Auto Accidents

Crashes involving Uber drivers using Tesla vehicles equipped with Autopilot features can raise difficult liability questions. Victims often want to know who can be held responsible for their medical bills and other losses. The answer will depend on the specific facts of their case. If you were involved in a crash, you need to understand…

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…

Uber and Lyft both provide up to $1 million in liability coverage when a rideshare driver causes an accident and is transporting a passenger, or on their way to pick up a passenger. However, rideshare drivers can cause accidents when they are not on an active ride, as well. They may be driving around while…

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…

A rideshare accident can result in serious injuries to Uber and Lyft passengers, as well as other motorists in the vicinity. As the use of rideshare services has increased over recent years, so too has the number of accidents involving these vehicles and their drivers. There have been a number of headlines about rideshare accidents,…

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…

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have completely overhauled how many of us travel. These services provide a safe alternative to drinking and driving, make it easier to get around in an unfamiliar area, and help you avoid high parking fees. However, a new type of travel also means new types of accidents—and complications for…

Cars don’t always work well. The engine can stall or overheat, requiring the driver to stop and pull over to the side of the road if possible. Accidents on all types of roads are common. The police, tow truck drivers, and emergency medical personnel do more than just help drivers when their car fails or…

At Cunningham & Mears, we handle many different types of car accident cases. We represent drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicycle riders. We also represent families when a family member dies in a car accident. When it comes to any of these, we represent clients on a contingency basis. Learn more about what that means for…

Distracted driving is one of the main causes of vehicle accidents in Oklahoma. A new bill, House Bill 2263, aims to help deter one form of distracted driving – the use of handheld cell phones in school zones and at construction sites. The Oklahoma House of Representatives passed the law. The bill was also approved…

The Oklahoma Senate and House passed legislation called the Bernardo-Mills Law. The law mandates that drivers who are near emergency vehicles use due caution, reduce their speed, and change lanes. The purpose of the law is to protect emergency workers and drivers, passengers, and pedestrians who need emergency assistance. Drivers who fail to comply with…

Self-driving cars were once thought to be a technology of the future. However, they are quickly becoming a reality on our Oklahoma City streets. Self-driving vehicles offer convenience and safety, but they also present an important question: Who’s responsible when a self-driving car causes an accident? Here at Cunningham & Mears, we know that car…

T-bone accidents, also known as “side impact collisions,” are some of the most dangerous types of car accidents. These accidents occur when the front of one vehicle strikes the side of another (forming a “T” shape). The sides of a car offer less protection than the front or rear, and a T-bone accident can result…