Personal Injury: What To Do If Injured In A Lyft Or Uber Accident

When you need a ride quickly your first thought may be to take an Uber or a Lyft. It only requires a quick press of a button on your cellphone. But, what do you do if you take one and then you are injured in a Lyft or Uber accident?

Everyday more and more people turn to using Lyft and Uber apps instead of taking their own cars and driving places.  Although their services are cheap and convenient, these new ridesharing companies are not immune from car accidents. So, what happens if you are involved in a Lyft or Uber accident?

Due to how new these services are, Lyft or Uber accidents are unique and complex personal injury cases. This, however, does not mean victims injured while taking a Lyft or Uber should not shy away from pursuing a lawsuit as attorneys may be able to get you the compensation you deserve.

Here’s what victims who have been injured in a Lyft or Uber accident can do:

1. Find out what your rights are if you were injured as a passenger, a driver, or a pedestrian. Find a personal injury attorney that is familiar with Uber and Lyft accident cases.
2. Your personal injury attorney will understand the difficulties of making claims with these companies and have methods to contact not only them but their drivers too. Without an attorney, complaining to these companies may leave you in limbo as they’re difficult to contact.
3. These companies consider their drivers to be independent contractors and not employees, which can complicate matters and even deflect liability away from Uber and Lyft. Passengers, however, may still be covered by liability insurance.
4. Go over Uber’s and Lyft’s insurance liability and policies with your attorney. Find out if your state has additional insurance requirements that affect these companies’ policies.
5. Uber and Lyft also do not classify themselves as a car service or a transportation company, which further complicates the cases. What they’re trying to do is to push liability onto their drivers. Consult with your attorney to find out the best way to pursue your case.

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