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We understand that an accident can upend your life. If you were hurt in an Uber or Lyft accident, a Wichita Falls Uber and Lyft accident lawyer at Loncar Lyon Jenkins can help you seek the compensation you need to recover. Our legal team handles all types of auto accident claims and lawsuits, including rideshare collisions.
At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, we offer free case reviews, and there is no cost to get started. You don’t have to be alone in your Uber or Lyft case – an Uber and Lyft accident lawyer from our Wichita Falls car accident team can be on your side.
You don’t have to determine liability, figure out Uber or Lyft’s insurance policies, or prove your losses to an insurance adjuster. We can use our experience with Wichita Falls rideshare accident cases to seek the best possible compensation for you.
When we manage your case, we will:
No matter how challenging your case may be, we can help you seek the money you need to get better after an accident.
You may be facing serious harm to your health and life after an accident. We can help you seek many forms of compensation available in your case, which may include:
Compensation for your medical care could reflect anything you spent on health care related to the accident, including the emergency room visit, any necessary surgeries, physical therapy, medication, and more. If an accident affected your ability to work and earn a living, you could seek compensation for lost income, as well as your future ability to earn wages.
Other forms of intangible losses could also be part of your case value, such as pain and suffering. These losses attempt to compensate you for the pain and life challenges you faced due to the accident. We can tell you how much your case may be worth once we investigate these losses in your case.
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.
If you were a passenger in an Uber accident or hit by an Uber driver, you may be able to file a claim through Uber’s insurance policy. Our Uber and Lyft accident attorneys can provide legal representation and seek damages on your behalf.
However, Uber and Lyft accidents are often complicated – partly because of how liability works in these kinds of accidents. Rideshare drivers are independent contractors, so the companies are not held responsible in the same way a taxi or trucking company might be. This is also because of how rideshare companies structure their driver’s coverages.
Maximum coverage from Uber or Lyft applies when one of the company’s drivers causes an accident while actively assigned to or shuttling a passenger. This can be up to $1 million in third-party liability coverage, according to Uber and Lyft.
Mid-level coverage from Uber or Lyft applies when the company’s driver causes an accident while they are on duty but waiting for a ride request. This includes up to $50,000 in bodily injury per person and $25,000 in property damage.
These details can be difficult to sort out on your own. We can determine what Uber’s or Lyft’s policy covers based on the details of your case.
Unfortunately, if a rideshare driver wasn’t actively working for Uber or Lyft when the accident happened, you may be unable to seek compensation through Uber or Lyft’s policy. The driver’s personal auto insurance applies when they are not actively logged into the app.
However, if the driver’s own auto insurance doesn’t meet your needs for financial recovery, we may be able to file a lawsuit to seek additional compensation. Ridesharing accident injury settlements and accident lawsuits are more common than many people realize. Our attorneys know how to deal with these companies, their insurance carriers, and other necessary steps in the claims process.
While you consider your legal options, keep in mind that you have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit. According to Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003, you have up to two years to do so. This time limit may seem like you can wait to hire a lawyer and go to work on your legal case, but this is not a good idea. There are many reasons why getting started as soon as your injuries allow will benefit your case.
When our accident attorney represents you, we will ensure you understand any exceptions to this time limit. We can help you meet any important deadlines in your case and file on time if your case warrants a lawsuit.
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.
Rideshare accident cases are complicated, but receiving legal help for them should not be. With that in mind, our Uber and Lyft accident lawyers help Uber and Lyft crash victims in Wichita Falls by offering free initial case reviews. Call in the Strong Arm today at (888) 902-3357 to get started.
