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Over the years, the popularity of rideshare services has continued to rise. Both Uber and Lyft provide a convenient way for people to commute and get around Burbank. However, with the increase of rideshare vehicles on the road comes an increase in rideshare accidents. If you were involved in an Uber or Lyft accident, seeking legal representation to determine who should be held liable for your damages can be the smartest decision you make. A Burbank Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can investigate your accident to determine if the rideshare driver was negligent and whether the rideshare company shares liability.
Here, we’ll take a look at the most common causes of Uber and Lyft accidents, how an Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can help you with your accident claim, and how an attorney can prove liability and your demand for special and general damages.
The most common causes of Uber and Lyft accidents in Burbank include:
The types of injuries most commonly sustained in Uber and Lyft accidents in Burbank include:
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
Spinal cord injuries
Broken bones/bone fractures
Burns
Facial injuries
Dental injuries
Internal organ damage
Crush injuries
Internal bleeding Infection
Loss of limb
Chest injuries
Neck injuries
Back injuries
Whiplash
Leg injuries
Arm injuries
You would need to hire an Uber and Lyft accident attorney in Burbank if:
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An Uber and Lyft accident lawyer in Burbank can help you with your claim by:
An attorney will conduct an accident investigation to obtain evidence that will identify all liable parties, prove liability, and prove your demand for compensation.
Evidence can include:
An accident report can contain important information that can help prove liability. This information can include:
Witnesses can provide an unbiased account of the accident. Your attorney will interview any witnesses to learn about the events that led up to the accident and what occurred after, such as anything the driver did or said.
Your attorney will calculate your economic and non-economic damages to ensure you don’t leave any money on the table when negotiating with the insurance company. If you are unable to work due to your injuries or your injuries require medical treatment in the future, your attorney will consult with experts to determine the value of future medical treatment costs and loss of future earnings.
An insurance company will try to pressure you into accepting a low settlement, one that will not cover the cost of your accident-related damages. When you hire an attorney, they will handle all interactions with the insurance company. An attorney is familiar with the tricks and tactics an insurance company will try to use to minimize payout. At Avaness Law, our legal team will take the insurance company head-on, fighting for your right to maximum compensation.
You will have two years to file a rideshare accident lawsuit in California. This deadline is known as the statute of limitations. If you fail to file a lawsuit by this deadline, your case will be dismissed and you will be unable to recover any compensation for your losses.
Yes. Uber and Lyft accident lawyers in Burbank offer free consultations. At Avaness Law, you can meet with an experienced Uber and Lyft accident lawyer on our legal team to discuss your case and explore your legal options. At a free consultation, you will have all of your questions answered and leave our office knowing what your legal rights are. If you decide to hire us, your attorney will get to work, conducting an accident investigation and gathering vital evidence that can strengthen your claim.
Yes. An Avaness Law lawyer can help you even if you are partially at fault in a Burbank rideshare accident. Under California law, you can still pursue compensation if you are 99% at fault for an accident. However, your settlement or award will be reduced based on your percentage of fault.
If an accident occurs during period 1, the rideshare driver’s personal insurance policy will come into play. If an accident occurs when a driver is logged into the app but has not accepted a ride request the rideshare company’s contingent liability coverage, which offers $50,000 per person, with $100,000 per incident for bodily injury and $25,000 for property damage, will apply secondary to the rideshare driver’s personal auto insurance policy.
During period 3, once the driver has accepted a request or is transporting a passenger, the rideshare company offers $1 million in liability insurance per collision. This policy applies once the rideshare driver’s auto insurance coverage has been exceeded.
How much compensation you can recover from an Uber and Lyft accident claim in Burbank will depend on many factors, including:
The two types of damages you can pursue are economic and non-economic damages.
To calculate economic damages, your attorney will use your medical bills, pay stubs, statements from your employer regarding how much time you missed at work, vehicle repair estimates, and other forms of documentation.
Examples of economic damages include:
Compensation for past and future medical expenses will cover the cost of past, present, and future medical treatment, including:
If you miss time at work, your attorney can pursue compensation for lost wages. If you are unable to ever return to work or you are forced to change careers, your attorney can pursue compensation for lost future earnings or loss of earning capacity.
If your vehicle was damaged or totaled, your attorney can help you recover compensation for property damage.
Because non-economic damages are subjective and cannot be calculated by using bills and receipts, an attorney will use the per diem method or multiplier method to calculate non-economic damages. To use the multiplier method, an attorney will choose a number between 1.5 and 5, based on the severity of your injuries. They will multiply the chosen value by the total cost of your economic losses. Using the per diem method, your attorney will use the amount of daily wages you normally earn and multiply that figure by the number of days it took you to recover.
Non-economic damages include:
You can pursue compensation for the physical pain and emotional suffering you experienced due to the accident and your injuries.
If you experienced emotional anguish, depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to the accident and your injuries, your attorney can help you pursue compensation for emotional distress.
If you are unable to participate in social events, hobbies, or other activities you once loved, your attorney can pursue compensation for loss of enjoyment of life.
The Avaness Law Uber and Lyft accident attorneys will determine the value of your damages by:
The areas of Burbank the attorneys at Avaness Law serve are listed below:
It will cost 33% to 40% of your settlement or award to hire an Uber and Lyft accident lawyer in Burbank. At Avaness Law, our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. With this payment arrangement, you will pay no upfront fees and you will owe nothing if your case is not successful. If you do win your case your attorney will subtract a small percentage of your settlement or award to cover the cost of legal services.
To strengthen your Uber and Lyft accident claim in Burbank:
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If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, you must take legal action as soon as possible. At Avaness Law, our legal team can help you fight for the fair compensation you deserve, identifying all liable parties and helping you pursue maximum compensation for your losses. Contact us today to schedule a free legal consultation with an experienced Uber and Lyft accident lawyer to learn more.
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