Rideshare Accident Lawyer in Lynn, MA

Have you been involved in a motor vehicle collision wither either a Uber or a Lyft driver or have you been a passenger in a vehicle operated by a Uber or Lyft driver that was in a collision in Massachusetts or elsewhere? You may want to consider a lawyer to help you maximize your insurance compensation. Like most car accidents it is important to determine the following: (1) who was negligent or at fault for the accident and what proof is there of the same; (2) what is the nature and extent of the causally connected damages such as pain and suffering, medical expenses and losses of earning capacity;  and (3) what is the extent of the available insurance coverage to be applied to the damages, including, but not limited to, any excess coverage such as uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.  If you’ve hired a rideshare company and been involved in an accident or have been hit by a driver working for a rideshare company, here’s what you need to know!

Determining Who was Negligent or At Fault for the Accident

Determining at fault parties is going to be crucial in obtaining maximum compensation. To determine an at fault party, you must have witnesses or viable proof. If the rideshare driver was at fault, they will be the ones held liable in a car accident case. If another driver was the individual causing an accident, they will be held liable. However, all of these scenarios will not hold up without a witness! If you are able to walk away from the accident, first call 911, report the accident on the rideshare app, then find the nearest witness to the accident and ask them to stay for a quick testimonial when the police arrive.

There are multiple state statutes which define the rules of the road or create safety standards for drivers. Hiring a lawyer knowledgeable  in how to use violations of those statutes as evidence of negligence, such as Attorney Mark Horrigan, will be very important to your case.

Filing an Insurance Claim After a Rideshare Accident

Many rideshare drivers are considered independent contractors and hold their own insurance policies; however, some are using their parent company’s insurance coverage. It’s important to understand which insurance you will be filing a claim against. If your rideshare driver was at fault for an accident and you were injured or your car was damaged, you will need to determine which insurance company is primarily responsible for your damages and what amount of damage compensation should go to you given the overall circumstances of your case. You will need an experience accident lawyer to do that for you. It’s important to stay on the scene to collect information in case you are eligible to file for more compensation to address long-term healing or ongoing car maintenance issues.

Riding along with a rideshare company like Lyft or Uber is a great choice to avoid traffic congestion, facilitate easy drop-offs, or get from point A to point B if you must run errands or drop off your personal vehicle for an appointment. As citizens, we put trust in rideshare drivers to navigate the Boston area roads with care and consideration, which is why it’s so alarming when you find yourself involved in a rideshare accident. If you’re struggling to fight for fair compensation, or need a professional attorney to review your case, call the offices of Horrigan and Norman Law in Lynn, MA and ask for attorney Mark Horrigan. We can fight all angles of your case, and our offices proudly speak Spanish! Act now!