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(314) 500-HURTCarpool and ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft are becoming increasingly popular options throughout the country. In the event of an accident in one of these rides, you or your loved ones need to be aware of your options, such as who can be held liable, and what you are entitled to as financial compensation. If you or a loved one has been in a carpool accident or ridesharing accident, speak to a car accident lawyer at Burger Law at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free case evaluation.
Burger Law provides expert legal counseling in St. Louis, Chicago and throughout Missouri and Illinois. If you were injured in a carpool or ridesharing accident, see how much your claim may be worth by using our free personal injury calculator.
In general, an auto accident with a rideshare company are not vastly different from a standard car accident. You will have to prove liability, and the at-fault party and their insurance company is responsible for compensating you for your economic damages and non-economic damages, as well as any out-of-pocket expenses and pain and suffering.
However, depending on whether a rideshare accident was caused by an Uber or Lyft driver, there certain differences. Namely, the insurance policy limits, and the fact that you’ll be going up against a large corporation instead of just an insurance adjuster. While it is always good to consult with an attorney for an injury claim, quality legal representation is a necessity if the liable party is a large corporation.
If you’re injured in an accident with a rideshare driver, it is important to take the following steps, not only for your health and safety, but for the success of your claim:
In general, there are three main parties who could be liable for your damages:
Whether you were a rideshare passenger or were hit while they were driving someone else, a rideshare could be responsible for your injuries through negligence, just as any other driver could be. Uber’s insurance policy and Lyft’s insurance coverage are almost identical:
The extra insurance coverage if the driver was in the middle of a trip is key if your accident results in catastrophic injuries.
According to Uber’s US Safety Report, the accident rate for their drivers per mile is about half the national average. So, it’s very likely that a non-rideshare driver is responsible for your injuries. If another driver caused the accident, you would make a claim against their insurance policy just as you normally would.
Missouri House Bill No. 130, enacted in 2017 to create limited regulations for “transportion network companies” like Uber and Lyft, requires them to conduct background checks on all of their drivers, and require those drivers to have vehicle liability insurance. If they allow someone to drive for them who did not pass a background check, or you were hit by a driver off duty who did not have insurance, you may be able to hold them liable for your damages.
The Carpool Accident Lawyers at Burger Law do not charge you unless we win the carpool accident claim for your family. We dedicate our firm to exclusively fighting for you when a person, corporation or insurance company acts unsafely and causes the harm of a family member or loved one. We aggressively pursue cases to get great recoveries for our clients. The carpool accident lawyers of Burger Law work on a contingency-fee basis. You will not owe any fees or expenses unless we win your case. Burger Law is well-financed and we have the resources and legal expertise to win the carpool accident claim held by your family.
Gary Burger and associates are driven by their shared passion for helping people injured in a St. Louis carpool accident. Burger Law has recovered over $180 million in verdicts and settlements. If you or a loved one has suffered due to a car accident, truck accident, or any other accident in St. Louis or the surrounding area, allow the attorneys of Burger Law to help you recover. Call us at (314) 500-HURT, fill out our contact form for a free consultation and to get started on the road to justice for you or your loved one.
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This law firm is absolutely amazing. They took on my case, when nobody else would! They fought hard for me when it seemed there was no hope. They kept me informed and always asked for my input before making decisions on my case. Gary puts himself into every case unlike most law firm owners. Gary and his team really care about every one of their clients, and fights hard to get you a fair settlement. They actually won my case out of court, and then reduced my fees to make sure I could get my car fixed and be able to get back to some normality. I would recommend Burger Law over and above any other firm! If you go somewhere else you aren’t getting the best!
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