If you were involved in a car accident with a rideshare vehicle, you might have suffered various damages. If your car suffered severe damages, and the cost of the repairs are more than the value of your vehicle, it might be considered a total loss. If your car was a total loss, your claim will be affected by the amount of the property damages that you suffered. You will want to make sure you get written repair estimates and photos of the damages, so you can pursue a personal injury claim that covers the full amount of your loss.
What To Do After An Accident
Never leave the scene of any accident. Always call the police and make sure an accident report is filed. The officer will come out to the scene, investigate the crash, and determine preliminary fault. If you are physically able to do so, you will need to get photos of the accident scene and of any damages your vehicle suffered. Keep copies of the towing bill and the rental car receipts. Be sure to get written repair estimates from a qualified auto repair technician. Establish medical care right away, so you can connect the injury to the crash.
Kinds Of Damages From An Accident
An accident can lead to serious damages. You probably have more than the property damages from the totaled vehicle. Here are some other damages that you might claim:
- Medical expenses – past and future
- Lost wages – past and future
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium
- Mental anguish
- Permanent scarring and disfigurement
For your personal injury claim to succeed, you will need to provide supporting documentation. In addition to the accident report, tow bill, rental car receipts and repair estimates, you will need witness statements, medical bills, proof of missed work and lost wages, and any other financial losses you might have encountered because of the accident.
Consult With A Personal Injury Attorney
If the Lyft was transporting a paying customer, then the commercial insurance used by Lyft will cover the cost of the damages if the Lyft driver is found liable. If the Lyft driver wasn’t transporting a paying customer or wasn’t on the way to pick up a paying customer, then the driver’s private auto insurance is liable for any damages. You will want to make sure you pursue a claim against the party in a timely manner because there is a statute of limitations for pursuing a claim.
If your car was totaled after a crash with a rideshare vehicle, you should enlist the help of a personal injury lawyer who is licensed in your state. Personal injury lawyers work on a contingency basis, so schedule your free case review today!
Additional Resources
- Checklist for an Accident in an Uber
- Multi-Vehicle Accident with an Uber Driver
- Buying a New Car After an Accident
*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Uber or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
