Uber and Lyft, the largest rideshare companies in the U.S., have become incredibly popular for the convenient, affordable transportation services they provide. Unfortunately, for all their convenience, these rideshare companies can be a nightmare to deal with when you are involved in a crash. They will fight tooth and nail to minimize the value of your claim. That’s why you need a skilled Albany Uber and Lyft accident lawyer to fight for your best interests.
At the Law Offices of William F. Underwood, III, P.C., we know how challenging everyday tasks can be when you’ve suffered serious injuries in an accident. We will work hard to support your recovery and take the stress of pursuing a complex Uber or Lyft accident claim off your shoulders. Our attorneys will take the time to meet with you face-to-face and get to know you and your needs and goals. We are always available to answer questions and keep you updated so you have the peace of mind knowing that your claim is in capable hands.
Contact us for a free initial consultation with a knowledgeable Albany Uber and Lyft accident lawyer. These is no charge for us to start work on your case, and you only pay us if we recover payment for you.
Understanding Who Is Responsible for an Uber or Lyft Accident
Depending on the circumstances of the Uber or Lyft accident you were involved in, different parties may be liable and different levels of insurance coverage may be available. For example, the following circumstances could affect your options for obtaining financial recovery.
If the Uber or Lyft driver was on duty with a passenger
If a Lyft or Uber driver causes an accident with a paying passenger in the vehicle, Georgia law requires rideshare companies to offer insurance coverage of at least $1 million per accident for death, bodily injury, and/or property damage.
If the driver was on the way to pick up a passenger
The $1 million insurance policy requirement also applies when a Lyft or Uber driver has accepted a ride request and is driving to pick up the passenger.
If the driver was on duty but waiting on a fare
When an Uber or Lyft driver is logged into the mobile app and is awaiting a ride request from a passenger, Georgia law requires rideshare companies to offer insurance coverage of $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident of bodily injury/death liability coverage, and $50,000 per accident of property damage coverage.
If the driver was not on duty and not logged into the app
If a Lyft or Uber driver is not logged into the rideshare mobile app, then the driver’s personal auto insurance policy would apply when the driver causes an accident.
If another driver hits your Uber or Lyft
If you are riding in an Uber or Lyft as a passenger and another driver hits your vehicle, you would look to the at-fault driver and his or her insurance company for coverage for your injuries.
Pursuing Compensation After a Rideshare Accident in Albany
Our experienced attorneys can help you evaluate and document the full extent of your losses after an Albany rideshare accident. This could include payment for:
- Medical treatment expenses, including hospital bills, surgeries, prescriptions, and physical rehab
- Lost income from the time you miss from work while recovering from the injuries you suffered in a rideshare accident
- Loss of future earning capacity due to disabilities caused by your injuries
- Loss of quality of life caused by extensive scarring/disfigurement from your injuries, or by physical disabilities that interfere with your daily living
- Physical pain and emotional distress
You cannot trust an insurance company to assess your claim and offer a fair settlement right off the bat. The rideshare companies and insurance adjusters only want to pay out as little as possible. To purse the full compensation you deserve, you need a skilled Albany car accident lawyer who has successfully handled these types of cases.
How Long Do You Have to File an Uber/Lyft Accident Lawsuit?
If you were involved in a Lyft or Uber accident, Georgia’s statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of the wreck to file a personal injury lawsuit to pursue compensation from the liable party. This may seem like plenty of time, but you need a lawyer as soon as possible after a crash to begin preserving evidence and documenting your losses. Working with an attorney from the beginning will also prevent you from accidentally saying or doing something that could hurt your case.
How an Albany Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer Can Help
Although Uber and Lyft are required by Georgia law to provide insurance coverage for accidents caused by their drivers, pursuing compensation after a collision is not easy. Let an Albany rideshare accident lawyer from our firm help you demand the compensation you need for your recovery by:
- Thoroughly investigating the accident, recovering evidence such as police reports, accident scene photos, vehicle damage reports, surveillance/traffic camera footage, and eyewitness statements
- Reviewing the evidence, including with the assistance of accident reconstruction experts, when necessary, to determine how the crash occurred and who can be held liable
- Filing your claim with the at-fault parties and insurance companies and then handling all communications on your behalf so that you can stay focused on treating your injuries
- Negotiating for a fair and full settlement or preparing your case for trial if a settlement cannot be reached
Talk to an Albany Lyft and Uber Accident Lawyer Now
If you have been hurt in an accident involving a Lyft or Uber vehicle, contact the Law Offices of William F. Underwood, III, P.C., today for a free case evaluation. Let us put our experience to work for you.
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