In the event of a car accident, it is wise that you reach out to an attorney for more help litigating your claim. You may find it difficult to handle a lawsuit by yourself; you might not have the legal experience or knowledge required to prove that you were not at fault, and you might be too hurt to sufficiently represent yourself. Further, the stress from the case could lengthen your recovery time or cause other injuries to pop up. It can be especially frustrating if you are involved in an accident with Lyft, as many individuals have trouble dealing with the rideshare company due to the different insurance policies and blurred lines of fault. You might be furthered stressed if you hire an attorney who does not devote his time to winning your case or who does not treat you fairly. If this is the case and you find yourself thinking, “My lawyer is not fighting for me,” call our law firm where an attorney can give a second opinion. Normandie Law Firm can help you understand if your current attorney is behaving poorly or if he is doing all he can to secure you fair compensation. If you wish to get a free second opinion and legal advice from a top Lyft accident lawyer in Los Angeles, call our firm at once.
Why Lyft is Confusing
It can be troublesome to deal with Lyft because of how the business works. Essentially, Lyft drivers are independent contractors, and at the start of the business, they were not considered employees. They were also not given any insurance coverage and were forced to use their own policies to cover themselves and others while they were on the road. Further, Lyft would not be held responsible for anything its drivers did – whether it was cause an accident or assault a passenger. The issue is that personal auto insurance policies do not cover commercial driving, or driving done for money, and would be inactive while the driver was on the clock. This left thousands of people totally unprotected if anything happened, and there were various cases where no party was able to recover.
This changed when laws decreed that Lyft must insure its drivers and anyone who uses the service. However, it is not a blanket insurance system. There are different stages of a Lyft ride that enact different coverage amounts.
The first stage of the ride is when the driver is waiting for a customer to request a location. The app is on, but he has not yet accepted any fares. During this time, the coverage is $50,000 for damages. When a driver has accepted a fare, the coverage will increase to $1,000,000. This million-dollar coverage also applies to any passengers in the car and can cover third parties as well, even underinsured and uninsured motorists. The coverage lasts until the fare is completed, at which point it reverts to the original $50,000.
For regular individuals, this can be problematic. For experienced lawyers, it is simple to navigate. However, if your attorney does not appear to know what is doing or if he is giving you wrong information, we recommend seeking out an attorney who can provide a free second opinion for a Lyft accident case.
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What to Do after a Lyft Crash
If you have been involved in a Lyft crash, you should make sure to follow these steps.
- Take pictures of your injuries
- Go to the emergency room or hospital as quickly as you can to decrease the amount of time between the accident and the treatment
- Take down the insurance information and contact details of the responsible driver
- Ask nearby eyewitnesses and bystanders for their statements and testimonies
- Print a copy of your trip information and receipt, as well your credit card bill showing you paid for the Lyft ride
- Ask the police for a copy of the police report
- Contact a lawyer who has experience with Lyft accidents
Many people will opt to contact any attorney they encounter instead of searching for one who has proven results with Lyft. This can lead to trouble; if an attorney has not dealt with Lyft and their insurance company, he may not be able to adequately handle the case. We recommend seeking a free second opinion for Lyft drivers who are in a Lyft accident or a free second legal opinion for Lyft passenger accident victims.
Filing a Claim against Lyft
If you plan to file a claim against Lyft, you must be able to show that you were a victim of negligence in some way and that Lyft owed you a duty of care. As it stands, Lyft must care for its customers as much as it can; although the drivers are everyday individuals, Lyft must still take care to hire safe workers who have no history of reckless driving or endangerment.
To file a lawsuit you must show that you were owed a duty of care that was breached and the breach led to an accident that caused physical harm. It is important that you were hurt if you plan on filing a personal injury claim; if you weren’t, you would only be able to receive certain damages.
Your attorney should be able to prove that Lyft was in some way responsible for the crash. If he cannot, or if he is leading you on and you are seeing no results, you should consider getting a free second legal opinion for Lyft drivers who have been in an accident.
Reviews from Real Clients
I contacted Normandie Law Firm for help after my Lyft accident, and they really went above and beyond for me.
(Juan M. Lyft Driver – Rear End Auto Accident)
The Lyft accident lawyers at Normandie Law Firm were able to negotiate a large settlement that covered my medical costs, lost wages, and more.
(Stephan T – Passenger Injured in Lyft Vehicle )
I called the Rideshare accident experts at Normandie after being hit by a Lyft driver when I was walking across the street, and I definitely didn’t regret it. Most experience law firm for rideshare accidents.
(Juanita G – Victim of Pedestrian Accident)
The Uber accident attorneys at Normandie Law Firm are by far the best lawyers around. As an Uber driver I appreciated all they did for me and my family.
(James P. Uber Driver)
My Uber accident lawyer was truly committed to my injury claim and was able to get me an awesome recovery for my injuries.
(Arash S Uber Driver)
I called Normandie Law Firm for help with my Uber accident case, and, thanks to my lawyer, I was able to recover an amazing settlement for my injuries.
(Candice T. Side Impact w Uber driver)
Reasons To Get Second Opinion Legal Advice For Lyft Passengers And Lyft Drivers
You should reach out to an accident lawyer for second opinions regarding a passenger Lyft accident if you feel your current attorney fits any of the following:
- Lying to you about the status of your claim
- Not telling the truth about how much your claim is worth
- Siding with the insurance agency over you
- Purposely destroying evidence
- Withholding your check
- Breaching a contract
- Acting in bad faith
Your current attorney will likely not be transparent with you if he has a reason not to be. Many attorneys are concerned with receiving their share of a settlement and will try to settle cases as quickly as possible. They may pressure you into signing an agreement so they can get paid and usher you out the door. You should always talk with a Lyft accident attorney to provide free second opinion for a Lyft accident case. Numerous opinions won’t hurt, and if you choose to switch firms, you will be escaping from poor representation.
The Right Firm for Lyft Accidents
If you find yourself wondering, “How can I get a second opinion for my Lyft accident case?” and want to explore other options, we recommend coming to our law firm, Normandie Law Firm, for more help. We believe in victims and in representing those who need it the most – if you have been involved in a Lyft accident and you have no previous legal experience, we work for you. Some attorneys will try to take advantage of their clients, and we believe that is an act that should be punished as severely as possible. If you feel that your current lawyer is not doing a good job, you can pursue a free 2nd opinion for passengers of Lyft accidents. Our attorneys will gladly sit down with you and talk about your case and your current firm.
You can receive a free legal consultation where none of the details are shared with anyone: it is totally private and confidential. You may even wish to abandon your current lawyer for a better choice. If you choose us to represent you, we’ll give you our zero fee guarantee that you won’t pay a dime throughout the case. We will cover all the costs and will only get paid if we win.
To speak with a lawyer who can provide a second opinion for a Lyft accident claim, get in touch with Normandie Law Firm.
