Uber and Lyft vehicles transport passengers, but the drivers don’t require any special license to do so. Unfortunately, sometimes these drivers behave unsafely behind the wheel, putting passengers and others on the road at risk. This is especially true when Uber and Lyft drivers are distracted by the app and not paying attention to the road, or are fatigued from working too long.
When an Uber or Lyft driver causes a crash to occur, those who have been harmed have a right to make a damage claim and recover compensation. Unfortunately, things can become complicated because Uber and Lyft provide third-party insurance coverage.
The St Paul accident lawyers at Goldenberg Lauricella, PLLC, understand the ins and outs of these complex claims, and we are ready to help rideshare accident victims get the justice they deserve. Give us a call today at (612) 333-4662 to talk with a St. Paul Uber and Lyft accident lawyer to learn more about how we can help you.
What Are Your Rights After A Lyft or Uber Accident in St Paul, MN?
If you were hurt or your loved one was killed in a crash with a rideshare driver, you have the right to recover compensation for your losses if you can show the driver was to blame.
You will have to show that the driver was unreasonably negligent or violated the rules of the road. If the driver was speeding and caused your crash, for example, this safety violation creates a presumption that they were negligent and should be held liable for losses.
When you are making a claim against a rideshare driver, you should know that Uber and Lyft both provide third-party insurance that’s in effect when the driver is:
- Logged into the app, waiting for a passenger
- En route to pick up a passenger
- Driving a passenger around.
If the driver is simply in their car but not actively on the app, though, then Uber and Lyft offer no coverage.
If you are making a claim against Uber and Lyft’s insurer, these big-name insurance companies often do their best to pay as little as possible — and there are extra complexities to navigate due to the third-party coverage.
There are also differences in the policy limits of Uber and Lyft’s coverage depending on whether you were hurt as a passenger (or by a driver with passengers) or by someone who was just waiting to pick someone up.
Goldenberg Lauricella, PLLC, understands the specific rules applied in these situations, and our firm will help you take the right legal steps to pursue justice.
How Can A St. Paul Uber And Lyft Accident Lawyer Help You?
At Goldenberg Lauricella, PLLC, our legal team has represented rideshare crash victims for a very long time.
- We understand third-party insurance coverage provided by Uber and Lyft, and when it
applies to you. - We help you identify all defendants who could be liable for losses, including the driver, the rideshare company, and other vehicles on the road
- We can negotiate a settlement with big-name insurance companies
- We are prepared and ready to fight for you in court when necessary to get the justice you deserve
From gathering evidence to identifying defendants to proving the extent of your losses, we’ll be there at every step. We have been representing crash victims in St Paul personal injury claims since 1986 and know how to navigate the legal system to get justice for you.
Contact Goldenberg Lauricella, Pllc, Today For Help After Your Rideshare Accident
Don’t try to manage your claim alone when you are dealing with a rideshare company’s insurer. Reach out today to schedule a free consultation with a St. Paul Uber and Lyft accident lawyer to find out how we can fight for you.