If you were in an accident while you were a rideshare driver’s passenger, or you were driving a vehicle that collided with a rideshare driver’s vehicle, you have the right to seek damages for your injuries and losses.
A Johns Creek Uber and Lyft rideshare accident lawyer with Bader Scott Injury Lawyers can advise you of your legal rights and help you seek the compensation you deserve. Call us today at (404) 888-8888 for a free review of your case.
Rideshare Accidents and Personal Injury Claims
Whether you were involved in an accident as a passenger in a ridesharing vehicle or you were struck by a ridesharing vehicle, you may be dealing with several factors unique to accidents with Lyft and Uber drivers. A lawyer can analyze the specific details of your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation, and how to pursue a claim for the injuries and losses you suffered.
If a driver was looking at a smartphone, adjusting a GPS device, or speeding to pick up a new passenger, these are indicators of negligent driving that will be important for your case. Any evidence of negligent driving can be used by an attorney to help you seek compensation for your losses.
Uber Insurance Coverage for Accidents
For drivers who work for the Uber service, the company provides extra liability insurance for them while they are on duty for Uber. Your lawyer will consider the following situations that could influence how your case will be pursued:
- On-duty driver with a passenger: When a driver is carrying a passenger or is traveling to pick up a passenger, Uber’s liability insurance for its driver is active for coverage.
- On-duty driver with awaiting a ride request: When a driver is actively on duty for Uber but is waiting for a ride request, Uber provides liability insurance if the driver’s auto insurance does not provide coverage.
- Non-working driver: When a driver is not working for Uber, the driver’s personal auto insurance is all that applies in a crash.
Depending on the circumstances of when you were in an accident with an Uber driver, your lawyer can determine how best to proceed with an insurance claim.
As is the case with any accident, it’s important to document as much as you can about the contact and policy information of all parties involved in the incident. You may have records of the Uber driver’s license number and insurance information as well as the license and insurance information of any other driver involved in the accident.
This information can help your lawyer to further investigate the details of your situation.
Lyft Insurance Coverage for Accidents
With the Lyft service, similar rules apply in terms of insurance policy coverage. Depending on when you were involved in an accident with a Lyft driver—as a passenger or as the driver of another vehicle—and depending on the Lyft driver’s activity status, your lawyer will deal with insurance companies accordingly.
For a free legal consultation with a uber and lyft rideshare accidents lawyer serving Johns Creek, call (404) 888-8888
Getting Legal Help with Your Case
Because accidents with rideshare drivers can involve a number of factors, it can be confusing to know what you should do to file a claim. A Johns Creek Uber and Lyft rideshare accident lawyer can help you work through the complexities of a case like this, and answer any questions you might have.
At Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, we will work hard on your behalf to determine who can be held responsible for your injuries. Contact us today at (404) 888-8888 for a free review of your case.
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Filing a Claim within the Deadline
Georgia state statute requires that any driver in an accident that results in the injury or death of anyone involved in a crash with at least $500 of property damage must notify the police as soon as possible. After an accident, a rideshare driver might be hesitant to wait for police because they need to go on to the next fare.
If a driver refuses to wait for the police to arrive at the scene of the crash, this could be considered negligence. It could also be a key piece of evidence that your attorney can use when building your personal injury case.
It’s important to know that when you are involved in an injury accident in which you are considering filing a personal injury claim, you have a limited amount of time to act. According to Georgia’s statute of limitations, accident victims in Georgia have two years to file a claim.
Although this may seem like a long time, gathering evidence, putting together a claim, and negotiating with the insurance company takes time. In addition, you may be suffering from injuries that prevent you from pursuing the claim on your own.
A Johns Creek Uber and Lyft rideshare accident lawyer can help you seek the compensation you deserve and meet all the legal deadlines so you can focus on healing from your injuries and losses.
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Let Us Advocate for Your Right to Seek Compensation
Accidents involving rideshare drivers can be complex, and the team at Bader Scott Injury Lawyers is ready to investigate the many details of the situation to build your case so you can receive the compensation you deserve.
For a free consultation, call us today at (404) 888-8888 to speak with a member of our team.
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