If you have been injured in an auto accident, Shaheen & Gordon, P.A. is here to fight for the justice you deserve. Contact us to schedule an appointment with a Maine personal injury lawyer. Initial consultations are completely free and confidential.
Maximizing Compensation for Our Clients in Portland and Beyond
If you or a loved one has sustained injuries in an Uber/Lyft accident, you may seek compensation and justice through a civil lawsuit.
For the past 40 years, our attorneys at Shaheen & Gordon, P.A. have helped accident victims win compensation through civil litigation. We know how to handle a variety of motor vehicle accident cases; now, we have adapted these skills to successfully pursue cases involving Uber/Lyft.
We are proud to offer Maine accident victims unmatched legal services, including:
- Aggressive advocacy
- Compassionate counsel
- Creative case strategies
- Personalized legal assistance
- Vast resources for every step of the legal process
- Track record of success worth millions in case results
Why wait? Contact us online today to book your free, confidential consultation with a Maine Uber/Lyft accident attorney.
Who Is Responsible for an Uber/Lyft Accident?
Similar to other motor vehicle accident cases, the negligent party will be considered at fault and liable for the accident. The at-fault driver will be responsible for all costs related to the accident, including losses experienced by the accident victim. That noted, the one to actually pay out this compensation will be the at-fault driver’s insurance company.
Some examples of negligence that would render a driver liable for an accident include:
- Speeding
- Ignoring/violating traffic laws
- Weaving through traffic
- Driving while intoxicated
- Drowsy/fatigued driving
- Distracted driving, such as texting while driving
When Can You Sue Uber/Lyft for an Accident?
If the Uber/Lyft driver was negligent and caused an accident, that rideshare company’s insurance would be on the hook for any damages. It is possible to take legal action against the rideshare company itself if its insurance carrier refuses to compensate you fairly.
Whether the Uber/Lyft driver was on the way to pick up a rider or transporting a rider when the crash occurred may affect whether the rideshare company and its insurance will be considered liable. In the event that Uber/Lyft’s insurance policy does not extend to the circumstances of your crash, you may need to go through the driver’s personal insurance.
Entrust Your Case to Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.
Our trial lawyers at Shaheen & Gordon, P.A. truly care about getting the best results for our clients. We find great pride in representing those injured in Uber/Lyft accidents, regardless of if they are a rideshare passenger, rideshare driver, pedestrian, bicyclist or another motor vehicle driver/occupant. If you have been victimized by someone else’s negligence, we won’t rest in our fight for your rights!
