If you've been involved in a car accident, and the driver was a ride share provider, you've got your work cut out for you. Accidents involving ride-share drivers can be stressful, and confusing. That's because there are other factors involved. In fact, some ride share drivers will try to pass the blame to someone else, such as the ride share company. Because of that, it's important that you know what to do when something like this happens. Here are four steps that you need to take if you've been involved in a car accident with a ride share driver. 

File a Police Report

If you've been in a car accident, and the other driver was working as a ride share operator at the time, you need to file a police report right away - even if the ride share driver asked you not to report the accident. You'll need this information if you plan to file an insurance claim, which you should. If you fail to file an insurance claim, you'll be left to cover the damages yourself. If you were injured in the accident, you'll also need to cover your own medical care. To make sure you get the compensation you need, it's important that you begin by filing a police report. 

Identify the Ride Share Tier 

If you've been injured in a car accident, and the other driver is a ride share provider, you need to determine what period they were in on the ride share tier. There are actually four separate tiers that determine a ride share drivers status throughout their shift. Most ride share companies require their drivers to provide their own car insurance. But, there are times during the shift when the company will provide additional coverage. Those times occur when the driver is in the process of transporting a customer. If the driver who caused the accident had a passenger in their car at the time of the accident, you'll want to file a claim with the ride share company, as well. 

Document Your Damages

If you've suffered injuries, or property damage, as the result of a car accident involving a ride share driver, start documenting your damages. You'll need to provide a detailed list of injuries and damages when you submit your claim. Don't forget to submit your documentation to the insurance company, and to the ride share company. 

Hire an Attorney

Finally, if you're dealing with a car accident involving a ride share driver, don't hesitate to hire an auto accident attorney. This is especially important if you're not having any luck identifying the tier that the driver was operating under at the time of the accident. An attorney will help you through the confusion and stress, and will help you to get the compensation you're entitled to. 

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