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Rideshare accident cases are much different than accident cases that involve two passenger vehicles. This is because there are usually multiple parties involved, which means multiple insurance policies and insurance providers.
Lyft drivers are considered independent contractors and are not direct employees of the rideshare company. However, the rideshare company does have insurance coverage that protects drivers and injured third parties, in some circumstances.
If you were injured in an accident due to a negligent Lyft driver, you may be able to recover money from the driver, their insurer, and Lyft. Who can be held financially responsible for your damages will depend on what the Lyft driver’s status was at the time of the collision.
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However, rideshare insurance is considered secondary coverage. You will still need to look to the rideshare driver and their insurance provider first. If your damages exceed what you can recover from them you can file a claim with Lyft.
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If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident or have been injured by another party in some other way, we are here to stand up for your rights. Our personal injury attorneys have been representing injury victims and their families in Long Island and throughout the nation since the early 1980s.
Like any type of motor vehicle collision, a Lyft accident can result in debilitating, expensive, and painful injuries. At Parker Waichman LLP, our Lyft accident attorneys can help you pursue compensation that can cover the cost of your accident-related damages, including:
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Our legal team will work with experts to determine the future costs of medical treatment to ensure you pursue every penny of compensation you’re owed. These experts may include life care planners, economists, forensic accountants, physical therapists, surgeons, and more.
If you’ve decided to pursue compensation for the damages you incurred in a Lyft accident that was caused by a negligent driver and you want to maximize the compensation you receive, you should hire a Lyft accident lawyer. The time following an accident can be stressful and hectic. If you decide to handle the case yourself, you may not know what your damages are worth or how to go about recovering the full compensation you’re owed. A Lyft accident lawyer on our legal team will know how to assess your damages to ensure you recover full compensation.
When you hire an experienced and knowledgeable Lyft accident lawyer they will fully investigate your accident to uncover the truth and identify all liable parties.
A claims adjuster knows how to take advantage of a difficult situation and get the results that are in their best interest. Insurance companies will do anything they can to deny a claim or minimize payout. They may even harass you, calling several times a day and giving you a deadline to accept their offer.
Hiring a Lyft accident attorney at Parker Waichman LLP to represent you will level the playing field. Our legal team will work tirelessly to negotiate the fair settlement you’re owed and will be prepared to represent you in court if a settlement agreement cannot be reached.
While most rideshare accident cases are settled out of court, if Lyft, the driver, or their insurer refuses to make a reasonable settlement offer, we will be well-prepared to take your case to trial and fight for your right to fair compensation before a judge and jury.
Once a lawsuit has been filed, most insurance companies are more willing to make a reasonable settlement offer. They do not want to risk having to pay more in court.
If you were involved in a motor vehicle collision that was caused by a negligent Lyft driver, contact Parker Waichman LLP today to schedule a free consultation. You can meet with an experienced car accident lawyer and learn how they can help you recover the fair compensation you deserve for an accident that was caused by the negligence of another.
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