Getting a Lyft comes with numerous benefits, including someone else doing the driving. Most of the time, this is the ultimate convenience, unless you are in an accident. If you’re injured in an accident caused by the Lyft driver’s negligence, the claims process can be even more confusing. Fortunately, our injury lawyers in Lewisburg, PA, are experienced and standing by to help.
How Lyft Claims Differ from Other Car Accident Claims
Lyft drivers aren’t considered professional drivers, which means that, although they drive for pay, they aren’t required to hold a commercial license or meet specific safety standards for additional driving experience. This means that the only variable that affects how a Lyft claim will proceed, in contrast to how any other car accident claim will proceed, is the driver’s status in the Lyft process.
With a Passenger
If the Lyft driver had a passenger in their vehicle, including if that passenger was you or was on the way to pick up a passenger at the time of the accident, you’ll file your accident claim with Lyft’s provider and can expect comprehensive coverage. You should also be aware that the insurance provider is in the business of making a profit and will do what it can to limit your settlement. This arrangement makes working closely with an experienced Lyft accident attorney the best course of action.
On the App
If the Lyft driver was on the app but was waiting for a passenger to be assigned, the matter of how you’ll file your claim changes. To begin, you’ll file with the coverage that Lyft requires its drivers to carry. If your losses exceed their coverage maximums, you’ll then turn to Lyft’s coverage for those additional amounts.
Off the App
If the Lyft driver was no longer on the Lyft app when the accident occurred, your claim will proceed in the same manner as any other car accident claim, which is through the at-fault driver’s car insurance provider.
Lyft Driver Negligence
Lyft drivers have a lot going on behind the wheel, including interacting with the Lyft app, regularly navigating in and out of traffic, making frequent stops, and more. Any form of negligence on their part can lead to serious accidents. While there are many forms of dangerous driver negligence, some of the most common include the following:
- Exhaustion
- Distraction
- Impairment
- Aggression
- Excess speed, including failing to adjust one’s speed in response to the condition of the road
- Failure to follow the safety rules of the road
Reach Out to Our Experienced Lyft Accident Attorney Today
The resourceful Lyft accident lawyers in Lewisburg, PA, have earned an impressive reputation for successfully resolving even the most complex claims. We welcome the opportunity to do the same for you. For more information on how we can assist you, contact us online or call today.