Whether heading over for a day of sightseeing and shopping in the Fredericksburg Historic District or hailing a ride to popular attractions like the Mary Washington House, rideshares like Uber and Lyft offer a convenient way for locals and tourists alike to get around town. But what do victims do when a rideshare trip ends in an accident?
If you or someone you love sustained injuries in a rideshare collision, a Fredericksburg car accident lawyer with the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, can help you seek justice. Attorney James R. Parrish used to represent insurance companies. Now, he focuses on helping the injured stand up to those same companies and get the money they deserve. Call today for a FREE case review and connect with our Fredericksburg rideshare accident lawyers.
Our Fredericksburg Rideshare Accident Attorneys Know How to Get Maximum Compensation
Insurance companies care about their bottom line—not about you or the challenges you face after a motor vehicle accident. Often, insurers only see a claim number, not the individual behind it, and will even use AI to mass reject claims. This practice can lead to unfair claim denials, leaving injured parties wondering where to turn.
Because of Jim’s past legal experience, our team has information from inside the insurance industry we can use to your benefit. We know all of the tricks and tactics insurers use to deny claims and lower settlements and how to fight back. Our Fredericksburg personal injury lawyers will use this knowledge to negotiate for the compensation you deserve, which may include:
- Current and ongoing medical expenses
- Lost income and employment benefits
- Lost future earnings and reduced earning capacity
- “Pain and suffering” and inconvenience
We can also help if you lost a loved one in a fatal rideshare accident. Our Fredericksburg wrongful death lawyers can fight for justice and damages for you and your family.
Transportation Companies Must Provide Rideshare Accident Insurance
According to Va. Code § 46.2-2099.52, transportation network companies (TNCs) like Uber and Lyft must provide drivers with liability insurance to pay for auto accident injuries they cause while using a rideshare app.
Uber insurance and Lyft insurance comply with Virginia’s minimum coverage requirements for rideshare drivers, but coverage minimums vary based on the stage of a trip a driver is in:
- Offline/not accepting rides: When not driving for Uber or Lyft, a driver’s personal auto insurance applies. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), motorists must have $30,000 in bodily injury liability per person/$60,000 per accident for policies effective Jan. 1, 2022, through Dec. 31, 2024. Minimums increase to $50,000 per person/$100,000 per accident for policies effective on or after Jan. 1, 2025.
- Online/available to accept a trip: Rideshare companies must provide drivers with $50,000 per person/$100,000 per accident in bodily injury liability.
- En route/on a trip: When drivers are en route to a prearranged trip or carrying passengers, TNCs must provide drivers with $1 million in liability coverage. During this stage, rideshares must also provide coverage for accidents caused by uninsured and underinsured motorists (UM/UIM).
What If a Third-Party Driver Is Liable?
If you suffer injuries in a rideshare accident and the at-fault party is a third-party motorist driving another involved vehicle, they are liable for the collision damages, not your TNC driver.
Our Fredericksburg rideshare accident attorneys can investigate your collision and determine the liable party or parties. We can pursue claims with the insurance providers of all those at fault, whether it is an Uber or Lyft driver, commercial vehicle driver, or private motorist.
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How Our Fredericksburg Rideshare Accident Lawyers Can Fight for You
Rideshare car accident claims can be complex, but our Fredericksburg rideshare accident lawyers are prepared to take on the challenge. We will always fight for the maximum compensation possible, whether through insurance negotiations or at trial.
At every stage, we will provide support and services that allow you to focus on your physical recovery. We will handle case details so you don’t have to, including investigating the accident, collecting evidence, filing paperwork, tracking deadlines, and communicating with involved parties.
By managing these tasks, we give you the time you need to recover while we use our experience and knowledge to ensure all the paperwork is accurate and abides by all applicable laws.
How Long do You Have to Pursue a Rideshare Injury Case?
According to Va. Code § 8.01-243, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit is two years. If your loved one suffered a fatal rideshare accident injury, Va. Code § 8.01-244 allows two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit. If you do not pursue your case before time runs out, the court will likely bar you from taking legal action.
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We Can Help, Regardless of What Caused Your Rideshare Accident
When rideshare services entered the market in 2011, the hope was that having an easy, app-based way to hail a ride would reduce drunk driving and, thus, the number of auto accidents. This assumption has not been the reality. According to a 2018 report by the University of Chicago, traffic fatalities have increased by three percent every year that TNCs have been available.
One reason for the increase is that introducing more drivers for hire means more cars on the road driving more miles. In addition, because rideshare drivers use an app to find passengers and likely use navigation apps to get around, they may be distracted by screens and electronic devices. Furthermore, the risk of pedestrian and bicycle accidents may be more significant at rideshare pickup and drop-off locations.
Of course, rideshare accidents can result from driver negligence on the part of an Uber or Lyft driver or a third-party motorist. We can help you, regardless of the type of negligence that caused your accident. Common causes of rideshare crashes we see include:
- Speeding
- Tailgating
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Failing to obey traffic signs and signals
- Making an improper turn
- Passing improperly
- Driving drunk
- Driving fatigued
- Driving distracted
Contact the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, About Your Rideshare Accident Claim
The Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, exclusively serves personal injury victims. Our Fredericksburg rideshare accident lawyers have the experience, tenacity, and skill to pursue maximum compensation for your collision. Call us today for a FREE claim review.
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