las Vegas taxi accident lawyer can help you make sense of it so you can obtain the full and fair compensation you deserve.
Why Work with a Taxi Accident Lawyer?
You may think you do not need to work with a North Las Vegas taxi accident lawyer and in fact, you are not required to. However, there are many ways a lawyer can assist with your case. While you are trying to recover from the serious injuries sustained during the crash, a lawyer will conduct an investigation to determine how the accident occurred. A lawyer will also collect important evidence such as medical records, expert testimony, eyewitness testimony, cell phone records, police reports, and more to strengthen your case.
After a lawyer has determined how the crash happened, and collected evidence to prove it, they will then accurately value your total losses so you can obtain the fair compensation you receive. A lawyer will also negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf, and will not be tempted by the lowball offers they make. Many people are not familiar with the many tasks a lawyer will handle, and cannot take them on when they are trying to recover from serious injuries. This is why it is so important to work with a lawyer when filing a claim.
Who is Liable for a Taxi Accident?
As with any motor vehicle accident, there are many potentially liable parties after a crash involving a taxi. If another driver caused the accident, such as if they cut off the taxi you were riding in, you can hold them liable by filing a claim with their insurance company. Or, if a defective part on the taxi caused a crash, the manufacturer can be held liable for any resulting injuries.
In many cases, negligent taxi drivers are to blame for an accident. Taxi drivers can act negligently in a number of ways, including driving while distracted or impaired, speeding, or making improper turns. Taxi drivers can be held liable when their negligent acts cause a crash that results in injuries.
When taxi drivers are to blame for an accident, the taxi company can also often be held liable. Taxi companies may engage in negligent hiring or training practices, which can lead to inexperienced and incompetent drivers being on the roads. Taxi companies can also be held vicariously liable when their employees act negligently and cause a crash.
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