Who Is Liable for My Injuries?
The only difference between you and a Lyft rideshare driver is that Lyft drivers are on the road much more because they earn a living as civilian taxi drivers.
Just like you when you are driving a vehicle, and a car accident occurs, Lyft car drivers can be the cause of a car accident or a victim of one. If you’re a passenger during a rideshare accident and are injured, you are eligible for compensation.
Lyft rideshare car accidents are different from standard car accidents. They are much more complex because of the multiple parties involved.
Who Is Responsible for My Compensation?
To ensure you receive fair and just compensation for your Lyft car accident, sorting out who exactly is responsible for compensating you for your physical injuries can be daunting.
Along with being able to sue the at-fault driver, you may be able to sue the Lyft company too. However, first, you will have to determine whose car insurance policy was in effect at the time of the car crash. To know if your Lyft driver is liable, you must determine if the driver was on or off duty when the car accident occurred.
A Lyft driver’s personal automobile liability insurance would not pay out compensation if the driver were on duty (meaning the driver has signed into the Lyft app).
When the Lyft driver is on duty, the rideshare vehicle is considered a commercial vehicle. That’s when the Lyft company’s insurance takes over coverage. However, there is an exception to this in a case where the Lyft rideshare driver has purchased a commercial car insurance policy rider and added it to their regular car insurance policy.
Figuring out which party or parties share the blame is difficult. You don’t want to make a needless mistake. A Lyft accident lawyer will protect you from mistakenly accepting a low settlement or no settlement when dealing with predatory insurance companies.
Insurance companies are trying to pay out as little money as they can get away with. You may be unknowingly putting yourself in jeopardy by trying to seek a settlement without the assistance of a Carencro Lyft accident lawyer.
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ClientWhat to Do Right After a Lyft Accident
If you have injuries and property damage, call 911 to report the car accident. Give your passenger statement to the police.
If the EMS paramedics believe you should be transported to an Emergency Room, you should go. Even if you feel fine and don’t go, it’s always good to see your doctor as soon as possible for a medical checkup. It’s sound practice to have your medical condition documented right after a car accident for insurance claims reasons or filing a claim.
This medical documentation helps to strengthen any personal injury case you may bring against the at-fault driver or the Lyft company itself. Even though you feel fine right after the accident, some injuries take time to surface.
What to Do at the Car Crash Scene
Assemble the contact information of all parties involved, including insurance details. Get the contact information of any witnesses too.
Use your cell phone to take pictures of the crash scene to document the damage. Shoot from as many angles as possible.
Contact Lyft via the app to report the accident as soon as possible. Go to either the ‘Ride History’ or ‘Help” sections to report an accident inside the app.
Do not post anything about the car accident on social media until you have settled a claim or claim with the appropriate insurance company.
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Rick Smith | ClientCommon Lyft Car Accident Injuries
If you happen to be a passenger in a Lyft rideshare vehicle at the time of a car accident, you may experience any number of injuries:
- PTSD
- External and Internal bleeding
- Organ failure
- Temporary or long-term brain damage
- Paralysis due to spinal cord damage
- Loss of a limb
- Head, neck. and back injuries
- Fractures and broken bones
- Cuts and bruising
- Sepsis
- Burns
Injuries Entitle You to Financial Compensation
The more serious your injuries or property damage, the sooner you should contact a Lyft accident lawyer. Along with medical bill coverage due to physical injuries, you can seek compensation for such things as lost wages, and psychological or emotional trauma just to name a few.
It’s important to note that the state of Louisiana has a statute of limitations (CC Art. 3492) when it comes to filing a personal injury claim or claim. You have just two years from the car accident date to file.
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ClientSome Causes of Lyft Car Accidents
Most car accidents are a result of negligence. Either the Lyft driver was driving irresponsibly, or another motorist was.
According to a University of Pennsylvania study, rideshare companies have supplied over two billion rides. With so many Lyft drivers on the roads, it’s expected that a percentage of them will be involved in car accidents.
Some examples of negligence are road rage, riding the bumper of the vehicle directly in front of you, speeding, inattentiveness, failing to stop at a stop sign, failure to use turn signals, failure to yield, and falling asleep at the wheel. Also, there is driving intoxicated or under the influence of legal or illegal drugs.
Besides driver negligence, the accident could result from unsafe roadways—for instance, a hazardous road construction zone, deep potholes, or other unpredictable highway hazards.
If one of these is responsible for the car accident, then a local or state government can be held accountable for not ensuring the integrity and safety of the roads.
Another thing that can cause a car accident is something falling off another vehicle or a vehicle malfunctioning. Should something like this cause a car accident, then different companies, manufacturers, dealerships, and technicians may be found guilty of your injuries.
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ClientHow Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Can Help You
All variables and complexities related to rideshare accidents are why you should consider calling for a free consultation with a Carencro Lyft accident lawyer. One of our lawyers will assess your case and explain your rights. A lawyer can help you get the settlement you deserve. Let one of our Lyft accident lawyers assist you in getting the full compensation the law allows. Contact us today for a free consultation.
