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Victims of any car accident have the right to seek financial compensation from those who hurt them, and that directly includes someone you trust to protect you behind the wheel, such as an Uber or Lyft driver. In situations where you have injuries and financial loss, working with a Downey Uber/Lyft accident lawyer enables you to seek out compensation rightfully your own. At Fisher & Talwar, our experienced Downey car accident lawyer is ready to fight for those rights.
Uber and Lyft Drivers May Be Responsible for Your Injuries
Uber and Lyft drivers owe anyone they share the road with a duty of care. That means that by getting behind the wheel of a car, they are promising to keep others safe on the road by not engaging in reckless or negligent behavior. There are several instances in which an Uber or Lyft driver could be held responsible if you have injuries resulting from an accident:
- You are a passenger in an Uber or Lyft ride. The driver picked you up, turned the app on, and transported you. This most often means that if the driver caused the accident, they, along with the rideshare company, may be responsible for your losses.
- You were driving your car, and an Uber or Lyft driver struck you. You have the same rights to seek legal action here as you would if any other driver struck your vehicle. You may be able to hold the company and the driver accountable in some situations.
- You were hit by an Uber or Lyft driver as a pedestrian or bike rider. You have the same rights to seek legal compensation as a passenger in the vehicle.
In situations where the rideshare company’s app is engaged, you may be able to file a claim against the more lucrative insurance policies these companies have. Keep in mind that these drivers are not employees of the rideshare companies. However, if the apps are engaged and they are providing service, the rideshare company could still be held responsible for your injuries and losses.
Uber and Lyft Insurance Coverage Depends on What Is Happening
When you work with our Downey Uber and Lyft accident lawyer, we will discuss the intricacies of the case with you, including whether or not we can seek legal action against the rideshare company on top of that of the driver. This depends on what is happening with the driver at the time of the accident.
- Offline: In situations where the driver is not logged into the rideshare app, they are offline. If an accident occurs during this period of time, the driver alone may be responsible.
- Period 1: If the driver is logged into the app but has not accepted a ride to provide service, they are in Period 1. Uber drivers will have insurance coverage for these losses as required under California law. That means they will have $50,000 of bodily injury liability coverage per person, $100,000 of bodily injury liability coverage per accident, and $30,000 of property damage coverage per accident or more.
- Period 2: Once the driver accepts a trip, they enter Period 2, and this is when the rideshare company’s additional liability protection applies. It provides $1 million in commercial auto insurance and $1 million in uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage.
- Period 3: In this situation, the driver has picked up the passenger and is providing service. The same coverage applies here as does under Period 2.
Ideally, you want to ensure the accident has enough compensation to cover your losses available. If you are in a serious car accident with damage to your vehicle, your health, and perhaps your mental well-being, the required amount of liability insurance under California law may not be enough to cover all of your losses. Showing the rideshare company is responsible could help increase the availability of compensation.
Let Your Downey Uber/Lyft Accident Attorney Determine the Value of Your Case
When you meet with our legal team, we will work very closely with you to determine the impact of this accident, including what damages it may mean to you. Some examples of the most common types of damages associated with these accidents include:
- Medical expenses and losses you have from the accident and recovery
- Lost wages and time at work
- Loss of earning capacity for long-lasting injuries
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and mental anguish
- Property damage
- Loss of quality of life
In every situation, your attorney’s objective is to determine who is at fault and what your losses are. We then work diligently to pursue full and fair compensation for you, ensuring you are always treated properly. Let our legal team go to work on your case today.
What to Do After an Uber or Lyft Accident
If you are hurt in an Uber or Lyft accident in any way, be sure to protect yourself beyond any other steps. Consider these tips:
- Document everything you can about the incident, the cause, and the injuries you have. Photos and video help to do this.
- Avoid making any statements about fault. Call 911 and wait for the police to file a report for you.
- Seek medical care for all of your injuries.
- Report the incident to your insurance company if you were involved in a vehicle while struck.
- Call our legal team for guidance and support.
It is beneficial to contact an attorney as soon as possible. Let us handle the insurance company and document all of your losses for you throughout the legal process.
Schedule a Free Consultation with Our Downey Uber and Lyft Accident Attorney
At Fisher & Talwar, we believe in providing our clients with exceptional legal service. We know the law, and we know how to make sure insurance companies pay you fairly to the level of compensation owed to you. Set up a free consultation with our Downey Uber and Lyft accident lawyer to discuss your case with us. If, for any reason, you do not win your case, you do not pay attorney fees to us.