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Who is Responsible for an Uber or Lyft Car Accident?

June 29, 2017 Leave a Comment

Accident Lawyer Brooklyn NY Representing Injured Victims Of Auto Accidents in New York

Nowhere else are ride sharing companies like UBER and Lyft more popular than in New York City and other major metropolitan areas. These companies are also giving the ubiquitous taxicab companies a run for their money, as they far surpass taxicabs in terms of safety, cleanliness, convenience, and affordability.

If you have been injured in car accident involving an Uber or Lyft ride vehicle in New York, our experienced Car Accident Lawyer may be able to help. Our experienced Brookyn Accident Attorneys can discuss the facts and circumstances of your individual case with you and may be able to file claims against all potential defendants on your behalf.

Characterizing Uber and Lyft Drivers

It is important to note that Uber and Lyft require their drivers to undergo background checks and maintain their own motor vehicle insurance. However, Uber and Lyft drivers are not employees of their respective companies. Rather, they are independent contractors.

The difference between an independent contractor and an employee rests with the level of control maintained by the company over the driver. The following characteristics generally apply to independent contractors:

  • Ability to set their own schedule
  • Perform contract work as opposed to salaried work
  • Receives a 1099 as opposed to a W-2 form at tax time

Responsibility Of Ridesharing Companies for New York Car Accident

In cases of automobile accident involving negligent Uber and Lyft drivers, the following parties could potentially share in the responsibility for the injuries and damages sustained

  • The Uber or Lyft driver
  • Uber or Lyft – the company
  • The insurance company

Most New York Personal Injury Lawyers will file suit against all of these entities in order to safeguard liability and maximize the potential monetary recovery in the case.

In terms of Uber’s direct liability, the following Uber policy limits typically apply:

  • 50/100/25 of contingent coverage by Uber in-between fares (i.e. contingent to a driver’s personal automobile insurance policy and paid only if the personal automobile insurance policy refuses to pay, or pays nothing)
  • $1 million of uninsured/underinsured motorist benefits per accident, providing coverage for Uber passengers who are injured when another driver causes a collision or other type of accident
  • $1 million of liability coverage per accident (divided into bodily injury and property damage liability)

Contact Accident Lawyer Brooklyn NY Today to Discuss Your Case

If you have been injured in an Auto Accident involving Uber or Lyft, you need an experienced legal representation throughout your case. To schedule a FREE CONSULTATION and case evaluation with an experieced Car Accident Lawyer of The Rybak Firm, PLLC., please call us today (718)307-5554 24/7 or complete a “CONTACT US FORM” online and we will respond promptly.

Car Accident Lawyer Near Me

Our offices are located in Brooklyn, NY.  Although our offices are in Brooklyn, NY we serve the whole NYC Metro Area and represent clients in every borough of New York City. We provide free transportation to and from our offices from anywhere in New York City. If you are unable to travel to our offices due to your injuries our Car Accident Lawyer can meet you at a hospital or your home.

Our offices are located at:

1810 Voorhies Ave

Suite #7

Brooklyn, NY 11235

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