Numerous reasons exist to sue Lyft if you suffered an injury in an accident their driver caused. Though the process is not simple and requires several key steps, you certainly have the right to seek compensation for the losses you can show were related to the actions of the company.
At Zinda Law Group, our Beaumont Uber & Lyft rideshare accident lawyer will work with you to hold the rideshare company accountable for the losses they have caused you.
Situations Where Lyft May Be Responsible for the Accident and Injuries
Lyft is a rideshare company that does not own the vehicles that provide services to their customers. Instead, the company hires independent contractors who pick up and drive customers from one area to another.
There are various instances in which Lyft may be responsible for what happens with its drivers.
One of the most common situations relates to the rideshare company not hiring a safe driver. Since the onboarding process for becoming an independent contractor is not as invasive or extensive as some may think, the company may not know all it should about the people it hires. That could put people in danger if they allow an unsafe driver to operate their vehicles.
Lyft may be responsible for the actions of their drivers in a variety of ways. For example, that may include if the driver is speeding, intoxicated behind the wheel, or not licensed. Because of the complexity of these cases, it is essential that you speak to a rideshare attorney to help you with this process.
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Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationLimitations on When Lyft May Be Responsible
Lyft may be responsible for the actions of its drivers in situations where the person is providing an actual service to the company. If Lyft is not engaged in providing a ride to a passenger logged into the app to do so, then Lyft may not be responsible. The only time that Lyft is liable then is if the following apply:
- The driver is logged into the Lyft app and waiting to provide a request to a customer
- The driver is waiting to pick up a passenger
- The driver is in the act of transporting the passenger
If an accident occurs when any of these specific factors exist, Lyft has liability insurance to cover those losses you suffer with their insurance resources for Lyft drivers. In situations where your incident occurs outside of these periods, you may not be able to apply the liability coverage directly to Lyft. However, the driver may still be responsible at that point for the losses you have incurred.
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Partner
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Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationThe Lyft Driver May Also Be at Fault
There are some situations where the Lyft driver and the company may share responsibility for your injuries. In that situation, both may be obligated to provide compensation for the losses you have. Some examples of when the Lyft drivers themselves may be at least partially at fault include:
- Reckless driving
- Failure to yield to another driver
- Aggressive driving
- Intoxicated driving
- Road rage-related incidents
- Driving while fatigued
- Distracted driving
In these situations, the victim still has the ability to seek financial compensation for the losses they have, but it may require seeking a claim against the driver and Lyft itself. With the help of a Lyft car accident attorney, it may be possible to recover any damages you have.
Seek out the help you need from an attorney ready to hold all of those parties that caused your injuries accountable and review our prior case results to see how we help people just like you.
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Attorney
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Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationTypes of Injuries You May Experience in a Lyft Accident
Any type of rideshare accident can lead to numerous losses for victims depending on the type of accident, the rate of speed, the vehicles involved, and much more.
After such an accident, seek medical care and continue to receive the care you need. In situations of serious injuries, including the following, it is best to also speak to a rideshare accident attorney:
- Broken or fractured bones
- Head and neck injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries, including paralysis or nerve damage
- Amputations and disfigurement
- Burns
- Internal organ injuries
- Muscle and soft tissue injuries
As your Lyft car accident attorney, our legal team will pursue full damages for any of these injuries, including coverage for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
With an attorney, you have an advocate dedicated to pursuing your best possible recovery of any of these damages. Set up a free consultation with our attorneys now to learn more about your case and your legal options.
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Attorney
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Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationHow to Recover Damages After a Lyft Accident
After a Lyft accident, gather any information you can about the party that is responsible (including statements from witnesses, photos, and the name and contact information of the Lyft driver). From there, get medical care as expected and reach out to our Lyft car accident attorney for help with the following:
- Documenting all of the injuries you have
- Outlining all of the actual losses you have, including medical costs and pain and suffering
- Pursue a comprehensive claim to the insurance company directly
- Negotiate the fair compensation owed with Lyft’s insurance providers as applicable
- Pursue full compensation through a lawsuit if Lyft will not pay the damages they owe you
There are times when it may be necessary to seek out a lawsuit and go to court to fight for your damages in a Lyft case, but this rarely occurs.
Instead, our Lyft car accident attorneys will work with you to build a strong case with outstanding evidence and documentation of your losses. We fight for a full and fair settlement for any of the losses you have, and our FAQs section can help you understand more about your case.
Seek Out a Free Consultation with Our Lyft Accident Attorney Now
You may be able to sue Lyft after an injury from an accident and you can show that Lyft did not do what it should have done to keep you safe.
These are not the simplest of cases, and insurance companies will try to reduce the compensation paid to you in any way they can. For these reasons, you can put our Lyft car accident attorneys at Zinda Law Group to work for you.
Jason Aldridge
Attorney
We have successfully represented clients in a wide variety of cases across the country.
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