What should I do first if I was assaulted by an Uber driver?
Frank Stucki's Answer
Quick Answer
If assaulted by an Uber driver, first seek emotional support, then report the incident to the police, Uber, and consult a specialized injury lawyer for proper representation.
Key risks of waiting too long
Potential Risk
Not reporting the incident to the appropriate authorities in a timely manner.
Potential Risk
Choosing a lawyer who lacks specialization in civil abuse cases.
Potential Risk
Neglecting medical attention which could worsen physical or emotional trauma.
Potential Risk
Feeling overwhelmed by legal processes without professional guidance.
Full Transcript
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I think the very first thing you should do if you're assaulted by an Uber driver is
take care of your emotions. What I mean by that is find a trusted friend or a family
and talk to them about it and figure out the next step. One of the main common next steps is go to
the hospital. The second one is probably to find a lawyer to help you report it and you need to
report it to probably the police, maybe the district attorney's office, and then Uber themselves.
And that is a very overwhelming thing to do especially for victims and survivors. So having
a lawyer do that for you is the right move and any trauma-informed lawyer that focuses on injury or
abuse cases will know how to do this correctly. Try not to get a nationwide firm. Try not to get a
car accident mill. Try not to get your lawyer down the street friend.
You need to find an injury lawyer who specializes in civil abuse cases.