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Rideshare services like Lyft and Uber are in no short supply in Las Vegas. Not just on the strip, either, but in outlying areas and suburbs. They’re convenient, but they still carry the same risks as any other vehicle on the road. These accidents can happen, and when they do, they can involve other drivers, passengers, cyclists, or even pedestrians.
Nevada law may protect people who’ve been injured in a rideshare accident. The law may allow them to recover compensation for lost income, medical bills, and more. This means it may be helpful to work with a Las Vegas rideshare accident lawyer to build a strong claim.
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Las Vegas Rideshare Accident Claims: What You Need to Know
With our exploding population and unshakable tourism industry, gig drivers are common. It also means rideshare accidents have increased in recent years.
High traffic areas, frequent short-range pickups and drop-offs, and massive demand all contribute to increased risk.
Why Rideshare Accidents Are Different From Normal Car Accidents
The biggest reason rideshare accidents are more complicated is layered insurance. Dealing with one insurance company can be challenging, but in these claims, victims often need to deal with two or more.
A lot depends on the driver, too. A claim for a driver on an active trip looks different than when they’re waiting for a ride request, or even offline. On top of all that, drivers aren’t usually “employees”, they’re “independent contractors”.
Who May Be Involved in a Rideshare Accident Case
Rideshare accidents can be as varied as any other car accident. They can involve any number of parties, depending on how the accident happened. They might include the driver, passengers, drivers of other vehicles, or cyclists and pedestrians. Some accidents involve multiple vehicles. Some involve third-party drivers. This can make it even harder to clearly determine liability.
Las Vegas relies intensely on rideshare services, particularly in high-traffic areas with limited parking. More traffic and more rideshare operators mean a higher likelihood of potential accidents.
How a Las Vegas Rideshare Accident Lawyer Can Help
After an accident involving a rideshare, most people don’t know what to do next or how to deal with the insurance companies. With multiple insurance policies, investigations, and detailed legal questions about liability, these cases get complex quickly. With a rideshare accident lawyer, Las Vegas residents may be able to pursue compensation.
A qualified attorney will go over all the facts of the accident. They’ll work to identify sources of compensation. They can handle communication with insurance companies on your behalf. The amount of stress this may eliminate can be significant.
Investigating the Rideshare Accident
The investigation is an important part of any accident claim, and rideshare claims are no different. Attorneys might gather evidence while building your case. Evidence could be anything from pictures to police reports or witness statements.
With rideshare accidents, there’s also a mountain of digital evidence that needs to be reviewed. Sometimes, medical records, surveillance footage, and more are included for review in a claim.
Dealing With Uber, Lyft, and Insurance Companies
Rideshare accidents almost always revolve around more than one insurance company. This includes the coverage provided by the rideshare platform, the driver’s personal coverage, and potentially others.
Insurance adjusters often aim to minimize payouts. They may use various tactics to do this, so it may help to have someone advocating for you. Finding the right attorney means you’ll have someone to manage your communications, deal with insurers, and assist with negotiations on your behalf.
Building a Personal Injury Claim for Maximum Compensation
Building a strong claim means looking at the immediate impacts, as well as the long-term. Attorneys will typically use medical bills, lost wage estimates, and other similar financial losses as the basis for compensation.
Obviously, this means documentation will be a cornerstone of claiming compensation. Keep close tabs on all hospital records, treatment plans, and personal employment records. These are all important for proving lost wages or long-term reduced earning potential. Your attorney may even bring in additional experts to estimate future care and compensation costs.
A Wealth of Experience in Clark County Courts
Rideshare accidents and the resulting claims are handled like any other vehicle accident. They are governed by Nevada law and are typically filed in Clark County courts. Attorneys with local experience are more familiar with local procedures. Those with many years of experience will also understand how the insurance companies treat area claims, in general.
Meet Aaron A. Winder
First and foremost, Aaron A. Winder is a fourth-generation Las Vegas resident. He has strong ties to the community he’s been a part of his entire life. Aaron takes a client-first approach. You can expect a legal strategy created specifically for your case, along with communication every step of the way.
Aaron holds a degree in sociology and philosophy from UC Santa Barbara, as well as a law degree from Gonzaga University School of Law. He understands the challenges injury victims face and works tirelessly as their advocate through each stage of their claims.
