Uber/Lyft Accidents are no fun
Nowadays, Uber/Lyft and other ride-sharing applications are becoming more and more popular as they are more convenient and more affordable than hailing a cab or driving yourself. Be getting into an Uber/Lyft accidents can be a big headache.
Rideshare Drivers May Not Be Pro
However, these services do not insure you from an accident whether you are a passenger or the lift driver. If you were in an accident with an Uber or Lyft car, it is important to understand how your injuries may be compensated. Experienced and professional lawyers at Advo Law will explore who is responsible for the damages. And will help you get the fair and just compensation.
Special Insurance Considerations
Popular ride-sharing services such as Uber require their drivers to carry special car insurance that will cover the driver and the passengers in case of an accident. However, the exact coverage that applies is based on the facts and circumstances present at the time of the accident. Therefore, specific inquiries must be made to determine which policy and coverage should apply.
Medical Care
If you have experienced a rideshare accident as a pedestrian, there are steps you can take to make sure you receive compensation. Even if you have just the slightest discomfort, we encourage you to seek medical attention quickly. And to reach out to us for a free consultation. After which we will help you find the best course of action for your case.
Rideshare Drivers
If you are driving a vehicle and are involved in a crash with a rideshare driver, provided you were not at fault for the accident, we can make sure you get the fair compensation. Like any other taxi service, both Uber and Lyft have “$1 million insurance policy” per accident. It covers the injuries and the damages to the property. As in other car accident cases, the initial investigation is very important in order to build the most incontestable case. Our team will assist you through this process.
Rideshare Passengers
If you were a passenger in an Uber or Lyft car when the accident happened and, fortunately, you do not need any medical help there are a few things you need to do. We recommend you to download or even make a screenshot of all the information about your rideshare trip as soon as possible. After reaching out to Advo Law, our team will help you find out which parties were responsible and what compensation can you get from each of them.
Don’t go alone
We can also help you, if you are driving for Uber or Lyft and are in an accident. As in all types of Uber/Lyft accidents, we initiate an in-depth investigation. Collecte all the details of an accident to find out exactly who was at fault for your accident. The important part for these cases is to be sure that you were online in the Uber or Lyft app when the accident happens. Otherwise you will go with your own insurance. There are quite a few details and distinctions for these cases, so if you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us.
