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If you were a passenger in a rideshare vehicle or you were hit by a rideshare driver, you may be entitled to compensation that can cover the cost of your medical bills, lost wages, and other losses. At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, an Austin Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can help you to pursue the compensation that you deserve. The legal team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins can help explain your legal rights and why a rideshare driver is liable for your losses.
At Loncar Lyon and Jenkins, our Uber and Lyft accident lawyers have helped accident victims pursue compensation for their accident-related losses, such as ongoing medical bills and lost wages.
When you hire an Uber and Lyft accident lawyer on our legal team, they can help by:
Whether the rideshare company is held responsible or the rideshare driver’s insurance coverage will apply depends on what driving phase the driver was in at the time of the crash.
Rideshare companies usually provide their drivers with insurance coverage options. According to Uber and Lyft, those coverage options depend on the rideshare driver’s status.
For instance:
Determining the insurance company responsible for your claim can be complex in some Uber and Lyft accident cases. Loncar Lyon Jenkins can sort out this issue and file your claim with the appropriate insurer.
Each year, Loncar Lyon Jenkins represents over 7,000 clients all over Texas and will travel to any city or town within the Lone Star state.
You may be able to hold Uber or Lyft accountable for your losses if you were injured as
The Uber and Lyft accident lawyers from Loncar Lyon Jenkins prepare every case for court, but we do not always have to file suit to get a positive outcome for our clients. We are often able to negotiate a settlement agreement with the insurer representing Uber or Lyft
Collisions that involve Uber or Lyft drivers have the potential to affect every part of your life. From costly medical bills, being left unable to work, and lost quality of life, it is essential to pursue a case that demands full payment.
However, no matter how serious your losses may be, there is only a limited time to seek compensation. Under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §16.003, most people who suffer personal injuries because of an accident have no more than two years from the date of loss to file a case in court. Similar time constraints affect cases that may end with an insurance settlement. Hiring a lawyer could help you to meet these important deadlines.
The damages you’re entitled to will depend on many factors, such as the severity of your injuries, how much time you missed at work, your level of fault, and other variables.
In some cases, an accident victim can pursue compensation for the following types of economic and non-economic damages:
Uber and Lyft accidents can result in severe injuries or fatalities. We can help you pursue damages if you suffered any of the following injuries:
If you suffered a different kind of injury (or lost a loved one), we can still help you assess your losses and pursue fair compensation.
When you work with an Uber and Lyft accident attorney from Loncar Lyon Jenkins on your rideshare accident case, you will never need to pay any out-of-pocket or upfront fees. We do not ask for a retainer to get started, and there are no payments expected from your family while the case is in progress.
We helped thousands of clients last year based on contingency fees. We investigated their accidents, prepared their cases, and pursued compensation for their losses without any starting costs.
Clay Jenkins started his personal injury practice in 1989 after clerking for the Texas Supreme Court. He co-counseled some of Brian Loncar’s biggest cases for 25 years before purchasing an interest in the firm. He is the former Chairman of the Board of Advocates for the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and previously served as President of the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association. Learn More
Our highly experienced lawyers will contact you for a Free Legal Consultation.
Uber and Lyft drivers have the same duty as all other motorists to protect others while on the road. This duty extends to other drivers, pedestrians, and their own passengers. Sadly, mistakes that result from distracted driving or a failure to follow the rules of the road are common. The physical injuries and emotional traumas that follow can severely impact your life. An Austin Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can help. The legal team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins can take the lead in protecting your legal rights while pursuing your case for all appropriate compensation. Let us use our strong-arm approach to fight for the payments that you deserve from negligent rideshare drivers. Call us at (888) 902-3357 to discuss your case.