Who Can Be Sued in a Rideshare Accident Lawsuit?
In any rideshare accident, there is the potential for more than one responsible party. The challenge is determining liability and having the evidence to support that assertion.
Possible At-Fault Parties
Because these cases can involve several layers of responsibility, it’s not uncommon for more than one party to be involved in a claim.
The Uber or Lyft Driver
The rideshare driver may be responsible if their actions led to the incident. This can mean moving violations, but it can also mean stopping in locations that aren’t safe for pickups or drop-offs.
Another Negligent Driver
The accident may have been caused by another driver. These drivers are required to have their own insurance, which may be a source of compensation.
Uber or Lyft (in limited circumstances)
When a driver is logged into the app or transporting a passenger, app platforms often have a limited policy in place.
Vehicle Manufacturers
Sometimes, a vehicle component is defective enough to contribute to an accident. These are product liability claims intertwined with personal injury, so make sure your attorney is familiar with both.
Government Entities Responsible for Unsafe Roads
In rare situations, road conditions or design could contribute to an accident. Claims against a government agency have different requirements for filing. Deadlines may apply.
Table of Content
- Las Vegas Rideshare Accident Claims: What You Need to Know
- How a Las Vegas Rideshare Accident Lawyer Can Help
- Who Can Be Sued in a Rideshare Accident Lawsuit?
- How Uber and Lyft Insurance Coverage Works After an Accident
- What Financial Compensation May Be Available After a Rideshare Accident?
- Steps to Take After a Rideshare Accident in Las Vegas
- Common Injuries from Rideshare Accidents
- Common Causes of Rideshare Accidents
- Nevada Laws Related To Rideshare Accidents
- Nevada Rideshare Accident Statistics
- Resources for Parties Affected by Nevada Rideshare Accidents
- Where is Winder Law Firm’s Office?
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How Uber and Lyft Insurance Coverage Works After an Accident
Rideshare companies usually use a tiered system to determine what policy coverage applies. Each one can impact your case differently.
Driver Offline (Personal Insurance)
Driver offline means they’re logged out and the app is closed at the time of the accident. Here, the driver’s personal insurance is the only policy active.
Driver Logged Into the App
Once the driver is logged in and the app is running, but they haven’t accepted a ride, there is a limited coverage level in effect. This is sometimes called “contingent liability coverage”.
Driver Transporting a Passenger
When a ride is accepted, the rideshare platform begins a higher level of coverage. Depending on the app, this may provide coverage of up to $1 million in certain situations.
How Multiple Insurance Policies Can Apply
Rideshare accident claims involve several insurance policies, usually through different companies. An attorney can look at each policy, dig into coverage limits and contingencies, and find a path for pursuing compensation.
What Financial Compensation May Be Available After a Rideshare Accident?
Economic Damages
Economic damages cover all the direct financial losses. These are usually the easiest to calculate, because they have bills or receipts. This includes all current and future medical care, lost income, and property damage.
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages are harder to quantify, but no less important. This is usually where compensation for mental anguish or emotional distress is included. Limb or mobility loss and resulting loss of enjoyment or consortium are also included here.
Punitive Damages in Serious Cases
When cases are particularly heinous or egregious, the court may impose fines meant purely to punish. Extreme disregard for safety or drunk driving are often where punitive damages are used.
Steps to Take After a Rideshare Accident in Las Vegas
If you’ve just been involved in a rideshare accident, what you do next might just be crucial for your case. Here are some important steps to take immediately after any rideshare accident.
- Ensure safety. Make sure you are safe and out of harm’s way. Help others if possible.
- Call 911. This will get the police and medical dispatched immediately. A police report can be helpful for your claim.
- Get medical attention. Even if you think you aren’t hurt. Get checked out, and have everything documented. This is important for your claim, especially if injuries appear later.
- Document everything you can. Pictures and video of the scene. Get pictures of road conditions and any visible injuries. Get witness statements and contact information if possible.
- Report the accident in the appropriate app. All rideshare apps have internal accident reporting, so use that function, or it could negatively affect your claim.
- Keep all records and receipts, and any communication related to the accident.
