As increasing numbers of rideshare drivers sign up to work for Uber and Lyft, the number of accidents continues to climb. Sadly, many of these accidents go unclaimed.<\/p>\n
Get leverage to help you file a lawsuit and recover your damages by hiring an Uber and Lyft rideshare accident lawyer in Florence, SC<\/a>. To find out more about your options, contact George Sink Injury Lawyers. We represent victims in Uber and Lyft accidents.<\/p>\n We Know How To Protect Your Rights And We Are Ready To Fight For You! <\/p> Give Us A Call \u00bb <\/a><\/div><\/div> One of the things that distinguishes an Uber or Lyft driver from a taxi or limo driver is that rideshare drivers are independent contractors. Uber or Lyft may attempt to distance their company from an accident involving a rideshare driver.<\/p>\n Uber and Lyft do carry liability insurance to cover the damages of passengers or other parties harmed in a rideshare accident. Therefore, if you are injured in an accident, you may be able to file a claim against the company and receive compensation for your damages.<\/p>\n Florence Uber and Lyft Rideshare Accidents Lawyer Near Me843-474-2700<\/a><\/p> When your Uber and Lyft rideshare accident attorney in Florence, SC, files a claim against the insurance company, the insurance adjuster will decide your case based on who caused the accident and if the driver was on the clock when the accident occurred. Liability could be determined by the following:<\/p>\n If the rideshare app was turned off and the driver was not working, then the driver\u2019s insurance company is liable for your damages if the driver was at fault.<\/p>\n If the rideshare app is active and the driver was either transporting a passenger or on the way to pick up a passenger, then Uber or Lyft\u2019s insurance company is liable for your damages if the driver is at fault.<\/p>\n If a third-party such as another driver, pedestrian, or cyclist was responsible for the accident, then the other party\u2019s insurance company is liable for your damages. Our team understands how fault is distributed in multiple-vehicle accidents<\/a> like these.<\/p>\n Our Goal Is To Get You The Most Money \u2013 FAST! <\/p> 843-474-2700 <\/a><\/div><\/div> Since the insurance company requires proof of your claim, you will need to provide evidence of fault and liability. Your attorney can obtain evidence of your claim from various sources such as:<\/p>\n George Sink Injury Lawyers can gather all of the evidence and submit it to the insurance company for review. All the evidence that we provide may both establish liability and estimate the value of your claim. We can review your case to determine who was at fault for your injuries.<\/p>\n Our Firm Stands Apart From The Rest Because We Make Clients Our Priority. <\/p> Give Us A Call \u00bb <\/a><\/div><\/div> Both Uber Driver-Partner Insurance and the Lyft Insurance Policy<\/a> provide similar types of liability insurance to cover all accidents in which the rideshare driver was at fault. The coverage is $1,000,000 per accident depending on the circumstances of the accident.<\/p>\n Like any other personal injury case, the value of your claim depends on the nature of the accident, who is at fault, and the extent of your damages. Some of the damages you may be eligible to claim include:<\/p>\n You may account for your medical expenses such as emergency care or surgical procedures, extended stay in the hospital, rehabilitative services, ongoing doctor visits, and medication.<\/p>\n If your recovery takes several weeks or months, you may lose pay. You may account for your lost wages in your claim. Lost income may also include future earning capacity if you are disabled and can no longer work.<\/p>\n You may also account for noneconomic damages such as severe pain and suffering, loss of quality of life, loss of consortium, physical impairment, or disfigurement. Your damages may include long-term expenses from a terminal condition.<\/p>\n It is not uncommon for Uber or Lyft\u2019s insurance companies to deny claims or to offer an unreasonably low settlement. You may encounter several challenges if you try to take on the insurance provider or a defense attorney on your own.<\/p>\n A Florence Uber and Lyft Rideshare Accident lawyer can represent you to negotiate a fair settlement with the insurer. Our law firm can manage your entire case while you are recovering from your injury. We can handle all paperwork, correspond with all relevant parties, and provide all evidence necessary to build your case.<\/p>\n We are committed to helping you get the maximum settlement possible for all of your economic and noneconomic damages.<\/p>\n If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, George Sink Injury Lawyers is ready to take on your case and help you receive fair compensation. We help personal injury victims in Florence.<\/p>\n Call our law firm today or fill out our online form to get a free consultation<\/a>. An Uber and Lyft rideshare accident lawyer serving Florence, SC, can answer your questions and get your case started.<\/p>\nRideshare Drivers Are Independent Contractors<\/h2>\n
Liability in a Rideshare Accident Case<\/h2>\n
The Driver Was Not Working<\/h3>\n
The Driver Was Working<\/h3>\n
Third-Party Liability<\/h3>\n
How to Prove Fault in an Uber\/Lyft Accident Case<\/h2>\n
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Getting Compensated for Your Damages<\/h2>\n
Your Medical Debt<\/h3>\n
Lost Pay While You Were Out of Work<\/h3>\n
Additional Damages<\/h3>\n
Hiring a Lawyer to Fight the Insurance Company on Your Behalf<\/h2>\n
Injured by Uber or Lyft in South Carolina: Call Us for Help<\/h2>\n