Dallas Lyft Accident Lawyers: Experienced Attorneys Ready to Help

You will likely need to file a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance if you are involved in a Lyft car accident. This is called a third-party claim and is the usual way to recover damages in these situations.

If the at-fault driver doesn’t have enough insurance, Lyft provides up to $15,000 in medical payments coverage for your medical expenses, no matter who is at fault. However, this may not cover everything, especially in serious accidents.

If you have uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage on your own auto policy, you can use it to cover any remaining medical bills, lost wages, and other costs. Your personal insurance can fill the gap between what the at-fault driver’s insurance and Lyft’s coverage provide.

In most cases, you cannot sue Lyft directly because the company classifies its drivers as independent contractors, not employees. This classification generally protects Lyft from being held directly liable for accidents caused by its drivers. However, Lyft does provide insurance coverage that applies in certain circumstances, which can help you recover compensation.

Lyft’s insurance coverage includes up to $1 million in liability coverage if a Lyft driver is at fault while the driver is driving to pick up passengers or transporting passengers. This means that if you were injured as a passenger in a Lyft vehicle, and the driver caused the accident while en route to pick up or transporting a passenger, Lyft’s insurance will cover your damages. This coverage applies to:

• Medical bills can accumulate quickly after a Lyft car accident, especially if you require extensive treatment.
• Lost wages if your injuries prevent you from working
• Property damage to your vehicle or personal belongings
• Pain and suffering resulting from your injuries

There are exceptions where Lyft may be directly involved. For instance, if Lyft acted negligently by failing to conduct proper background checks on its drivers, or if Lyft’s platform malfunctioned in a way that contributed to the accident, you may have grounds for a lawsuit directly against Lyft. However, such rideshare accidents are rare and challenging to prove.

A knowledgeable Lyft accident attorney can assess your case and determine whether it’s appropriate to pursue a claim against Lyft’s insurance policy or take legal action against other parties.

At Allbee Law Firm, we understand that the financial burden of an accident can be overwhelming. This is why our personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis on Uber and Lyft accident cases. With a contingency fee arrangement, you don’t pay any upfront fees for legal representation. Instead, the lawyer’s fee is contingent upon winning your case.

Here’s how a contingency fee works:

• If your lawyer wins your case—either through a settlement or a court verdict—you will pay a percentage of the compensation you receive as the attorney’s fee. This percentage is between 33.33% and 45%, depending on when the case resolved.
• You won’t owe any legal fees if your lawyer does not win your case. This means there’s no financial risk to hiring a lawyer to represent you.

This arrangement ensures that anyone, regardless of financial situation, can have access to experienced legal representation. At Allbee Law Firm, we take pride in fighting for our clients, and we only get paid if we successfully secure compensation on your behalf. During your free consultation, we can discuss the details of our contingency fee structure and answer any questions you may have.

If you were injured by a Lyft vehicle while walking or biking, you may have multiple options for pursuing compensation, depending on the circumstances of the accident. You would generally file a personal injury claim against the Lyft driver’s insurance. However, Lyft’s insurance may cover your damages in certain situations.

Here’s how it works:

• If the Lyft driver was actively transporting a passenger or on their way to pick one up: Lyft provides up to $1 million in liability coverage, which would apply to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and other damages.
• If the Lyft driver was logged into the app but not carrying passengers: Lyft provides contingent liability coverage that offers up to $50,000 per person for bodily injury and $100,000 per accident. This insurance comes into play if the driver’s personal insurance doesn’t fully cover the damages.
• If the Lyft driver was off-duty: The driver’s personal auto insurance would be responsible for covering your injuries.

In pedestrian accidents involving Lyft vehicles, it’s essential to determine whether the driver was logged into the app and actively working. This will determine which insurance policy applies. In some cases, both the Lyft driver’s personal insurance and Lyft’s corporate insurance may come into play, providing additional layers of coverage.

Given the complexities of these cases, it’s crucial to work with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can handle negotiations with the insurance companies and ensure you receive full compensation for your injuries. At Allbee Law Firm, we have extensive experience representing pedestrians injured by rideshare vehicles, and we can guide you through every step of the legal process.

The timeline for resolving a Lyft accident case can vary significantly depending on several factors. In general, personal injury cases involving Lyft accidents can take anywhere from a few months to over a year to fully resolve. Here are the key factors that affect how long your case may take:

Severity of Injuries

Cases involving serious injuries often take longer to resolve because it may take time to fully assess the medical treatment required and the long-term impact of the injuries. You typically don’t want to settle your case until you know the full extent of your medical needs.

Insurance Company Negotiations

Many Lyft accident cases are resolved through negotiations with the insurance companies. While some claims may be settled quickly, insurance companies often delay the process by disputing liability or offering low settlements. Your lawyer may need to negotiate over several months to secure a fair offer.

Litigation

If negotiations fail and your case goes to court, it can add significant time to the resolution process. The litigation phase involves pre-trial discovery, depositions, mediation, court hearings, and potentially a trial. Depending on the complexity of the case and the court’s schedule, the litigation process can take anywhere from several months to more than a year.

Multiple Parties Involved

If your Lyft accident involves multiple vehicles or defendants, such as another driver or even Lyft itself, the case may take longer to resolve due to the complexity of determining liability and negotiating with multiple insurance companies.

While some cases are resolved quickly, others may require more time to ensure you receive full and fair compensation for your injuries. At Allbee Law Firm, we aim to move your case forward as efficiently as possible while ensuring you are not pressured into accepting an unfair settlement. During your free consultation, we can provide you with a more specific timeline based on the details of your case.