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Importance of Using an Experienced New Jersey Lyft Accident Lawyer
If you’ve been in a Lyft accident in New Jersey, it’s important to work with an experienced Lyft accident lawyer who can help you navigate the claims process and ensure that you get the compensation you deserve. At our law firm, we have a team of lawyers who specialize in personal injury law and have a proven track record of success. We offer a free consultation, so contact us today to learn more about how we can help you.
Understanding New Jersey Car Accident Laws
New Jersey is not a no-fault state for car accidents, which means that victims of car accidents can sue the at-fault party for damages. This includes victims of Lyft accidents – if you’ve been in a Lyft accident in New Jersey, you may be able to sue Lyft for a car accident. Our team of experienced lawyers can help you understand your rights and navigate the legal process.
Lyft Accident Claims
Lyft accidents can happen in a variety of ways, including rear-end accidents, intersection accidents, head-on car accidents, and more. If you’ve been in a Lyft accident, you may be wondering whether Lyft compensates for accidents. The answer is yes – Lyft has insurance coverage that can provide compensation for victims of Lyft accidents. However, it’s important to work with an experienced lawyer who can help you navigate the claims process and ensure you get the full compensation you deserve.
Types of Negligence in Car Accidents
Car accidents can be caused by a variety of factors, including reckless driving, drunk driving, and distracted driving. If your car accident was caused by the negligence of another driver, you may be entitled to compensation. Our experienced lawyers can help you hold negligent drivers accountable for their actions and get the compensation you deserve.
Common Injuries in Lyft Accidents
Lyft accidents can result in a variety of injuries, including whiplash, broken bones, head injuries, and more. Victims of Lyft accidents may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our experienced lawyers can help you understand your legal options and ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.
Understanding Lyft Accidents and Insurance in New Jersey
Rideshare services like Lyft have become increasingly popular in recent years. As a result, accidents involving Lyft vehicles are also on the rise. In this article, we will discuss various aspects of Lyft accidents, insurance, and what to do if you find yourself in such a situation.
Lyft Rideshare Insurance
Lyft provides insurance coverage for their drivers based on the driver’s status at the time of the accident. There are three different scenarios:
Lyft Accidents When the App Is Off
If a Lyft driver is not logged into the app and gets into an accident, Lyft’s insurance will not provide any coverage. The driver’s personal auto insurance policy will be responsible for any damages or injuries.
Lyft Accidents When The Driver is Idle
When a Lyft driver is logged into the app but has not yet accepted a ride request, Lyft provides limited coverage. This includes:
- $50,000 per person for bodily injury
- $100,000 per accident for bodily injury
- $25,000 per accident for property damage
These amounts are only applicable if the driver’s personal insurance policy does not cover the accident or provides insufficient coverage.
Lyft Accidents With a Passenger
If a Lyft driver has accepted a ride request and is either en route to pick up a passenger or has a passenger in the vehicle, Lyft provides the following coverage:
- $1 million in liability insurance
- Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage (varies by state)
- Contingent comprehensive and collision coverage (up to the actual cash value of the car or repair cost, whichever is less)
Keep in mind that the driver must have comprehensive and collision coverage on their personal policy for the contingent coverage to apply.
Lyft Accident Settlements
Lyft accident settlements depend on various factors, such as the severity of injuries, the extent of property damage, and the level of negligence on the part of the driver or other parties involved. An experienced New Jersey Lyft accident lawyer can help you navigate the claims process and negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf.
Rideshare Services vs Taxi Services
There are some key differences between rideshare services like Lyft and traditional taxi services when it comes to accidents and insurance. One major difference is that taxi companies typically carry commercial insurance policies that cover their drivers at all times, whereas rideshare companies like Lyft only provide coverage based on the driver’s status within the app.
What to Do After an Lyft Accident
If you are involved in a Lyft accident, it’s important to take the following steps:
- Call 911 and report the accident
- Seek medical attention if needed
- Document the accident scene with photos and videos
- Obtain contact and insurance information from all parties involved
- Notify Lyft of the accident through the app
- Consult with an experienced Lyft accident attorney to discuss your legal options
Investigating and Gathering Evidence After a Lyft Accident in NJ
In order to build a strong case, your attorney will need to gather evidence to prove liability and damages. This may include:
- Police reports
- Medical records and bills
- Eyewitness statements
- Accident reconstruction
- Lyft driver’s driving history and background
Seek Legal Assistance due to Complexity of Legal Issues with New Jersey Lyft Accidents
Lyft accidents can be complicated due to the unique insurance coverage provided by the rideshare company. If you or a loved one has been involved in a Lyft accident, it’s essential to consult with a knowledgeable New Jersey Lyft accident lawyer who can help you navigate the claims process and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. At Bhatt Law Group, our experienced attorneys are ready to assist you with your case. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Timeframe for Lyft Accident Claims in New Jersey
If you’ve been in a Lyft accident, it’s important to act quickly to preserve your legal rights. Lyft typically investigates accidents within a few days, so it’s important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to ensure that your claim is properly documented. In addition, victims of Lyft accidents in New Jersey generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.
If you’ve been in a Lyft accident in New Jersey, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Our experienced New Jersey car accident lawyers can help you understand your legal options and fight for your rights. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and learn more about how we can help you get the compensation you deserve.
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Talk to a New Jersey Lyft Accident Lawyer
If you’ve been in a Lyft accident in New Jersey, you need an experienced lawyer who can help you get the compensation you deserve. At our law firm, we have a team of attorneys who are dedicated to aggressively fighting for your rights and obtaining the compensation you deserve. We have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients, and we are ready to help you too.
Lyft accidents can happen in a variety of ways, including rear-end accidents, intersection accidents, head-on car accidents, and more. If you’ve been in a Lyft accident, you may be wondering whether Lyft compensates for accidents. The answer is yes – Lyft has insurance coverage that can provide compensation for victims of Lyft accidents. However, it’s important to work with an experienced lawyer who can help you navigate the claims process and ensure you get the full compensation you deserve.
In New Jersey, you only have two years to file a lawsuit against the driver or Lyft. The best thing you can do is call 201-798-8000 as soon as possible and seek free legal advice on what you should do. If it looks like you have a good case to file a lawsuit, our attorney will be happy to take on your case and fight for your rights in court.
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Our client was injured when she was involved in a motor vehicle accident in Maplewood. The claim had its complexities due to the claimant’s ongoing health issues, prior accident history and age. As a result of the subject accident, our client sustained an aggravation of injuries to her neck, back and right shoulder resulting in a one level discectomy with instrumentation. The bodily insurance carrier tendered its insured’s policy limits prior to the two year statute of limitations and without extensive litigation.
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