Driver error is a prevalent cause of motor vehicle accidents, whether it involves rideshare or not. Many Uber and Lyft drivers are in a hurry to get to their destination and move to the next ride. Rideshare drivers face additional pressure and distraction. They must constantly be glancing at their phone for directions and the next opportunity for a gig. These and other factors will heavily impact how rideshare accidents happen. The most common driver errors in Denver rideshare accidents are: Distractions: All drivers face distractions, but Uber and Lyft drivers face additional distractions. They are constantly checking their phones for incoming rides, using the GPS to navigate unknown territory, and paying attention to the passengers they pick up. Some apps will allow passengers to choose the type of music they want to listen to, meaning the driver must change the music with each passenger. The apps aim for passenger comfort without considering the drivers must pay attention to the road. Speeding: Drivers are in a rush to get their passengers to their next location and will use excessive speeds to arrive quickly. The more rides they take, the more money they will make. That translates to drivers wanting to finish rides quickly by not following the road rules. Speeding also results in more severe injuries and devastation. Unsafe lane changes: Another reckless driver error is hazardous lane changes. The driver will change lanes quickly to make it to their location faster. They do not care about the rules of the road. Their primary objective is to make it through traffic and drop you off. Following too closely: To pressure other drivers out of their way, rideshare drivers will tailgate. They think that by pressuring drivers, they will move out of their way. All drivers must legally follow at a distance to ensure no rear-end accidents. When a car is following too closely, they cannot stop if the vehicle in front of them faces a hazard. There is sure to be a collision. Improper vehicle maintenance: All drivers on the road must adequately maintain their vehicles and ensure they are safe to be on the road. The car will not perform as intended when you do not fill up your tires or change your brakes. The driver can face tire blowout or a brake malfunction due to lack of maintenance. Disobeying traffic signs and signals: For the flow of traffic and the safety of everyone, there are many signs and signals found across the city. When a driver disobeys these laws, a collision is imminent. For example, a driver takes a red light, and cars are already in the intersection. The vehicles in the intersection with the right of way are not expecting another car, and a tragedy can happen. Fatigue: Since Uber and Lyft drivers only get paid when they take rides, they often stay online for longer to get as many rides as possible. Driving while tired is almost the same as driving while under the influence. The impairment ratings are the same in both cases. Looking for passengers: Drivers often pick up passengers in unknown locations. Since they are unfamiliar with the location, they will pay attention to addresses instead of on the road. They will even stop loading and unloading passengers in unsafe areas to save time. When they stop suddenly, and in a prohibited area, the other cars on the road will not have enough time to stop and avoid them, causing a rear-end collision. A situation where one passenger is exiting and another is entering has many legal implications. There are many other reasons a rideshare accident in Denver can occur, and it is vital to stay alert. While you have legal protections, you must also remember that drivers and the companies they work for will try to place hurdles in your path to recovery.