If you have been involved in an accident with a San Francisco Taxi and you believe it was caused by the negligence of the taxi driver, you may be entitled to receive compensation for the injury that was not your fault through a personal injury claim. Most states, including California, allow personal injury claims because it helps the victim get the financial help s/he needs in a time when going to work is not possible due to the injury.
What to Do After an Accident with a Taxi
The first step to take is getting the medical attention you require even if it means calling an ambulance and being taken to the nearest hospital. If you are able before rushing off to hospital it will be useful for your personal injury claim that you write down the cab driver’s name, the taxi registration number and the contact information for the cab company.
If you are not able to do this get a witness or a family member to record the information on your behalf. Also, get names, phone numbers and contact information of any witnesses who saw the accident. Take photos of the accident to serve as evidence as well. Whether the police attended the accident or not you should call them and request a copy of the accident report and ask them to come to the accident site if necessary.
Damages You Could Claim
Filing a personal injury claim means you can claim damages from the at-fault party for several expenses you are required to pay. These include the following:
Repayment of the total cost of medical treatment, including any estimated future treatment:
- compensation for any loss in wages or other earnings because you were unable to return immediately to work following the accident;
- compensation for the pain and suffering caused by the accident, which is calculated as a base figure after which a multiplier is chosen to calculate the pain and suffering; for example, if a San Francisco taxi accident victim has been awarded $10,000 in economic damages and the judge chose a multiplier of '2' then the pain and suffering would be worth $20,000.
- punitive damages if it can be found that gross negligence caused the accident and the injury;
- the cost of repairs or replacement of damaged property.
Get a Free Case Evaluation
To ensure you that you get the compensation you deserve when involved in an accident with a San Francisco taxi, you should consult with a personal injury attorney. An attorney has the knowledge and experience to get damages you are entitled to for your claim. You do not need to pay any upfront fees, as most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning no fees are paid until a successful settlement has been negotiated with the San Francisco taxi’s insurer.
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Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against a San Francisco Taxi, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
