Uber and Lyft have quickly grown to become top on the list of the most widely used rideshare services on the planet. Both have user-friendly mobile apps, charge some of the lowest rates, and are extremely ubiquitous in Atlanta, Georgia. However, their drivers can still be involved in traffic accidents, even if it’s through no fault of their own.
Most people assume ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft are safer than other types of transportation, but a growing number of plaintiffs in lawsuits have been victims of ridesharing accidents. If you’ve been injured or a loved one has been killed in a ridesharing accident in Georgia, you want a car accident lawyer in Atlanta to protect your rights.
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Are Uber and Lyft Safer Than Driving Yourself?
Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft are a safer option than driving when you know you’ll be drinking or in other less-than-ideal circumstances. However, rideshare drivers are just as likely to get into accidents as any other driver behind the wheel.
Rideshare drivers don’t receive any special training to transport people. If you get into an accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you will want a dedicated Atlanta personal injury lawyer to help with your case or represent you in a court of law.
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Compensation for Uber or Lyft Accidents in Atlanta
In Atlanta, the current laws regarding Uber and Lyft accidents do not guarantee this technology provider is liable for injuries or damages that take place in their drivers’ vehicles. It may become difficult for you to hold the company accountable for any mishaps that involve their vehicles. You might, therefore, find yourself in a dilemma when pursuing compensation.
The personal injury attorneys at Bader Scott Injury Lawyers are committed to helping anyone who has been injured or who has suffered losses in a rideshare accident. We exhaust the available legal options that other Uber accident lawyers may not understand and ensure that your case is successful.
With the help of a qualified, dedicated attorney, you can expect to receive compensation for economic and non-economic damages covering a broad range of areas, including:
- Emergency medical transportation and care
- Hospital visits and associated fees
- Extended hospital accommodation charges
- Pain and suffering incurred
- Loss of wages over the duration of personal injury
- Wrongful death
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How Do I Report an Accident With a Lyft or Uber Driver?
In the event of any emergency, you should always call 911 to get medical care and an accident report. However, both rideshare companies have in-app safety features that allow you to report an accident directly to the provider. To report an accident, simply go to the app, and their customer care team will begin the claims process. You should also contact a personal injury attorney from our team to protect your rights.
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Will Uber’s or Lyft’s Insurance Policy Cover Your Accident?
Though rideshare drivers are independent contractors, passengers who are injured won’t be compensated through the driver’s personal insurance company. The driver’s insurance company only covers them if they are off the app when an accident happens. It may cover an accident that occurs when the driver has matched with a rider and is on their way to pick them up. If the insurer refuses to cover the accident, Uber’s contingent coverage kicks in. The contingent coverage is $50,000 bodily injury coverage per person and $100,000 per accident.
If the rideshare driver has a passenger in the vehicle, the passenger is covered for up to one million dollars through Uber’s and Lyft’s insurance companies. If multiple people are injured in the accident, you will need to split that $1 million.
In the event that the accident is the fault of another driver, not the Lyft or Uber driver, you’re also covered. What if you’re injured by an Uber driver when you’re not a passenger? You can file with the rideshare company’s insurance policy. A personal injury lawyer can go over your options with you.
Call us today to determine what insurer covers your injuries.
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What Happens if You Get in an Accident While Driving for Uber?
If you were driving for Uber or Lyft when you got into an accident, who pays depends on who caused the accident and whether you were “on the app.” Uber does provide insurance for drivers, but that insurance covers injuries they cause while “on the app.” If another driver caused your accident, you file a claim with their insurer. If the negligent driver was uninsured, Uber/Lyft offers uninsured motorist coverage that you can use for your injuries and losses.
This is complicated. If you were injured in an accident, our team can help you determine what insurance policy applies. Call today to get help from our Lyft and Uber accident lawyers.
What to Do After an Accident With a Rideshare Vehicle
Whether you’re a passenger, a pedestrian, or in another car, after an Uber or Lyft accident, your next steps should be the same as any other crash. Take pictures of any damage. Try to commit to memory details of the crash. After that, keep a close record of any medical bills and take pictures of visible injuries. You should also hire a personal injury lawyer.
Compensable Injuries in a Rideshare Accident
You can recover compensation for all types of injuries after an accident. Some common injuries we see include:
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Lacerations
- Internal injuries
- Chest injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
We can fight for compensation for any type of serious or catastrophic injury after a rideshare accident.
We Handle Cases With No Upfront Fees
Our personal injury law firm takes rideshare accident cases on a contingency-fee basis. You pay no upfront fees and only pay our attorney’s fees if we recover compensation for you.
Get Help from Our Lyft and Uber Accident Lawyers
The rideshare accident attorneys at Bader Scott Injury Lawyers have the experience and legal knowledge to file a satisfactory claim before a court of law. If you have been involved in an Uber or Lyft accident in Atlanta, GA, call to schedule an appointment with us today to explore your options for compensation.
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