If you are involved in an accident involving a ridesharing service such as Uber or Lyft, it’s important to understand your rights and take the necessary steps to protect yourself. This is where a Springfield ridesharing accident lawyer can help. Speak to a car accident lawyer from our team at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyer to start on your case today.
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Understanding Your Rights and How Rideshare Insurance Policies Work
Rideshare accidents involve complex insurance coverage issues. You are entitled to certain coverage whether you’re a passenger, driver, or third party. Understanding policy specifics is crucial for claiming compensation effectively after an incident from Uber and Lyft.
Injured While a Passenger in a Rideshare Vehicle
As a passenger, if you’re injured in a ridesharing car, you’re typically covered by the company’s insurance policy, which provides certain protections and compensation for your injuries.
Injured in an Accident With a Ridesharing Car
If you’re injured in a collision with a ridesharing vehicle, whether as a pedestrian or in another car, you may be covered by the rideshare company’s insurance.
Pursuing Compensation After a Springfield Rideshare Accident
Whether the insurer of the ridesharing company is liable for covering your accident depends on the status of the Uber or Lyft driver at the time of the collision.
Transporting a Passenger
If the accident occurs while the rideshare driver is transporting a passenger, the company’s comprehensive insurance typically provides substantial coverage for injuries and damages incurred.
On the Way to Pick Up a Passenger
When the accident happens as the driver is en route to pick up a passenger, the rideshare company’s insurance may still offer significant coverage for any damages sustained.
Not Picking Up a Passenger
If the driver is not in the process of picking up or transporting a passenger, coverage by the ridesharing company’s insurance is usually much more limited, often relying on the rideshare drivers personal insurance to take on the burden of providing compensation for damages.
Compensation Available to Rideshare Accident Victims
Victims of an Uber or Lyft accident may receive various forms of compensation for their losses. An experienced car accident attorney can assist in obtaining:
Compensation for any long-term disability or disfigurement
Steps to Take Following a Ridesharing Accident in Springfield
After a Springfield ridesharing accident, stay calm and ensure your safety. Follow these steps:
Contact emergency services if injuries are apparent.
Document the scene with notes and photos where the accident occurred.
Exchange information with all parties involved.
Report the accident to the rideshare company.
Seek medical attention immediately.
Contact a skilled ridesharing accident lawyer as soon as possible.
The Statute of Limitations May Restrict Your Options
It is vital to act promptly since the statute of limitations imposes a strict deadline on filing accident claims. Missing this crucial timeline can bar you from pursuing compensation. In the state if Illinois, the statute of limitations for car accidents and most personal injury cases is generally two years from the date of the accident (735 ILCS 5/13-202).
Contact a Springfield Ridesharing Accident Lawyer Today
Don’t navigate the aftermath of Uber and Lyft accidents alone. Our skilled attorneys at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers are ready to guide you. Contact us for dedicated legal representation to ensure your rights are safeguarded and to pursue the maximum compensation from the liable rideshare companies and their insurance company. Call our law firm today, and take the first step towards your recovery.
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