Uber requests for statistical and injury information from NY Rangers following player’s car accident
Uber is taking legal action against the New York Rangers after the NHL team allegedly failed to provide information on one of their players involved in a car accident. The ride-sharing company has subpoenaed the Rangers for information on Brandon Crawley, a minor-leaguer who was injured in an Uber accident. Crawley filed a lawsuit against Uber and the driver in 2020, seeking unspecified damages.
The incident occurred on Christmas Day in 2018 when the Uber Crawley was riding in veered off the road and hit a utility pole in Glen Rock, NJ. Uber claims that the Rangers ignored a subpoena issued in July, prompting them to ask a Manhattan judge to force the team’s cooperation.
As part of the ongoing case, Uber is requesting the Rangers to disclose any information on Crawley’s injuries during his playing career, along with his statistics, line combinations, depth charts, and starting lineups for every game he was on the roster. This extensive request indicates Uber’s intention to gather information that could potentially support Crawley’s claim for damages.
Interestingly, Crawley never played a game for the New York Rangers, according to a spokesperson. This raises questions about why Uber is specifically targeting the team for information on an individual who never officially joined their roster. It remains to be seen how this unique situation will unfold in court.
The Rangers have stated that they first learned of the subpoena this week and plan to comply with Uber’s request. It is unclear why there was a delay in responding to the subpoena, but the team seems determined to cooperate now that they are aware of it.
This legal battle between Uber and the New York Rangers highlights the complexities and potential complications that can arise from accidents involving ride-sharing services. When passengers are injured in such incidents, determining liability and seeking compensation can become challenging. In this case, Uber is seeking information from the Rangers that could potentially strengthen Crawley’s case against the company and the driver involved in the accident.
As the lawsuit continues, it will be interesting to see how the court responds to Uber’s request for extensive information from the Rangers. This case serves as a reminder that even professional sports teams can find themselves entangled in legal battles unrelated to their on-ice performances. The outcome of this case could have implications for future incidents involving ride-sharing services and professional sports organizations.
