Lyft Accidents: What Should I Do?
What do I do if I am the passenger in a Lyft accident?
Every time you get into a car, you assume the risk of getting into a car accident. When you are in any type of car accident, the at-fault party should pay for injuries and damages from the incident, but that is often easier said than done!
Similar to getting into your own car, when utilizing a rideshare service, you are still at risk of being involved in a car accident. Lyft does not hire professional drivers, and there is no guarantee you will get to your destination without an accident but they do have large insurance policies to help cover the accidents that happen when a driver is on duty. As a passenger in a Lyft accident, it is hard to know who the at-fault party is. If you have been involved in a Lyft accident, make sure to take these important steps to ensure that you get the compensation that you deserve.
When you are injured in a Lyft accident
- Call 911. If anyone needs immediate medical help, a 911 dispatcher can help to quickly get the medical help you need. They will also ensure that police collect an accident report, which is crucial for your legal case.
- If the situation permits, speak with the driver, other passengers, and witnesses. It is important to get their statements regarding how the accident happened. Make sure to get everyone’s information, especially the Lyft driver and other drivers involved in the accident.
- Take pictures. It is easy now with smartphones to get pictures from the accident. This will help recreate the scene—providing evidence and other factors that impacted the incident.
If your Lyft driver was responsible
If your driver is found responsible for the car accident, you will likely seek compensation from their private insurance provider. If the insurance company denies the claims or if they simply can’t pay for all of it, then you will likely engage Lyft in the legal process. Lyft has a $1 million liability coverage that protects Lyft passengers who were injured as an on-duty passenger.
However, Lyft does not pay out easily; which is one of the many reasons why getting a California Lyft accident lawyer from Daneshrad Law will benefit you. Simply put, we know how to win these cases.
Call Daneshrad Law before talking to insurance companies
Insurance companies want to pay out as little compensation as possible in settlements. If they call you, you should refer them to your attorney. Insurance companies will try and get you to say things that they will later use against you to reduce your financial compensation from the accident. They will tell you that you only deserve compensation for a portion of your medical bills when really you deserve full compensation for medical bills, loss of wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Contact an Experienced Lyft Accident Lawyer TODAY
If you or someone you love was involved in a Lyft accident anywhere in California, we can help. Our clients are our number one priority. We will work with you and the insurance companies to ensure you get the settlement necessary to recover financially and move forward with your life. Call our office today to speak with an experienced lawyer about your claim today! Call 888.881.DLAW, and remember, you won’t pay us anything until we win your case! Take legal action now and call today to learn more!
