Los Angeles Taxi Cab Accident Attorney

Cab drivers in Los Angeles are notorious for their aggressive driving tactics, and taxicabs are frequently involved in collisions and accidents. If you were struck by a taxicab or were a passenger injured in a crash involving a Los Angeles taxicab, contact Estey & Bomberger for a free and immediate consultation. We have recovered numerous settlements and awards for taxicab accident victims in Los Angeles and Southern California.

Taxicab Accident Injuries

There are literally thousands of taxis, shuttles and limos in Los Angeles, and the accident rate is high. Nine companies franchised by the City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) operate more than 2300 taxicabs in LA. Injuries from taxi accidents can be severe. Some of the most serious injuries from taxicab accidents in Los Angeles include:

1. Broken / fractured bones
2. Burn injuries
3. Disfiguring injuries
4. Dismemberment
5. Internal injuries
6. Neck/back/spinal cord injuries
7. Paralysis (partial or total)
8. Skull fractures
9. Traumatic brain injuries

Taxi Cab Regulations

The state of California does not issue special licenses for taxi drivers. However, local jurisdictions may set their own requirements and regulations. In Los Angeles, the Mayor and City Council appoints the Board of Taxi Commissioners, which provides the Los Angeles Department of Transportations (LADOT) with regulation, oversight and enforcement.

Important Tip: Make Sure You're In a Licensed Taxi

When looking for a taxi in Los Angeles, look for a vehicle with the official seal of the City of Los Angeles. Vehicles not bearing this seal are "bandit taxicabs" and have no legal authority to operate in the city. They might not have insurance, either. Taxicabs bearing the seal of the City are insured, have trained drivers and are inspected regularly by the City. Although riding in a licensed taxicab does not make you immune to accident, you can trust that you are riding in an insured vehicle if you ride in a taxi licensed by the City of Los Angeles.

Taxicab Injury Lawyers

If you are hurt in a taxicab accident in Los Angeles, understanding who is responsible for your injuries may not be easy. An experienced and competent Los Angeles accident attorney familiar with taxi cab injury cases can help you protect your legal rights and make sure you are properly and fairly compensated for your injuries. Because the Los Angeles Department of Transportation will be involved in any claim, taxi accident cases can me more complex than automobile accident cases involving only private passenger vehicles.

Free Los Angeles Taxi Accident Consultation

Before you give the insurance company a recorded statement, sign any documents, or accept any compensation offers for your injuries, you should have a Los Angeles taxi accident lawyer review your case. The personal injury attorneys at Estey & Bomberger offer a free consultation to review your potential claim, and discuss your legal options. Note that you may only have 180 days following an accident to file a claim. Therefore, it is critical that you speak with an attorney as soon as possible after an accident if you are contemplating filing a claim for your injuries.