Amarillo Rideshare Accident Attorney

What Coverage Is Available in Uber & Lyft Accidents?

The amount of coverage available depends on the specific circumstances of the accident. Both Uber and Lyft offer varying degrees of coverage depending on the “driving period” in which the accident occurred.

These include:

• Period 0: In period 0, the driver has the rideshare app turned off and is not actively looking for or providing rides for the rideshare company. Uber and Lyft do not provide any coverage during period 0; accident claims must be filed with the driver’s private auto insurance carrier.
• Period 1: Period 1 is when the driver has the app turned on and is looking for a ride but has not yet accepted or picked up a passenger. During period 1, Uber and Lyft offer up to $50,000/$100,000 in bodily injury per person/accident and up to $25,000 in property damage.
• Period 2: When the driver has the app turned on, has accepted a ride, and is on the way to pick up the passenger but does not have a passenger in the vehicle, this is known as period 2. Uber and Lyft offer up to $1 million in coverage during period 2.
• Period 3: Period 3 occurs when the driver has the app turned on, has accepted a ride, and has picked up the passenger/has the passenger in the vehicle. During period 3, Uber and Lyft offer up to $1 million in coverage.

The circumstances of your accident—such as whether you were the passenger of a rideshare vehicle or you were driving your own car and were hit by a rideshare driver who was looking for a passenger—will play a large role in the amount of compensation you may be able to recover. Our Amarillo rideshare accident attorneys can answer any questions you may have and inform you of your legal rights.

Damages in Rideshare Accident Claims

As in any other type of motor vehicle accident, victims of Uber and Lyft accidents are likely to experience serious or even catastrophic injuries, such as head and brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and more. They may be unable to work while they recover, and in some cases, they may be permanently disabled and unable to return to work at all. The physical, emotional, and financial impact on victims and their families can be immense, adding stress to an already challenging time.

At Wood Law Firm, LLP, we work to maximize our clients’ recoveries, seeking full and fair compensation for the following damages:

• Emergency medical treatment
• Ambulance/hospital fees
• Current and future medical costs
• Rehabilitative therapy
• Medications
• Medical equipment
• Modifications to a home or vehicle
• Lost income/wages
• Lost future earnings
• Lost or reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma
• Counseling services
• Inconvenience and disfigurement

Our goal is to help injured accident victims get back on their feet so that they can move forward with their lives. We strive to recover the financial resources you need while you focus on what matters most: healing.