Why Rideshare Cases Are Complicated
When an Uber or Lyft driver causes a crash, the available insurance depends on what the driver was doing at the moment of the collision. If the app was off, only the driver's personal auto policy applies. If the driver was logged in and waiting for a ride request, a limited amount of company coverage may apply. If the driver was en route to a passenger or carrying one, a much larger commercial policy is typically in effect. Determining the driver's status is therefore central to your claim.
Injured passengers, other motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians can all be affected. Each may have different avenues to recovery, and the rideshare companies and their insurers are well-practiced at minimizing payouts.
Protecting Your Claim
After a rideshare crash, the same evidence that matters in any collision matters here — the police report, photos, medical records, and witness accounts — plus documentation of the driver's app status. An experienced attorney can obtain the rideshare records, identify every applicable policy, and pursue the right insurer for the full value of your injuries.
Vermont's modified comparative negligence rule applies, and your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage may also come into play if the responsible party's coverage is insufficient.
Your Path to Recovery
You may recover medical expenses, lost wages, and compensation for pain and suffering. The general three-year deadline under 12 V.S.A. § 512 applies. Because of the insurance complexity, a free review is the best way to understand your options after a Vermont rideshare accident.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nothing upfront. Our network attorneys work on contingency, so you pay no fee unless they recover compensation for you. The case review is always free.
Generally three years from the date of injury under 12 V.S.A. § 512. Claims involving a government entity under the Vermont Tort Claims Act can have shorter notice deadlines, so it is important to act quickly.
Vermont's modified comparative negligence rule (12 V.S.A. § 1036) lets you recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault. Your compensation is reduced by your share of fault.
This page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed Vermont attorney.