The rise of the rideshare industry has changed the way we travel and reach local destinations, including in Lake Stevens, Washington, where an Uber or Lyft vehicle arrives within minutes at the touch of an app. Fortunately, most rideshares end with a safe, uneventful drop-off, but it only takes a single accident to change a life.
If you’ve suffered injuries either as a passenger in an Uber ride or in a collision caused by an Uber or Lyft driver, call Wells Trumbull at (360) 435-1663 to speak to a Lake Stevens car accident lawyer with years of experience navigating complex rideshare accident claims.
Why Choose Wells Trumbull?
For years, the legal team at Wells Trumbull has been committed to compassionate, assertive legal advocacy for personal injury victims, including in complex Uber or Lyft accident claims in Lake Stevens and throughout Washington. With our team on your side, you have the following advantages:
- The personalized attention of an attorney dedicated to your case and the collaborative efforts of a full legal team and staff
- A track record of exceptional results in recovering large settlements and jury awards for our clients, including a recent $6.5 million recovery for a Washington car accident victim
- A trial-ready attorney who takes the time to get to know your family, making a more compelling claim and personalized strategy
Instead of leaving your Uber or Lyft accident claim in the hands of an insurance company that is not really on your side, reach out to Wells Trumbull for a free consultation. Then, we’ll use contingency-based payment to work at no cost to you until after we’ve recovered your compensation.
Common Causes of Uber & Lyft Crashes In Lake Stevens
The overall increase in individual traffic since the rise of Uber & Lyft may be responsible for the 3% rise in traffic fatalities, according to a major university study. An Uber or Lyft ride may be more likely to end in an accident due to the following:
- Speeding to accomplish the maximum number of trips per shift
- Aggressive driving
- Distracted driving, due to using the rideshare app while on the road
- Tailgating
- Making unsafe lane changes
- Improperly merging
- Illegally passing
- Failure to yield the right of way
- Impaired driving
- Inexperienced driving
- Drowsy driving
Rideshare drivers often drive passengers as a secondary source of income after a full-time job, leading to a greater risk of fatigue.
What Makes an Uber or Lyft Accident Claim Complex?
Proving liability in Uber and Lyft accidents quickly becomes challenging. Rideshare companies insulate themselves against direct liability by using independent contractors as drivers rather than employees. Instead, drivers carry special rideshare insurance with a tiered coverage structure. The amount available in an accident claim depends on the stage of the rideshare. For instance, if an Uber or Lyft driver is using their car privately, their standard Washington auto insurance coverage applies. Once the driver turns on their rideshare app to seek a passenger, the lower tier of specialized rideshare insurance applies, with up to $100,000 in total accident coverage. Finally, if the accident occurs after a passenger has been booked or during the ride, up to $1 million in rideshare insurance coverage is available for an injury victim’s damages.
Call or Contact a Lake Stevens Uber & Lyft Accident Lawyer
Uber and Lyft accident claims are complicated, often with multiple insurers pointing fingers at other policies and disputing liability. Instead of leaving your claim in their hands, reach out to Wells Trumbull for skilled legal representation that prioritizes your best interests throughout your Lake Stevens Uber or Lyft accident claim.