Advocating for You in Uber or Lyft Accident Cases
Accidents involving Uber or Lyft can be confusing and frustrating. You may not have even been driving when you were injured. Questions about New Jersey’s “no-fault” law in these cases are common, and the laws surrounding Uber and Lyft accidents are still developing.
At Garrity Traina, our personal injury lawyers are committed to understanding the intricacies of these new laws. We will craft effective legal strategies to ensure you receive full compensation for your injuries, whether you were a passenger, another driver involved, or a pedestrian.
If you’ve been injured in an accident with an Uber or Lyft driver, contact Garrity Traina for a thorough explanation of the insurance rules specific to these cases. We will fight to protect your rights and ensure you are fully compensated for all your current and future expenses.
What Sets Uber and Lyft Accidents Apart?
While Uber and Lyft accidents may initially seem similar to other motor vehicle accidents, New Jersey legislature has implemented new laws specifically for these cases. These laws require Uber and Lyft drivers to carry different insurance coverage depending on the circumstances:
- Passenger present in vehicle: When an Uber or Lyft driver has a passenger, they must have insurance coverage of up to $1.5 million for bodily injury, property damage, or death, as well as $10,000 for medical expenses.
- Looking for passenger: If the driver is actively seeking passengers with their app turned on but has no passenger in the car, the insurance requirements include $50,000 for bodily injury or death per person, $100,000 for bodily injury or death per accident, and $25,000 for property damage.
- Uber or Lyft app turned off: When the driver’s Uber or Lyft app is off and they are not seeking work, their personal insurance policy will cover any damages. The new Uber/Lyft insurance requirements do not apply in this scenario.
These unique insurance rules exempt Uber and Lyft accidents from New Jersey’s usual no-fault insurance requirement. Typically, accident victims must rely on their own insurance coverage for compensation, even if they were not at fault.
Apart from the insurance requirements, it can also be challenging to determine liability in Uber or Lyft accidents. That is why these new laws were put in place in the first instance.
Why Choose Garrity Traina for Your Uber or Lyft Accident Case?
Although the insurance coverage requirements for Uber and Lyft accidents may seem adequate, they may not fully compensate you for severe accident cases. Additionally, insurance companies may contest your claim to minimize their liability. At Garrity Traina, our experienced team of personal injury lawyers will tirelessly fight for fair compensation in order to cover:
- Current and past medical expenses
- Future costs of rehabilitative care and ongoing treatment
- Psychological and emotional damage
- Pain and suffering
- Lost earnings and future earning capacity
- Loss of consortium or support in cases resulting in tragic deaths
Our attorneys have the expertise, skills, and resources to fight for your right to compensation after an Uber or Lyft accident. We have successfully negotiated and won multi-million dollar compensation packages for our clients over many decades, leaving no stone unturned in protecting your financial future.
Protect Your Rights Today – Contact Garrity Traina
If you’ve been injured in an accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, don’t hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team of personal injury lawyers. We offer a free initial consultation, and we’re ready to work hard to protect your rights and secure the compensation you deserve. For your convenience, we have offices located throughout New Jersey in Chatham, Jersey City, Sea Girt, and North Bergen.