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Emery Brett Ledger
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Accident & Injury, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Car Accident
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Experience
Position | Organization | Location | Duration |
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Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Talk Show Host | Clear Channel Radio | KTLK AM1150 | Present |
Education
School | Degree | Major | Graduation |
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University of California San Diego | 1st year | Political Science | Transfer |
Pepperdine University School Of Law | JD | Law | 1998 |
ASU | BA | Political Science | 1994 |
Admission
State / Court | Date |
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California Supreme Court | 1998 |
United States Supreme Court | 1998 |
Associations
- CAALA, AJJ (ATLA), OCBA
Honors & Awards
- National Trial Lawyer, TOP 100 LAWYERS (2019,2018,2017,2015)
Cases
LedgerLaw Accident Attorneys Recover Millions For Clients
Multi-million Dollar Personal Injury Verdicts & Settlements
Publications
- Can You File a Legal Claim Against Uber After an Accident?
If you have been injured in an accident involving an Uber driver, you may be able to file a legal claim against Uber and pursue legal compensation. However, this will depend on the facts involved since it is important to understand that Uber drivers are independent contractors.
Effectively, this means that your Uber driver is not an employee of Uber, and as such, Uber can deny liability for actions of the independent contractor. In personal injury law, it is generally far more easy to file a legal claim against an employee driver than a driver who is an independent contractor.
Indeed, it is quite rare for a lawsuit to be filed against Uber itself. For example, Uber hiring a driver with a history of DUI or sex offenses could result in legal action against the company itself. Even so, you will not be filing a legal claim against Uber or a similar ridesharing company after a personal injury accident in most ridesharing accidents. This does not mean you are without legal options, however.
Compensation for Uber Passengers When the Uber Driver Is At Fault
If your accident occurred during your trip as an Uber passenger, the most important piece of information to know is that Uber has a $1 million liability policy that covers passenger accidents when the ridesharing driver bears legal responsibility. In addition to this form of compensation, it may still be necessary to sue the independent contractor who was driving at the time of the accident.
As such, your legal claim will be served to the driver and the driver’s insurance company. However, an individual driver cannot typically cover the expenses of significant medical costs for accident victims, which is precisely why ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft provide $ 1 million in liability coverage.
Understand that Uber’s liability and accident policy is primary for passengers of Uber, and as such, a settlement amount based on this policy will typically be far higher than typical accidents involving a personal driver’s insurance policy.
With the help of your ridesharing accident lawyer, it is also wise to send preservation of evidence letters to both Uber and the driver in your accident. This legal letter stipulates that all of the data pertaining to your ride and resulting accident are to be preserved, not deleted. In some states, ridesharing companies can even be sued if a preservation of evidence letter is ignored or violated.
Compensation for Uber Passengers When Another Driver Is At Fault
If a driver other than your Uber driver bears legal responsibility for the accident, then you will generally need to pursue compensation through the responsible driver’s personal insurance policy. Generally, this leads to a lower settlement offer compared to Uber’s $1 million in liability coverage.
If you have serious medical bills that an underinsured motorist cannot pay, know that Uber also has a $1 million underinsured motorist policy that can result in receiving important compensation for the treatment of serious injuries.
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(1994) Bachelor of Arts, Arizona State University. Verified with DegreeVerify. | February 07, 2011 |
(1998) Licensed as Attorney in California. Verified with State Bar of California. | February 07, 2011 |
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Auto Accident Attorney Discusses Tramatic Brain Injuries (TBI) (2011-02-07 07:39:58)
If you have suffered a personal injury of any type, seek the advice and counsel of an experienced brain injury attorney. For a free and detailed evaluation with an injury attorney at The Law Offices of Ledger & Associates, please call 1-800-300-0001 or visit www.ledgerlaw.com.
What to Expect from Your Los Angeles Truck Accident Attorney (2011-02-07 11:39:43)
If you have been involved in a Los Angeles truck accident and would like the opportunity to have your case evaluated at no cost to you by a Los Angeles truck accident attorney, please call Attorney Emery Ledger at Ledger & Associates, 1-800-300-0001 or visit them online at www.ledgerlaw.com.
Should I Hire A Motorcycle Accident Attorney? (2011-02-07 21:26:52)
For a free and detailed evaluation of your motorcycle accident case by motorcycle accident lawyer Emery Ledger, contact the Law Offices of Ledger & Associates at 1-800-300-0001 or visit them online at www.ledgerlaw.com.
Afer An Accident Get A Free Consultation From An Experienced Injury Lawyer (2011-03-27 15:20:17)
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), every year there are more than 6,000,000 car accidents with more than 1,500,000 injuries and more than 20,000 deaths.
Time Matters If You Have Been A Victim Of A Negligent Motorcycle Accident! (2011-03-27 15:26:27)
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If you even slightly suspect that you have been negligently, carelessly or willfully injured in a motorcycle accident…
Do not wait!
Do not sign anything!
Do not let an insurance company tell you “you'll be fine, we'll handle everything for you…”
Ledger & Associates: Auto, Trucking & Motorcyle Accident Attorneys (2011-03-27 15:38:46)
Do you suspect that your accident may have been due to faulty mechanics or defective products? Are you not 100% sure but do want to have a free, confidential conversation with an renowned personal injury law firm? Look no further!
Not All Aviation Accidents End In Fatalities (2011-04-11 22:53:44)
While airplane travel is traditionally very safe, when something goes wrong and an accident occurs, there are usually very serious consequences to property life. As we all know, aviation accidents rarely end well.
Understanding The Rights Of Families Who Have Lost A Loved One To Negligence (2011-04-11 22:57:24)
Wrongful death legal remedies can and are sought for avoidable injuries that result in wrongful death. Wrongful death lawsuits are governed by what is called Tort Law.
18-Wheelers Collide With Passenger Cars More Often Than We Know (2011-04-11 23:00:51)
The truck that hit you may have been in error and the driver of the company that owns the truck may be at fault. IF INJURED IN A TRUCK OR AUTO ACCIDENT CALL 800-300-0001 FOR A FREE CASE EVALUATION.
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