How Long Will Your Uber Accident Lawsuit Take?

As the gig economy continues to surge, more people in Alabama are turning to rideshare applications such as Uber for their commuting needs. However, since Uber drivers are usually non-professional drivers, the risk of accidents occurring is a stark reality. Being involved in an Uber accident might leave you with a myriad of questions, including "How long will your Uber accident lawsuit take?" As a well-known personal injury lawyer in Alabama, Attorney Stephen Thompson is here to enlighten you about the process and timeline of an Uber accident lawsuit.

Initiating an Uber Accident Lawsuit:

In the dreadful aftermath of an Uber accident, your first point of action should be receiving immediate medical attention to address any injuries. As soon as you're physically able, you may then proceed to initiate a lawsuit. Alabama law places a statute of limitations on personal injury lawsuits, which means that your claim should be filed within two years from the date of the accident.

The Duration of the Lawsuit:

Determining the duration of an Uber accident lawsuit is not always straightforward as it may depend on various factors. However, a typical personal injury case could take anywhere from several months to several years. Here are some stages included in this process:

1. Investigation & Pre-Litigation: The first few months post-incident are usually spent gathering sufficient evidence, determining fault, evaluating insurance coverage, and calculating damages.
2. Filing the Lawsuit: Once your claim has been structured, the next step involves filing the lawsuit. This initiation of legal proceedings may take a few weeks to a couple of months.
3. Discovery Phase: Both parties exchange information on the case through the discovery process. This stage can last from six months up to a year, depending on the cooperation of the other party and the complexity of the case.
4. Mediation or Negotiation: After discovery, settlement negotiations often take place. This allows time for possible compromises before the case goes to trial. This phase can range from several weeks to a few months.
5. Going to Trial: If a settlement can't be reached, your case will proceed to trial, which can last anywhere from a day to a few weeks. It could take some additional months to finally receive the verdict.
6. Appeals: If the verdict is unfavorable, you may choose to appeal, which could prolong the process by several months or even years. 

In the end, every case is unique, and the duration can vary significantly depending upon the specific circumstances of your case, including the severity of the injuries, the complexity of the case, and the strategy of your attorney.

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During your Initial Strategy Session, I will asist you in creating a strategy on how to best pursue your claim, whether it be the result of a Car Accident Claim, 18 Wheeler Injury, or, Alabama Workers' Compensation Claim. At your Initial Strategy Session, you will receive the following:

• First - I will listen to your story. You will have a chance to tell everything to someone who wants to hear what happened to you.
• Based on the information that you provide, I will give you my best advice on both what claims you have, and the next steps you should consider to proceed with your claim(s).
• If your claim is something that I think I can help you with, I will explain the services that I can provide for you, and what the next steps are that we should take. We will start working immediately.
• If your matter is something that I do not think I can help you with, then I will attempt to put you in contact with another lawyer that might be able to help you.
• Either way, what should happen is we will put to rest some of the unkowns that you may be experiencing. We will start to shed some light on what you can expect, and how to best pursue the benefits you deserve.

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