Grubhub Car Accident Lawyer

Food delivery service apps continue to grow in popularity across the United States. Grubhub is one of the most used of these apps. Because of the company’s partnerships with a large variety of restaurants nationwide, Grubhub is available for delivery in 4,000 US cities, as well as the United Kingdom.

As the company continues to grow in popularity, so does the need for more drivers. Consequently, more drivers on the road lead to more car accidents. If you were injured by a food delivery car, like Grubhub, contact a Grubhub car accident lawyer at DK Law.

Why Contact a Grubhub Car Accident Lawyer?

After an accident with a Grubhub driver, you need to consult with a food delivery service lawyer immediately.

DK Law is an established personal injury law firm in California, with offices in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, Riverside County, and more. 

Daniel Kim and his legal team are experienced in dealing with Grubhub accident cases. With over 5,000 positive reviews on Yelp, Google, and Facebook from satisfied clients, we know how to deliver the best results.

Our offices work on a contingency basis, which means we do not charge any legal fees until we win your case. In addition, we offer a 100% free, no-obligation case evaluation. 

We’re available to address any questions you have about your food delivery car accident case 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

How Much Will a Grubhub Car Accident Lawyer Say My Case Is Worth? 

Every food delivery service accident is unique, and every accident results in different outcomes. There is no set amount that an injury victim will receive after being involved in a Grubhub accident.

Once you start trying to collect compensation from Grubub’s insurance company for your injuries and other damages, like car repair bills, you’ll understand how difficult the process is.

This is why you want to hire an experienced Grubhub car accident lawyer. DK Law knows the games insurers play. Resolving a car accident can take months or years, depending on which route victims choose to take.

When working with a personal injury law firm, they will make sure to recover compensation for damages such as: 

• Property Damage – damage to personal property, like your car
• Pain and Suffering – mental and physical pain caused by the accident
• Lost Wages – income lost from missing work
• Medical Expenses – exams and treatments for injuries 
• Long-term Injuries – injuries that resulted in a change of lifestyle

Common Causes for Grubhub Accidents

Grubhub drivers are often in a hurry to make their food deliveries on time. The more deliveries they make, the more money they can make. Like other food delivery services (Uber Eats, DoorDash), drivers work with a sense of urgency. Unfortunately, this leads to reckless driving. 

The most common reasons for accidents among Grubhub drivers are:

• Speeding – a top cause for all car accidents
• Distracted Driving – phone usage while driving
• Running Red Lights – not following traffic lights
• Running Stop Signs – failing to abide by traffic laws
• Driver Fatigue – driving without enough rest 

Common Injuries From Grubhub Accidents

No two car accidents are ever the same. However, we do see a lot of the same injuries from similar food delivery accidents, like Postmates or DoorDash.

Many variables determine the type and severity of injuries a person will suffer. Factors like the type of cars involved or damaged roadways affect the outcome of an accident. 

Common injuries from Grubhub accidents include:

• Broken Bones – arms and wrists, ankles
• Head Injury – accidents with a big impact or people not wearing a seatbelt
• Amputation – the loss of a limb after a bad crash
• Death – a crash resulting in a fatality
• Meniscus – joint injuries to the legs
• Rotator Cuff – shoulder damage
• Concussion – severe head trauma with possible long-term effects
• Whiplash – can result in spinal and neck damage
• Skin Injuries – cuts or burns to the skin

About Grubhub

Grubhub Driver Insurance Policy Requirements for Accidents

It is important to clearly understand how Grubhub works and how their personal auto insurance coverage is carried out. For instance, it is a requirement that Grubhub’s drivers all have personal auto insurance coverage.

In addition, Grubhub requires that its drivers:

1. Be at least 19 years old with over 2 years of driving experience
2. Have a valid driver’s license
3. Pass a background check

By having the drivers listed as independent contractors, Grubhub does not have the legal responsibility to provide auto insurance coverage to its drivers.

Some drivers like this status because it allows them to work their own hours and have a flexible schedule.

How Does Grubhub Hire Drivers?

Like most delivery services (Uber Eats, DoorDash, etc.), Grubhub does not have a strict background check when hiring drivers.

Standard qualifications include owning a reliable vehicle and having a valid driver’s license. In addition, Grubhub drivers must also be insured. Without a thorough background check, it’s very simple to lie about each qualifier.

Also, Grubhub drivers are independent contractors and not actual employees. Therefore, when a Grubhub driver gets into a car accident, the claims process becomes more complex.

If you were hit by a negligent Grubhub driver and injured, then contact us today for a free consultation. Do not let the insurance companies avoid their obligation to compensate you or deny your claim altogether.

DK Law will help you with the entire legal process. Although food delivery services must conduct background checks before hiring drivers, in our experience, this is not always accurately carried out.

Areas where companies have fallen short:

1. Conducting a background check before the hiring process
2. Verify a driver’s age and the validity of their license
3. Deny applicants with criminal records 
4. Release current drivers who have built up a bad driving record