Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the way we travel. However, with this convenience comes a new set of legal challenges when accidents occur. Personal injury attorneys play a crucial role in handling rideshare passenger injury cases.
When an accident happens involving a rideshare vehicle, multiple parties could be held liable – the driver, the rideshare company, or even another third-party driver. The first step that personal injury attorneys take is to determine who is at fault for the accident. This involves gathering evidence such as police reports, witness statements, and any available video footage of the incident.
Once liability has been established, personal injury attorneys must then navigate through complex insurance policies. Rideshare companies generally provide insurance coverage for their drivers; however, these policies are often contingent on whether the driver was waiting for a ride request, en route to pick up a passenger or had a passenger in their vehicle at the time of the accident.
In some cases where it’s clear that the rideshare company’s insurance policy applies (for instance if there was a passenger in the car), an attorney will negotiate directly with them for compensation. In other situations where it’s less clear (like when there was no passenger yet), they may need to deal with both individual’s private auto insurance and also potentially engage with the rideshare company’s insurer.
Personal injury attorneys also work diligently to ensure victims receive adequate compensation for their injuries which includes medical expenses, lost wages due to inability to work during recovery period and pain and suffering caused by physical injuries and emotional trauma resulting from accidents.
The process becomes more complicated when serious injuries or fatalities occur as these typically involve higher claim amounts and hence greater resistance from insurance companies who try hard not to pay out large sums. In such instances having experienced personal injury lawyers by your side can make all difference between receiving fair compensation or being left high dry amidst mounting bills financial stress.
Another critical aspect handled by personal injury attorneys in rideshare passenger injury cases is ensuring that the statute of limitations does not expire. Each state has a specific time limit within which a personal injury claim must be filed. Failure to do so can result in the victim losing their right to sue for damages.
In conclusion, handling rideshare passenger injury cases requires a deep understanding of both personal injury law and the unique issues related to rideshare services. Personal injury attorneys provide invaluable assistance by navigating through complicated insurance policies, negotiating with insurance companies, and ensuring victims receive the compensation they deserve. Their expertise plays an instrumental role in protecting passengers’ rights and interests after an accident involving a rideshare service.
Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys
227 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
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