Posts by Ryan Y. Cunningham

After a car accident, you might think the process of collecting compensation for damages and injuries is pretty simple. In reality, it rarely plays out simply or cleanly. Insurance companies are businesses, and their goal is to protect their bottom line. That often happens by minimizing payouts or pushing for settlements that don’t touch what…

When you find yourself dealing with the aftermath of a car crash, the last thing you want to do is make the wrong call on legal representation. Still, people often find it difficult to find the right lawyer, especially in a large area like Oklahoma City, where there’s no shortage of options. A quick search…

A car accident can throw your life into a complete tailspin in an instant. One moment, your life consists of work, family, and extracurriculars, and the next, you are dealing with injuries, vehicle damage, and a long list of decisions you might not know how to make. In the moments after the crash, it’s easy…

Many Uber and Lyft accident victims cannot directly sue the rideshare company because drivers are considered independent contractors. Nonetheless, there are situations in which victims may be able to sue Uber or Lyft. Knowing whether this is an option and how arbitration might be relevant can expand your legal options after a wreck. Regardless of…

Although Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies offer liability insurance to pay for accident victims, coverage is complicated. There are three different periods, the lowest being period 1, when the driver is waiting for a ride request. Unfortunately, many problems occur at this stage due to an insurance coverage gap. However, understanding how rideshare coverage…

The gig economy today is thriving. Uber, Lyft, Amazon, and DoorDash are just a few companies that offer convenient services, including rides, food deliveries, and more. Along with the convenience of these services, however, also comes the question of liability, particularly when an accident occurs. Most gig workers are classified as independent contractors, which can…

The aftermath of an Uber or Lyft accident is far more confusing than in other accident cases. This is largely due to the fact that there are multiple parties who could be liable, injured individuals may have to deal with insurance companies covering the rideshare service, and the complex legal issues that do not arise…

All drivers face risks when they enter their vehicles, but rideshare drivers have unique challenges that make their jobs even riskier. If an accident were to occur, rideshare drivers could find the claims process overwhelming. Unlike a typical car crash, where driver A is at fault, and driver B files a claim for damages with…

With the right evidence and an experienced car accident lawyer, you can take steps to hold a reckless driver accountable and prove that they were distracted when they hit you. In Oklahoma, proving distracted driving caused your accident involves looking for non-physical evidence, talking to eyewitnesses, and seeking out video footage. With an experienced and…

Rideshare accidents are not like other crashes on the road. Unlike other collisions that typically have one liable party and only involve one insurance policy, accidents involving rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft can involve multiple insurance policies. Making these accidents even more complex is the fact that each insurance company will try to…

Many types of accidents can cause soft-tissue injuries, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, and product malfunctions. Although soft tissue injuries aren’t generally viewed as being as serious as certain catastrophic injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord damage, or as easily verifiable as broken bones, they can affect your ability…

Ridesharing is popular for both drivers and customers. Uber and Lyft provide employment opportunities for people throughout the Oklahoma City region who want to earn extra money or pursue a full-time job. For customers, ridesharing offers many advantages. Riders can easily reserve rides and choose from a variety of services, including express options with short…

In 2021, motorists reported over 66,000 car accidents across the state of Oklahoma. Each of these accidents had the potential to cause a catastrophic ripple effect on the lives of survivors and their loved ones, leading many to file claims for physical, emotional, and financial damages. Under our state’s comparative negligence system, however, some accident…

When you’re involved in an accident, you probably have at least some sense of what you’re supposed to do if you’re the one behind the wheel. But what happens when you’re riding as a passenger caught in the crossfire? Being a passenger in a crash can be just as frightening and dangerous as being a…

Rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized how people get around, but any new technology comes with its own dangers and risks. Rideshare accidents can be considerably more complicated than collisions involving non-commercial drivers, and it’s important that Oklahoma victims know how to navigate this process and protect their rights. If you’ve been injured…

Rideshare services make life a lot easier for those who can’t (or don’t like to) drive at night. Late-night trips to and from the airport no longer require a call to a family member desperately trying to stay awake, and going out for a drink is a lot safer with Uber, Lyft, and other ridesharing…

If you ride with Lyft in Oklahoma, you’ve likely wondered how risky it is—even if you’ve never been in an accident. Lyft’s most recent Safety Transparency Report is the main public source that comes into play here, providing in-depth information that drivers and riders can use. What happens if you are involved in a ridesharing…

One of the most complicated aspects of rideshare accidents is insurance. Drivers carry their own insurance, but the vast majority of personal car insurance policies specifically exclude driving for commercial activities. That’s why rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft provide their own insurance coverage for drivers who are logged on and actively working. However, as…