Uber and Lyft are popular ways of getting around Vancouver, Washington, but they aren’t always safe for passengers or the public. From distracted driving to reports of passenger sexual assault, ridesharing is involved in serious injuries and deaths each year.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a recent Uber or Lyft accident in Vancouver, contact NW Injury Law Center to discuss your legal rights and recovery options with a knowledgeable auto accident attorney. Initial consultations are always free.
Why Choose Us?
- We take a personal approach to each case, with dedicated care and attention from a real attorney – not a paralegal or assistant.
- Our attorneys understand the common challenges involved in rideshare accident cases in Washington and how to navigate them on behalf of clients to achieve top results.
- Our Vancouver Uber and Lyft accident lawyers don’t charge anything unless we win. Our local personal injury attorneys operate on a contingency fee basis.
Seeking Compensation for an Uber or Lyft Accident in Vancouver, WA
Transportation network companies such as Uber and Lyft are legally required to carry at least $1 million in commercial liability insurance under Washington law. The rideshare company’s policy can provide coverage to pay for the injuries and losses suffered by passengers after preventable auto accidents.
The amount of coverage available depends on the phase of the ride:
- If the Uber or Lyft driver was logged into the app and waiting for a ride request when the crash occurred, $50,000 per person and $100,000 in bodily injury coverage is available, plus $25,000 for property damage.
- If the driver was en route to pick up an accepted rider or a passenger was already in the vehicle, the full $1 million in coverage can be accessed by injured parties.
In addition, you may be able to file a claim with the rideshare driver’s individual insurance policy or bring a lawsuit against Uber, Lyft or a third party. A lawyer can help you seek fair compensation for the full extent of your losses, which may include medical or hospital bills, lost wages and capacity to earn in the future, pain and suffering, and property damage.
How a Lawyer Can Help
Even if one or more insurance policies are available for you to access injury coverage, it can be difficult to obtain fair compensation as an injured Uber or Lyft crash victim. These cases often involve complex legal challenges and nuances.
Rideshare companies are known for avoiding liability, for example, by classifying their drivers as independent contractors rather than taking responsibility for them as employees. In addition, your claim may involve multiple injured passengers, more than one defendant, a liability dispute and special state regulations.
An experienced car accident lawyer can help you navigate all of these issues in a way that protects your rights and financial recovery as much as possible. From investigating your rideshare crash and preserving key evidence to contacting Uber or Lyft to advocate on your behalf, you can trust your attorney to deal with the legal side of things while you heal.
Contact NW Injury Law Center for a Free Case Review
At NW Injury Law Center, our attorneys have spent years representing injured automobile accident victims in all types of cases. Our local Vancouver team has been representing clients in Uber and Lyft accident claims since rideshare became available as a transportation option in the area. We can help you collect the money you deserve for serious injuries.
Discuss your accident claim at no cost or obligation to hire us when you contact us for a free consultation. Call (360) 695-1624 today to reach our Vancouver office.