If you were injured due to someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Contact one of our experienced lawyers at (561) 293-2600 for legal advice and representation.
People choose ridesharing options like Lyft as a way to safely get from one place to another. Whether they’re intoxicated or not a driver themselves, they rely on the ridesharing service to get them where they need to go safely.
Unfortunately, even the safest of Lyft drivers can cause an accident. Filing a lawsuit against a Lyft driver, however, can be much more complex than a regular car accident claim. Osborne & Francis is here to walk you through the process and get you the compensation you need to pay for your damages.
To learn more about Lyft accidents and how we can help you, contact us online or at (561) 293-2600.
So you've been in a car accident. What happens next? There are many things that you should do but here are the three most important:
Number One: See a doctor immediately.
A broken bone is easy to see, but some injuries are not. The most common injuries from car accidents happen in the neck, back, or head. The only way to diagnose and treat them is by seeing a doctor. A doctor can help ease the pain, provide medication, reassure you of how your injury may impact your daily life, and tell you what not to do to make it worse.
A visit to the doctor can also give you legally protected time off to recover and rest your body after an accident, and it documents and provides the evidence you may need for your case. Even a five-mile-per-hour car accident can cause a serious injury. So whether you've had a severe accident or a minor collision, see a doctor. And if you don't have medical insurance, let us know and we'll make sure that you receive the proper care.
Number Two: Write everything down.
Even if it seems small, during times of stress or injury it is common to forget the little details. Make sure you keep note of the pain that you're in. With neck, back, and head injuries, sometimes simple activities such as walking up the stairs or picking up a toddler may cause severe pain.
You may not be sleeping well at night. Documenting how much you sleep and how often you wake up due to pain is also very important. And lastly, if you have any cuts or bruises, take daily photos as you heal. This will provide visual evidence of the injuries that you've suffered.
Number Three: Do not speak to an insurance company until you've spoken to a lawyer.
Please understand that the insurance adjuster works for a billion-dollar corporation and not for you. Their interests are solely for their insurance company, and their goal is to provide you with the least amount of financial settlement as quickly as possible. When you do speak with them, remember they will record the conversation. Why do they do this? Because they've been trained to ask questions that may confuse you. So talk to us before you talk to them.
So remember: See a doctor, document everything, and call us before calling the insurance company for your free private consultation. We are here for you. Real tough lawyers fighting real tough issues.
Lyft drivers are human, so the causes are often the same as regular car accidents. However, more accidents may be caused by distracted driving. This is because Lyft drivers are encouraged to use their phones while driving to reply to potential rides, accept rides, and more.
Lyft drivers may also speed or drive more aggressively than other drivers as a way to get their passengers where they need to go faster. If they drive faster, they get better tips and can offer more rides.
Other causes of Lyft accidents include:
In the state of Florida, there were approximately 340,000 motor vehicle accidents in 2020. A study completed by the American Association for the Advancement of Science in 2018 found that ridesharing services could be responsible for a 3% increase in fatal accidents across the country.
Because Orlando is a city with a lot of tourists, there may be more Lyft drivers on the road. This could lead to an increase in accidents as well, especially if Lyft drivers drive recklessly or speed to get tourists where they want to go as fast as they can.
Depending on the type of accident you were in, your case may be different.
If you’re the driver of another vehicle and were hit by a Lyft driver, you may be able to sue the Lyft driver and the company to recover damages.
If you’re the passenger of a Lyft, you also may be able to sue the driver and Lyft to recover damages. These types of lawsuits can be more complex, especially if the passenger doesn’t carry their own insurance. This is often the case in those who don’t drive.
Lyft is a unique system, and therefore the status of the driver’s app plays a huge role in your lawsuit. Within the app, drivers are required to set their status to “online” when they’re ready to drive. The amount of insurance coverage that they have changes based on what their status is and whether or not they have a passenger on-board.
Lyft’s insurance coverage for drivers is as follows:
When the app is on but they don’t currently have a passenger:
When the app is on and they’re en route to pick up a passenger or a passenger is on board:
If you’ve been involved in a Lyft accident, it’s important to take the following steps after your accident:
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Money can be incredibly stressful after a Lyft accident, but we’re here to help. We’ll work diligently to ensure that you get enough compensation for your damages. You can recover two types of damages from a Lyft accident, economic and non-economic.
Economic damages include Past and future medical bills, Past and future lost wages, and Lost earning capacity.
Non-economic damages include Pain and suffering, Emotional distress, Disfigurement and scarring, and Loss of consortium.
If you or a loved one was injured in a Lyft accident, it’s time to seek compensation. To schedule a free case evaluation or learn more about how Osborne & Francis can help you, contact us online or at (561) 293-2600.
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