Boulder City Uber + Lyft Accident Lawyers

One of the most popular forms of transportation available today is ridesharing apps. Companies like Uber and Lyft have vast networks of drivers across multiple states and cities, offering people a ride for a fee. Unfortunately, accidents sometimes occur, and it may be challenging to determine who is responsible.

In many cases, the driver who causes the accident may be held liable. Holding Uber or Lyft liable for accidents caused by their drivers is more difficult as they may be shielded from liability. Even so, you may be able to file an insurance claim through the rideshare company’s liability insurance. Before filing anything, we must assess your damages, including possible economic and non-economic injuries. We will likely need extensive evidence to back up your claims, including records from the hospital, the police, and the ridesharing app.

Get a free, confidential case review from our Uber and Lyft accident attorneys by calling Mitchell Rogers Injury Law at (702) 702-2622.

Who You Can Hold Responsible for a Lyft or Uber Accident

Numerous people might be to blame for vehicle accidents, including Uber or Lyft drivers. Whether you are suing one driver or several, you should talk to an attorney about how to begin your case.

Negligent drivers often cause car accidents, but determining which driver is at fault can be challenging. It is possible that the Uber or Lyft driver involved in the accident is to blame. They often must split their focus between the road and their ridesharing app, making them more prone to collisions.

Another driver other than the Lyft or Uber driver may be responsible. Perhaps you were a passenger in the Uber or Lyft vehicle, and your driver did nothing wrong, but another driver negligently crashed into you. It is also possible that both drivers may have been negligent, and both may be held accountable.

The rideshare companies Uber and Lyft are often shielded from liability in accident cases. Rideshare drivers are independent contractors, not employees, so the company might not be held vicariously liable, barring special circumstances.

Dealing with Insurance After a Lyft or Uber Accident in Boulder City

Car accidents, including those involving rideshare vehicles, are often covered by insurance. As such, injured victims often resort to insurance as a first course of legal action.

First, we can look into filing a third-party claim with the driver’s insurance. If the Uber or Lyft driver had their phone turned off, the rideshare company may consider them to be “off duty,” and their insurance might not apply. In that case, we can file with the driver’s personal insurance.

If the driver was on duty with their rideshare app on and active, Uber or Lyft’s insurance may cover the accident, and our Uber and Lyft accident lawyers can file a claim. However, coverage may vary based on where, when, and how the accident happened.

If a driver is on duty but not matched with a rider when the accident happens, insurance coverage may include $50,000 for bodily injuries and $100,000 for the total accidents. Additionally, the policy may provide $25,000 for property damage.

If the driver was on duty and matched with a rider, meaning they were en route to pick them up or already in the car, the rideshare company’s insurance may provide $1 million in coverage.

Claiming Damages in a Boulder City Uber or Lyft Accident Case

When claiming damages in the initial complaint for your case, we must make sure to include everything. If any losses or injuries are unaccounted for, the jury may not consider them, and you could lose out on financial compensation.

Many of your damages will probably come from monetary costs and expenses. Medical bills, the cost of replacing destroyed personal items, and damaged vehicles are just the tip of the iceberg. Review all your costs with an attorney to make sure everything is accounted for.

Non-economic damages are more subjective because they encompass personal, painful experiences you endured as a direct result of the accident. Physical pain from your injuries, mental distress, psychological injuries, and other painful experiences may be claimed. In many cases, these damages warrant substantial compensation.

Important Records We Need for Your Lyft or Uber Accident Case

To prove your claims for damages, we must have evidence. Some great sources of evidence include various records related to the accident.

First, we should check records from the ridesharing app. If the driver involved in the accident drives for Uber, we should check records from Uber about when the driver was approved to work, whether there was any screening, and how long they have been with the company.

Rideshare records may also indicate when and where the driver picked you up if you were a passenger during the accident. We may get access to these records during the discovery phase of the trial.

We should also get copies of your medical records pertaining to your treatment for injuries from the crash. These records may be useful if the defendant tries to dispute the severity of your injuries or claims you somehow caused them yourself.

Finally, we should review police records if the authorities investigated the accident. While police reports are often inadmissible themselves, they may contain information that leads us to admissible evidence uncovered by law enforcement.

Why You Need a Lawyer

Some people want to save money by handling their legal claims alone, but this is not a good idea. The justice system may be more complicated than you realize, and you might quickly find yourself in over your head.

Your attorney can begin by evaluating your claims to determine if you have a valid cause of action. You might have a strong claim for damages and grounds for a civil lawsuit. Alternatively, your lawyer might feel that an insurance claim or a settlement is a better way to go for your situation.

Your attorney should also help by preparing and filing legal documents and paperwork. While this might seem like a mundane task, it is a crucial part of your case. The legal system relies on documentation and records. If anything is filed incorrectly or contains incorrect information, your entire case could grind to a halt.

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