Rideshares like Uber and Lyft make getting around Edmonton easy. But if you were to get into an accident, liability and insurance factors while in a rideshare vehicle can add even more stress and confusion to the situation.
At Litco Law, we understand that when you’re dealing with life changes, such as injuries or missed time at work, the idea of entering into a legal claim can seem daunting. You may already be finding the process difficult, just dealing with the insurance company. Our Edmonton rideshare accident lawyers are here to ease that struggle and take those things off your plate.
Contact us today for a free consultation with our legal team. If you choose to work with our lawyers, you don’t pay us anything while your claim is progressing.
Get answers to the following topics and questions:
- What To Do After a Rideshare Accident in Edmonton
- How Is a Rideshare Accident Different From a Typical Car Accident?
- What Are Common Injuries From Rideshare Accidents?
- Who Can Be Held Liable for Your Edmonton Rideshare Accident?
- How Our Edmonton Rideshare Accident Lawyers Can Help With Your Claim
- Understanding How Insurance Works After a Lyft or Uber Accident
- What Compensation Can Be Recovered After an Edmonton Rideshare Accident?
- Speak to Our Edmonton Rideshare Accident Lawyers Today
- Frequently Asked Questions About Rideshare Accidents
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What To Do After a Rideshare Accident in Edmonton
We know it’s hard to know what to do after a rideshare accident, especially if you’re overwhelmed or in pain. However, the steps you take after the incident can help to protect your health and your right to claim compensation.
If you’re injured while using a rideshare service, follow these steps:
- Prioritize your health and safety by moving to a safe location and seeking medical attention right away.
- Collect contact information from involved drivers and witnesses. Also, make note of key details from the scene, such as weather and road conditions.
- Consider speaking with a passenger accident lawyer in Edmonton as soon as possible to discuss your legal options.
Avoid making major decisions immediately after the accident. It’s essential to allow yourself time to recover from the shock, fully understand your situation, and focus on your health.
How Is a Rideshare Accident Different From a Typical Car Accident?
Lyft and Uber accidents in Alberta involve multiple insurance companies and commercial policies that differ significantly from those in other car accidents. Depending on what the driver was doing at the time, you may need to file a claim with your own insurer, the rideshare company’s insurer, or another driver’s insurer.
If insurers try to dispute or deny your claim, our team uses evidence from the accident to strengthen your claim and prove liability, including:
- Rideshare app data
- Timestamped phone records
- GPS logs and trip details
- Rideshare driver status
What Are Common Injuries From Rideshare Accidents?
Even when a rideshare accident seems minor, it can result in injuries that significantly affect your health and daily life. Some of the most common injuries include:
- Sprains and strains
- Contusions and lacerations
- Whiplash and other neck injuries
- Broken bones
- Injuries to internal organs
- Head and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal cord injuries
Our Lyft and Uber accident lawyers in Edmonton work closely with your doctors and other medical professionals to build a claim that accurately reflects the full impact of your injuries.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Your Edmonton Rideshare Accident?
Depending on the circumstances of your accident, liability may involve one or more parties, including:
- Your rideshare driver: The Uber or Lyft driver may be liable if they were distracted, speeding, or driving recklessly when the accident occurred.
- The rideshare company: Irresponsible hiring, inadequate training, or defective app design could mean the rideshare company can be held liable.
- Another driver: When another driver’s negligence contributed to the accident, they may be fully or partially liable for your losses.
- Other parties: In some cases, a third party may be responsible for the accident, such as careless maintenance professionals or other parties.
Identifying who is responsible for the accident is key to determining if you have grounds to file an injury claim. Our team can uncover who was at fault and handle the claims process from start to finish, so you can focus on your recovery.
How Our Edmonton Rideshare Accident Lawyers Can Help With Your Claim
Litco Law has served the Edmonton community since 1976, handling countless personal injury claims, including those involving rideshare accidents. We have a long-standing history of helping injured people and bringing negligent drivers to justice.
Our team focuses on enhancing the client experience, offering award-winning service that redefines what people have come to expect in the legal industry. Voted as the Top Choice Personal Injury Law Firm 12 years in a row, our goal is to make legal help easier and more efficient with:
- A unique team-based approach: Your own personal team of legal professionals, what we call a “pod,” works with you from the start of your claim to its resolution.
- Innovative technology: If you prefer digital communication, we offer virtual meetings and an easy-to-use client portal to view the latest on your claim anytime.
- Quick response times: We provide regular proactive claim updates at least every 30 days, and 24-hour response times for any questions or messages.
- A modern office in Edmonton: As a Litco Law client, you can select a delicious beverage through your client portal ahead of your visit, and we’ll have it ready for you when you arrive.
- Experience on Your Side: With over 50 years in the business, we’ve fought for countless clients injured in and around Edmonton.
When you trust us with your rideshare injury claim in Alberta, you get a team that goes the extra mile for you.
Balancing the Power Against Auto Insurance Companies
While it may seem like the insurance company is on your side, they may be more interested in protecting their bottom line. Insurers may try to limit what they pay for your claim, which could leave you holding the bill for accident-related expenses.
Our Uber and Lyft accident lawyers in Edmonton balance the power between injured clients and powerful insurance companies. We work to protect you from unfair insurance tactics and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Personalized Client Support Throughout the Process
Our team-based approach means that when you choose Litco Law, you don’t just get a lawyer. You get your own dedicated team of legal professionals, including a dedicated lawyer, case manager, client care specialist, and legal assistant working together on your claim—people who know you, support you, and truly care about your recovery.
