Many people take Uber and Lyft in and around Warrenton to get to Dulles International Airport, get home after a night out in Old Town Warrenton, or just run errands. Unfortunately, this method of transportation is not without its risks. If you or a loved one was injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, a Warrenton rideshare accident lawyer from our firm can help you navigate the process of establishing the liable party and recovering the compensation you deserve.
Learn what a Warrenton car accident lawyer can do for you during a FREE claim review. Call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, today.
Why You Want Jim Parrish in Your Corner
Recovering from rideshare accident injuries is difficult enough without having to worry about how to identify the liable party or speak to insurers. You don’t need to place that burden on your shoulders; put it on ours instead.
Our Warrenton personal injury lawyers will handle every aspect of your case, from gathering evidence to preparing and presenting your case at trial.
However, you don’t just get someone to handle the tasks associated with your case. You get a team with knowledge from inside the insurance industry. Our founder, Jim Parrish, began his career representing insurance companies. Now, he uses that experience to protect his clients from those same insurance companies. He knows how they operate and the tactics insurance adjusters use to devalue or deny valid claims. For example, we know:
- Insurers regularly use AI software to review dozens of claims at once. This often leads to denials of valid claims. We know how to fight these denials.
- Insurance adjusters attempt to trick claimants into saying something that jeopardizes their claim. We handle communication with insurance companies to prevent adjusters from taking advantage of our clients.
- Insurance companies often offer quick settlements that are much lower than the claimant deserves. Many people accept the first offer because they don’t know what their case is worth. We always review cases before advising you to accept or reject a settlement.
What Damages Can a Warrenton Rideshare Accident Lawyer Recover for Me?
What you can recover depends on the specifics of your case. However, we commonly recover the following for rideshare accident victims:
- Medical bills, such as emergency transportation and treatment, surgeries, prescription medications, assistive devices, and copays
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
- Miscellaneous expenses
- “Pain and suffering” and inconvenience
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Who Is Liable for My Rideshare Accident Injuries?
We must identify who is liable for your accident to establish who pays for your injuries. This can be difficult in a rideshare crash. The parties who may be liable include:
- The rideshare driver
- The rideshare company
- Another driver
- A maintenance company
When a rideshare driver causes an accident, liability becomes more complex. Their “status” at the time of the crash determines who covers your injuries. For example, if the driver was “off the app” (i.e., driving for personal, not business reasons), the driver’s insurance will cover the accident.
Things are a bit more complicated if the driver was “on the app” and waiting to be matched with a rider. The driver’s personal insurance may cover the accident; however, many insurers deny claims when they involve rideshare driving. If this is the case, Uber and Lyft both have coverage that will kick in. If the driver had a passenger in the car, Uber or Lyft’s policy will cover your injuries.
Our team will determine who is liable for your accident and injuries.
How Long do I Have to Take Action After an Uber or Lyft Accident?
Virginia law limits how long you have to take action after a car accident. Per Va. Code § 8.01-243, you have two years to file a lawsuit. If you fail to file before this time limit expires, the court will likely dismiss your lawsuit. This will leave you without leverage in negotiations.
We recommend that you contact us as soon as possible to prevent overstepping the statute of limitations. Getting in touch with us early also gives us more time to investigate and build a stronger case.
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What to Do After a Warrenton Rideshare Accident
There are several things you can do after a rideshare accident to protect yourself and your right to compensation, including:
- Getting medical attention. This is integral to both your case and your health. If you were not treated at the scene, you may need to get care at a local ER or urgent care. The medical professionals will diagnose and treat whatever injuries they find and link them to the accident.
- Getting copies of all your medical bills and records from your doctor’s office, Fauquier Health ER, GoWell Urgent Care, Piedmont Urgent Care, or another facility.
- Refusing to give a recorded statement. The insurance adjuster will likely call you soon after you file a claim to “get your side of the story.” This is, more often than not, a trap. The adjuster is hoping that you will say something to jeopardize your case—and that they will have a recording they can twist to use against you. If the adjuster requests a recorded statement, deny the request and direct any questions they have to us.
- Remembering that you can negotiate for a higher settlement. As we discussed above, the first offer is much lower than you deserve. You don’t have to accept it without question. You can determine your damages and then negotiate for a fair settlement. Better yet, we can do it for you.
- Calling an attorney from our firm. You don’t need to—and shouldn’t—handle this situation alone. A Warrenton rideshare accident lawyer from our firm will manage every aspect of your case.
See What a Warrenton Rideshare Accident Attorney Can Do for You During Your FREE Claim Review
You deserve compensation for your losses. Our team wants to help you get it. See how our team can seek justice and compensation on your behalf during a FREE claim review. If we can help you, we will draft a customized case plan with your next steps. When you enlist our help, you pay nothing upfront. You only pay us if we win.
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