Greenville Lyft Accident Lawyer
Lyft and other rideshare companies have revolutionized the transportation industry. They’re convenient and cost effective, but not without risk. Lyft accidents happen and are often quite serious. If you’re injured in an accident caused by a Lyft driver, the claims process is complex and challenging. Having knowledgeable legal representation on your side is a huge advantage. Consult with an experienced Greenville, South Carolina, Lyft accident attorney today.
Understanding Lyft Accidents
Here are some key points to keep in mind relating to Lyft accidents:
- Although they get paid to transport people, Lyft drivers are not professional drivers and are not required to have a commercial driver’s license (CDL).
- Lyft drivers accept an immense responsibility for the safety of their passengers and everyone else on the road. At the same time, they are faced with numerous challenges, including interacting with the app behind the wheel, locating pickup and drop-off spots, navigating potentially unfamiliar areas, spotting waiting passengers, and more.
- Lyft drivers’ pay is based on trips they complete. This can prompt some drivers to cut safety corners in an effort to complete more trips.
- Lyft drivers who push the regulations regarding limitations on hours spent behind the wheel are more vulnerable to dangerous, drowsy driving.
The Matter of Insurance Coverage
If you’ve been injured by a Lyft driver’s negligence, determining which insurance company your claim should be filed with can be confusing. Understanding the following basics can help:
- If you are injured as a Lyft passenger or are injured by a Lyft driver who has a passenger or is on the way to pick one up, you’ll file your claim with Lyft’s insurance provider.
- If you are injured by a Lyft driver who is on the app but is standing by – waiting for their next passenger to be assigned – you’ll file your claim with the driver’s personal provider. Lyft’s coverage will kick in at the point that the driver’s personal policy is depleted.
- If the Lyft driver isn’t on the app when the accident happens - even if they just toggled off - Lyft’s provider will play no role. You’ll file your claim with the driver’s personal policy, just as you would after any other negligence-based traffic accident.
The more serious the Lyft accident, the more likely it is that you’ll need to file two separate claims – one with the driver’s provider and one with Lyft.
An Experienced Greenville Lyft Accident Attorney Is on Your Side
The focused Lyft accident attorneys at Fulton Barr Attorneys At Law in Greenville, South Carolina, take immense pride in their reputation for providing fierce advocacy in support of their valued clients’ rights and rightful compensation. The outcome of your claim is important to your recovery, and to your future, so please don’t wait to reach out and contact us online or call 864-235-3154 for more information about what we can do to help you today.
