Ridesharing accidents are unique because they involve rideshare companies, not just drivers. Uber and Lyft are the two biggest rideshare companies in the world. They hire independent contractors, not employees, to pick up passengers. This classification protects them from liability for the actions of their drivers in many situations. This can make it more difficult to obtain full compensation as a ridesharing accident victim. You may, however, be able to hold the individual driver responsible for negligence.
You have two years from the date of your rideshare accident to file a civil claim. First, you will file a claim with the rideshare company and cooperate with the insurance process. If you were a passenger, Uber or Lyft’s $1 million insurance policy will most likely pay for your medical bills. If you were an outside party, however, your only option may be to file a claim against the at-fault rideshare driver. Working with an attorney can help you pursue the path that will yield the best results for your case.