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Uber & Lyft Accident Lawyer
in West Virginia
You might know what to do following a typical car accident. But what if you were a passenger in a rideshare vehicle during a crash or a rideshare vehicle hit you?
With the rising number of Uber and Lyft users comes an increase in rideshare car accidents. A rider or person in another vehicle who gets hurt in one of these incidents can pursue an injury claim against the at-fault driver.
Bobby Warner and our team of experienced Uber and Lyft accident lawyers in West Virginia will fight for the fair compensation you deserve for your damages. Contact Warner Law Offices, PLLC, today for a free consultation.
- How Our Uber & Lyft Accident Attorneys in Charleston, WV, Can Help You
- Client Testimonials
- How Uber and Lyft Insurance Requirements Affect Claims
- The Complexities of Liability in Uber or Lyft Accident Cases
- Available Damages in a Rideshare Accident
- How Long Do I Have to File a Rideshare Accident Claim?
- Contact Warner Law Offices for Your Free Consultation
- Meet Our Attorneys
How Our Uber & Lyft Accident Attorneys in Charleston, WV, Can Help You
To improve your chances of receiving compensation, you need a skilled Uber and Lyft accident lawyer to review your case, determine who is liable, and fight for compensation. Our team will thoroughly investigate your accident and value your claim appropriately based on your financial losses and non-economic damages.
We are fiercely committed to our clients and have in-depth knowledge of West Virginia’s laws and legal landscape. When you partner with us, you have a highly-accomplished team who have earned many accolades, including:
- Recognition from Newsweek as a Premier Law Firm—an honor limited to 13 law firms nationally—and as a Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney in 2024 by Best of the Best Attorneys
- More than two decades of experience helping accident victims
- A strong commitment to serving our West Virginia community
- Over $13 million in recoveries for our deserving clients
Our rideshare accident lawyers know insurance companies’ tactics for denying or minimizing claims. We will handle all negotiations with the insurance company for you and, if necessary, take your case to trial.
Testimonials From Our West Virginia Clients
Our Charleston, WV, car accident lawyers are motivated by righting injustices and leveling the playing field for everyday West Virginians. We are proud of the client testimonials we have received praising our work.
How Uber and Lyft Insurance Requirements Affect Claims
Determining where to turn for damages following a West Virginia Lyft or Uber accident can be challenging. You must file your claim with the correct insurance company to get much-needed compensation as soon as possible.
West Virginia is an at-fault insurance state, so the at-fault driver’s insurance policy pays first for damages. The state’s mandatory insurance coverage includes $25,000 for one crash with one injury, $50,000 for one crash with two or more injuries, and $25,000 in property damage. Some drivers carry additional insurance.
Sometimes, you can make claims against Uber insurance and Lyft insurance for drivers. Both companies provide the same level of coverage for most accidents. Whether you can seek compensation from those policies depends on the driver’s status at the time of your accident.
The Driver Wasn't on Duty
If the rideshare driver involved in your crash wasn’t logged into the app and seeking work, their personal insurance policy covers damages when they are at fault. If the driver’s insurance isn’t enough to cover your damages, or if they refuse to accept liability, you can file a personal injury lawsuit.
The Driver Was on Duty but with No Active Trip
If a rideshare driver logs into the app and seeks rides but is not en route or has a passenger, Uber and Lyft insurance covers damages from accidents. It provides up to $25,000 in property damage, $50,000 for injuries, and $100,000 per accident in these situations.
The Driver Was Carrying a Passenger or Picking One Up
If the driver was en route to a pickup or had a passenger during your accident, Uber and Lyft provide up to $1 million in liability coverage and underinsured/uninsured motorist coverage.
Our experienced Charleston, WV, Uber, and Lyft accident lawyers will work with the rideshare company to determine the driver’s status at the time of your accident. We also will work with the insurance company to pursue a fair settlement and advise you of the next steps if insurance isn’t enough to cover your damages.
The Complexities of Liability in Uber or Lyft Accident Cases
Under the legal doctrine of vicarious liability, employers can be held responsible for the negligent actions of employees acting within the scope of their employment. Under this law, rideshare companies would seemingly be liable for many Lyft and Uber accidents.
However, both companies try to avoid employment laws and liability in rideshare accident claims by claiming their drivers are independent contractors, not employees. As such, their attorneys argue that Uber and Lyft are not responsible for drivers’ actions.
Sometimes, the driver and the rideshare company claim the accident wasn’t the driver’s fault. If blame shifts to you in an accident with an Uber or Lyft vehicle, your insurance pays damages. If you were a rideshare passenger at the time of an accident and your driver denies responsibility, you may have to seek compensation from the other driver’s insurance company.
You need an experienced attorney to determine how best to pursue damages in these complex cases. Partner with our accomplished Uber and Lyft accident lawyers so we can assist with navigating liability in your claim.
Available Damages in a Rideshare Accident
You can pursue economic and non-economic damages in a rideshare accident, including the following:
- Medical expenses and future medical costs
- Rehabilitation costs
- Lost wages and future earnings
- Property damages
- Home nursing or other care
- Costs to modify your home or vehicle to accommodate your injuries
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium
- Funeral and burial expenses in a wrongful death rideshare accident case
Some of your compensation may come from insurance, but you may have to file a lawsuit to get all the damages you deserve. Our skilled personal injury attorneys have recovered over $13 million in auto accident damages for our clients.
"After an accident, you need a law firm you can trust. When you hire Warner Law Offices, it's like coming home. I was born and raised in West Virginia and went to school right here in West Virginia. I know the local courts, the local doctors, and how to negotiate the best settlement. When a case goes to trial, I know how to relate to local juries. If you've been injured in a car wreck, call me."
How Long Do I Have to File a Rideshare Accident Claim?
West Virginia enforces a two-year statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit following an automobile accident. If you miss this deadline, the court will dismiss your case, and you won’t get the compensation you hoped to receive.
Even though you may have plenty of time to file a West Virginia personal injury claim, waiting too long isn’t advisable. The longer you wait, the harder the case will be to investigate and gather evidence to support your claim.
Contact Warner Law Offices for Your Free Consultation
Warner Law Offices, PLLC, has a proven history of getting injured West Virginians the compensation they deserve. With over 23 years of experience, our experienced and skilled rideshare accident lawyers will handle every step of the process so you can focus on recovering.
If you were involved in a rideshare accident, contact our experienced Uber and Lyft accident attorneys at 304-427-5765 to learn more about your rights and legal options.
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Charleston, WV 25301
Bobby has received many accolades throughout the years from both his peers in the legal community, as well as the media. The National Trial Lawyers association named Bobby a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and he has been selected as a Member of the Nation’s Top One Percent. Additionally, he has been named a Best Attorneys of America by Rue Ratings, which also named Warner Law Offices to its Best Law Firms of America.
We represent clients across West Virginia and surrounding areas, providing compassionate client service and relentless advocacy in and out of the courtroom.
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