California Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer
California Uber and Lyft Accident Attorney
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft offer transportation to tens of thousands of California residents every day, and these services have also created an accessible way for many people to earn extra money by working as rideshare drivers. However, rideshare accidents happen for the same reasons as all other vehicle accidents. If you or a family member has been injured in such an accident, you need to speak with a California Uber and Lyft accident lawyer.
Representing Victims of Rideshare Accidents Throughout California
The attorneys at Easton & Easton have extensive experience representing injured clients throughout California, and our team has successfully resolved many rideshare accident claims for past clients. When a rideshare accident happens, an injured victim will need to prove fault for the incident, identify the parties responsible, and then show the full extent of the damages they suffered in order to recover from the incident.
With our team’s assistance, you can approach this process with understanding and peace of mind. Trust your California Uber and Lyft accident lawyer to gather the evidence you will need to firmly establish liability for the accident. Our team will carefully review the details of your situation to identify all the various damages you are eligible to claim, and we can explain the options you have for recovering these losses.
Ultimately, a rideshare accident case can be more challenging to resolve than a standard vehicle accident case in several ways, but the right attorney on your side can dramatically increase your chances of success. Our firm has confronted major insurance carriers on behalf of past clients and helped them build strong personal injury cases to ensure their recoveries. We’ll put this experience to work for you and guide you to the recovery you deserve.
Proving Fault for a Rideshare Accident in California
The fault rule applies to every vehicle accident case in California. This means that if you were recently injured in any type of accident, you must prove fault for the accident before you can recover any compensation for the losses you suffered. The right attorney can make this process much easier, gathering evidence and witness testimony that you may not know how to secure on your own.
Most of the vehicle accidents reported throughout California each year are the result of driver negligence or failure to exercise reasonable care behind the wheel. Distracted driving, moving violations, and speeding are just a few examples of how rideshare accidents can happen. Accidents may also occur when drivers break the law, such as by driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Liability for your accident may fall to the driver of your rideshare vehicle if you were injured as a passenger or you may have been hit by a rideshare driver while driving your own vehicle. An experienced California personal injury lawyer will be a crucial asset for firmly establishing fault, and once fault is proven, they can explain the steps you will need to take to recover your losses.
Understanding Rideshare Company Insurance
California law requires rideshare companies to have additional insurance coverage, and these companies require every driver to have their own auto insurance that complies with California’s minimum insurance coverage requirements. If you were harmed in a rideshare accident, it is possible that you will need to file a claim against an individual driver’s auto insurance policy, but the rideshare company’s insurance may also apply to your case.
Rideshare company insurance works at different levels depending on the timing of an accident. Both Uber and Lyft, the two biggest rideshare companies operating in California, have virtually identical insurance policies. When a rideshare driver is not logged into their driver app, their own insurance applies if they cause an accident. Once they are marked as available for a ride request from a passenger, the first level of the rideshare company’s insurance comes into effect.
If the rideshare driver’s own insurance does not apply, the first level of rideshare insurance coverage can provide up to $50,000 to cover bodily injuries to a single person, up to $100,000 per accident bodily injury liability coverage to multiple persons, and up to $25,000 per accident for property damage coverage. Once the driver has picked up a passenger, the second tier of coverage can provide up to $1 million in third-party liability coverage.
Dealing with insurance carriers after any vehicle accident can be challenging, but this is especially true after rideshare accidents. Your California Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can help you navigate the complex insurance claim filing process you are likely to face, and they will do everything they can to help you maximize your recovery. If insurance will not fully cover your losses, you will need to prepare a personal injury suit against the driver who caused the accident.
Recovering With a Personal Injury Case
The main goal of any personal injury case in California is for the injured victim to prove fault for their damages and hold the at-fault party accountable for the compensation they need to recover. A successful personal injury case after a rideshare accident may yield compensation for property losses, medical expenses, lost income, and your pain and suffering. It is also possible to recover compensation for anticipated losses, such as lost future earning power.
The team at Easton & Easton can help you compile the evidence and witness testimony you will need in order to prove liability for your rideshare accident. Trust our team to guide you through each step of your recovery process, helping to file insurance claims, resolve disputes raised by insurance carriers, and build a cohesive personal injury suit if necessary to ensure your recovery.
It is important to act quickly after any accident and start working toward your recovery. The support of an experienced team of California Uber and Lyft accident lawyers will be a tremendous asset for your case. As soon as you reach out to Easton & Easton, we can begin helping you recover.
FAQs
How Can I Prove Fault for an Uber or Lyft Accident?
You can prove fault for an Uber or Lyft accident with various types of evidence. The police report from the crash, traffic camera footage, if available, and drivers’ cell phone records commonly come into play in these cases. Witness testimony is also valuable. Your California Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can assist you with gathering the evidence you will need to prove fault for your accident and hold the correct party responsible for your damages.
Is the Rideshare Company Liable for an Accident in California?
Yes, it is possible for a rideshare company to be liable for an accident in California. If they did not properly vet a driver or perform a required background check and the driver causes an accident, the rideshare company can face vicarious liability for the accident the driver caused. California law also requires rideshare companies to have additional insurance coverage that covers damages caused by their drivers.
How Does Comparative Fault Work in California Accident Cases?
Comparative fault comes into play in California accident cases when multiple parties share liability for an accident. Each liable party is assigned a percentage of fault based on their level of contribution to causing the accident. In the event a plaintiff is assigned a percentage of fault, this percentage is taken from their case award to reflect their shared liability, and they keep the remainder.
Why Should I Hire a California Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer?
You should hire a California Uber and Lyft accident lawyer because this type of vehicle accident case is inherently more difficult to resolve than a standard accident case. You could face a very difficult insurance claim filing process and other legal challenges with the rideshare company, and it is also possible for a rideshare accident to raise difficult questions of fault. Having the right attorney representing you increases your chance of success with the case.
What Does It Cost to Hire a California Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer?
The cost to hire a California Uber and Lyft accident lawyer will depend on the total value of your case if you choose Easton & Easton to represent you. With our contingency fee policy, there are no upfront fees for our representation. Additionally, you will only pay a fee if and when we win your case. Our contingency fee will be a percentage of the total compensation we recover for you, so there is no risk of paying more for legal counsel than you win in compensation.
Talk to a Trusted Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer in California
Easton & Easton has decades of experience handling a wide range of accident cases in California, and we know the challenges you are likely to face in the aftermath of an Uber or Lyft accident. We can help you navigate the difficult insurance claim filing process and resolve any other legal efforts you must make to recover. Contact us today and schedule a consultation with an experienced California Uber and Lyft accident lawyer.
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