We prioritize client communication, creating a streamlined way to connect and keep you updated. Our client portal allows you to check in from anywhere, at any time, with options to upload receipts, digitally sign forms, or contact your rideshare liability lawyer with any questions you may have about your claim.
You Won’t Pay Us Anything While Your Claim Is Ongoing
Our Edmonton personal injury lawyers never bill by the hour. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you won’t pay us anything while your claim is progressing. Instead, our fee is a percentage of the settlement we secure for you—and you know that percentage before you ever hire us.
Hear From Litco Law’s Previous Clients
Our team is proud to provide our Edmonton clients with strong legal advocacy and compassionate support. Many of our previous clients have shared their testimonials and experiences working with our team. Here are just a few examples:
- “The best! My lawyer was absolutely amazing and very helpful! Had my best interest the whole time. Would recommend anytime!!” – canadianketomama
- “Litco has extremely good communication throughout your case and helps you understand every little thing on every step of it. Couldn’t recommend them enough.” – Jordan R.
- “Seeking an injury lawyer for an accident I was involved in was nerve-racking and I didn’t know who to turn to. Litco Law was there every step of the way and assured me that I was looked after. Everyone I dealt with provided outstanding service and I totally recommend them to anyone who needs an injury lawyer! Thank you Litco!” – Caylyn W.
Understanding How Insurance Works After a Lyft or Uber Accident
Uber and Lyft maintain commercial auto insurance policies to protect drivers, and passengers, and others who are injured in a rideshare accident.
Uber’s insurance coverage in Alberta includes:
- $2 million in third-party liability during a trip, which covers injured third parties (not the rideshare driver)
- Coverage for the loss or damage to a vehicle after a $2,500 deductible
- $1 million in third-party liability between trips
Under Lyft’s insurance policy, coverage in Alberta includes:
- Automobile liability coverage of $2 million per accident
- Property damage compensation for the actual cash value of the car or the cost of repair, whichever is less
- Contingent comprehensive and collision coverage for the actual cash value of the car or the cost of repair, whichever is less, with a $1,000 deductible
- Family protection coverage of $2 million per accident
The coverages that apply to your claim will depend on the rideshare driver’s status at the time of the accident. The policy may only cover losses that occur between the time the driver accepts the trip and when they reach the rider’s destination.
Insurance companies may try to minimize your payout by disputing the rideshare trip status at the time of the accident. Litco Law will stand up to these claim adjusters and fight for the full value of benefits available to you.
What Compensation Can Be Recovered After an Edmonton Rideshare Accident?
After being injured in a rideshare accident, you may be entitled to compensation for things like:
- Financial losses
- Medical expenses
- Transportation costs for medical appointments
- Lost income and earning capacity
- Cost of caregivers or assistive devices
- Physical pain
- Emotional sufferingPain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Psychological or emotional trauma
We’ll make sure your claim reflects both the financial and the invisible impacts of your injury, such as your independence, well-being, relationships, and future.
New No-Fault Insurance in Alberta
The Alberta government has introduced a new no-fault auto insurance system they call Care-First. Under this system, Albertans injured in an auto accident will file a claim with their own insurance to cover medical costs and other losses—no matter who was at fault.
However, those injured in an accident will no longer have the right to sue the at-fault driver. Additionally, compensation for pain and suffering may not be available. Our Edmonton legal team can answer questions you have about no-fault insurance and walk you through what to expect when filing a claim. You may be eligible to recover compensation for physical and emotional suffering until the system goes into effect.
Speak to Our Edmonton Rideshare Accident Lawyers Today
When a rideshare accident turns your life upside down, remember that you are not alone. Lawyers You’ll Love will go above and beyond to give you the legal service you deserve.
At Litco Law, you don’t pay us anything while your claim progresses. Call (403) 273-8580 or contact us online for free legal answers from our team. Our goal is to help you find the solution, even if we’re not it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rideshare Accidents
We understand that an accident can be overwhelming. Below are answers to some frequently asked questions we receive about rideshare accidents. However, reach out to our team for answers to your specific situation.
What If I Was Hit by an Uber or Lyft Driver?
If a rideshare driver hits your vehicle, stop and call Edmonton police for immediate assistance. Get the driver’s contact and insurance information, and report the incident to the rideshare company. Then, consider contacting an Edmonton car accident lawyer who can provide guidance on how to proceed with your insurance claim.
Can I Sue the Rideshare Company Directly?
Depending on the circumstances of your accident, you may be able to file a personal injury claim against the rideshare company directly. Consider working with an experienced rideshare accident lawyer to see if you qualify to bring a lawsuit against the rideshare company.
How Long Do I Have To Make a Rideshare Accident Claim in Alberta?
In general, you have two years from the date of the accident to file an injury claim in Alberta. If you miss the deadline, you may risk losing the right to receive compensation for your injuries and losses. However, there are a few exceptions that can change the deadline, including if the injured person is a minor or temporarily disabled.
Will the Rideshare Company Cover My Medical Expenses?
In Alberta, Section B benefits typically cover reasonable and necessary medical expenses after a motor vehicle accident. Then, the rideshare company’s insurance can be used to cover costs that exceed Section B limits.
Unfortunately, this is often not enough to cover all your needs in the long run. This is why it’s important to understand the full extent of your injuries and how they affect your life before accepting an offer, and why consulting with a lawyer can help empower you to make informed decisions.
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