Rideshare cars are such a popular mode of transport, so much so that they are involved in many auto accidents. For injuries sustained as a pedestrian, passenger, or other driver, you can seek compensation after an Uber or Lyft accident with our help.
Rideshare insurance covers accidents when the app is on, while the driver’s personal insurance policy for their vehicle covers accidents when the app is off. Always call 911 after a rideshare accident, and let officers gather information from all involved parties if you are badly injured. We can track medical damages, lost wages, and non-economic damages on your behalf and seek them in full by filing a lawsuit.
You can call our Uber and Lyft accident lawyers of the Rhatigan Law Offices at (312) 578-8502 for a free case evaluation.
Uber + Lyft Car Accident Scenarios
Depending on the specific rideshare accident scenario, different coverages apply. Uber and Lyft’s insurance only covers injuries in certain situations; otherwise, the drivers would be liable through their personal liability insurance.
The Driver is Completing a Ride
If the driver is completing a ride, Uber and Lyft’s liability insurance covers up to $1 million in damages per accident. This coverage is not just for rideshare passengers, but also for other drivers, pedestrians, or passengers of other cars involved in an accident.
The Driver is En Route to Pick Up a Rider
If the driver is en route to pick up a rider, the same $1 million per accident applies.
The App is On, and the Driver is Available for Rides
If the app is on and the driver is able to accept a ride during an accident, rideshare insurance covers $50,000 per person for bodily injury, $100,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 per accident for property damage.
The App is Off
If the app is off, the driver’s personal liability insurance for their own vehicle would apply. It could help cover your damages instead of the rideshare company’s insurance.
Uber + Lyft Accident FAQs
Should You Call 911 After an Uber or Lyft Accident?
You should call the police after a car accident, but you must immediately notify law enforcement if a rideshare crash results in injury, death, or over $1,500 in property damage.
How Do You Report an Accident to Uber or Lyft?
We can help you report an accident to Lyft, Uber, or another rideshare company by submitting a report through the app on your phone and using your account.
Should You Go to the Hospital After a Lyft or Uber Accident?
You should go to the hospital immediately following a rideshare accident if you are in any pain. Internal injuries from seatbelts during high-impact accidents are common for backseat passengers, and these injuries may not be obvious or painful right away.
What Pictures Should You Take After an Uber Accident?
If you are injured as a passenger, photograph the Uber or Lyft driver’s car and all other involved vehicles. Take as many photos as you can and from as many different angles as possible, and give them all to us when our Uber and Lyft accident lawyers start working on your case.
What Are the Top Causes of Uber and Lyft Accidents?
Some of the top causes of Uber and Lyft driving are speeding, aggressive driving, distracted driving, and drowsy driving. Drowsy driving is especially common at night after long hours behind the wheel without breaks.
What Are the Top Kinds of Uber and Lyft Accidents?
Some of the most common types of collisions involving Uber and Lyft drivers include rear-end accidents, T-bone collisions at intersections, pedestrian accidents, and sideswipe accidents caused by negligent lane changes.
What Are Common Rideshare Accident Injuries?
Whiplash and other neck injuries, broken bones, head injuries, internal injuries, back injuries, and lacerations are all common among rideshare and backseat passengers.
Whose Information Should You Get After a Lyft Accident?
Right after the crash, gather information on all the drivers involved, as you may not know who is at fault just yet. The app should also keep a record of the driver’s information, which we can locate for you.
How Can You Keep Track of Lyft or Uber Accident Damages?
We can help you keep track of your damages from a Lyft or Uber accident by monitoring all medical bills from treatment, lost wages from your inability to work, and non-economic damages from pain and suffering.
What is the Statute of Limitations for Uber and Lyft Accident Cases?
The statute of limitations for Uber and Lyft accident lawsuits in Illinois is 2 years, with the date of accrual being the date of injury in most cases.
What Compensatory Damages Can You Get After an Uber or Lyft Accident?
You can recover all compensatory damages after an Uber or Lyft accident, and this includes economic or non-economic losses incurred due to the collision. You may recover more by filing a lawsuit rather than quickly settling an insurance claim.
Why Do You Need a Rideshare Accident Lawyer in Illinois?
You can benefit from having a rideshare accident lawyer explain how to get compensation from Uber or Lyft, clarify when rideshare companies bear liability and when they do not, and gather compelling evidence that proves who is at fault and what damages they are liable for.
When Should You Get a Rideshare Accident Lawyer in Illinois?
You should have our lawyers start working on your case as soon as possible after a rideshare accident, as your damages may be great and ongoing and require swift compensation. Getting this compensation requires evidence of liability, and the most accessible and reliable evidence is available right after a crash, such as witness statements.
Call Us About Illinois Uber + Lyft Accidents
Get a free case review from the Uber and Lyft accident lawyers at Rhatigan Law Offices by calling us today at (312) 578-8502.
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