- Remember that insurers are not always on your side. They often aim to limit claim payments. An attorney can communicate on your behalf.
Common Injuries from Rideshare Accidents
Like any other vehicle collision, rideshare accidents can lead to all sorts of injuries, depending on the crash severity. Whiplash and neck injuries are fairly common. With more serious accidents, these can turn into concussions and TBIs. Spinal cord injuries can leave the victim with lifelong changes to mobility. Broken bones and soft tissue injuries can be painful and can impact daily life while they heal.
Common Causes of Rideshare Accidents
Here are some of the most common causes of rideshare accidents.
1. Increased Vehicle Miles
One study tied the rise of Uber and Lyft to about a 3% increase in motor vehicle deaths in the United States. The added rideshare traffic and longer time spent driving are both part of that change.
2. Driver Distraction from Smartphones and App Use
Texting or dialing while driving can significantly increase crash risk, according to NHTSA research. This is important for drivers who must use rideshare apps during trips.
3. Shift-work Patterns and Fatigue
Many rideshare drivers work long or uneven hours. A University of Missouri study found that sleep disorders have been associated with increased crash risk, with higher risk for those who have shift worker sleep disorder (SWSD).
4. Driving on unfamiliar roads
It is common for rideshare drivers to drive in new places. A U.S. study found that driving on unfamiliar roads is associated with a higher risk of crashes.
Nevada Laws Related To Rideshare Accidents
If you’re considering filing a lawsuit after a rideshare accident in Nevada, it’s helpful to understand the laws that may apply. Below are some of the most important ones.
Disclaimer: These law summaries are not exhaustive and are provided for general understanding only. They reflect Nevada law at the time of writing and may be subject to updates or change. For legal advice or a full interpretation, consult an attorney. Always check with an attorney or the Nevada Legislature for the most current information.
NRS 41.141 – Allows recovery of damages as long as the injured person is not more at fault than the other parties, with damages reduced by their percentage of fault.
NRS 41.085 – Gives heirs and the estate the right to bring a wrongful death claim and recover damages caused by another’s wrongful conduct.
NRS 11.190 – Sets legal time limits for filing claims in Nevada, including a 2-year period for injury and wrongful death cases.
NRS 484E.010 – Requires drivers involved in injury or fatal crashes to stop and remain at the scene, with failure to do so treated as a serious offense.
NRS 484E.030 – Requires drivers in a crash to share identifying information, assist injured persons, and report the crash if law enforcement is not present.
NRS 484E.070 – Requires drivers or vehicle owners to file a crash report with the state within 10 days in certain cases, with reports kept confidential and generally not used as trial evidence.
NRS 706A.280 – Bars rideshare drivers from picking up riders outside the app, misleading passengers, taking longer routes, or refusing service without a valid reason.
NRS 706A.200 – Requires rideshare companies to show the driver’s photo and license plate before the ride begins.
NRS 706A.170 – Allows rideshare companies to charge fares but requires rate disclosure, fare estimates, electronic payment, and prohibits extra charges for passengers with disabilities.
Nevada Rideshare Accident Statistics
Here are some statistics about Nevada rideshare stats:
- The state’s report on rideshare activity includes crash totals. For Lyft, the 2022 Nevada TNC Crash and Insurance Report records 1,440 crashes from 9/16/2021 to 9/15/2022.
- During that same timeframe, Uber is listed with 1,910 crashes in Nevada.
Resources for Parties Affected by Nevada Rideshare Accidents
Uber – What to Do After a Crash
This Uber page explains what drivers, riders, and others should do after a crash. It includes contacting emergency services, reporting the trip in the app, and keeping a record of what happened.
Uber Help – Report an Accident
Uber’s reporting page explains how to document an accident through the platform. It includes sharing trip details and communicating with the safety team.
Lyft – Accident Report Form
Lyft’s accident reporting form allows drivers, riders, and other parties involved in a Lyft-related crash to submit details about injuries, damages, and other circumstances so the company can begin reviewing the claim.
Lyft Help – Report an Accident or Collision
This resource explains how to report an accident through Lyft. It also covers what information to gather and how to contact claims or safety teams.
Nevada Transportation Authority – Transportation Network Company (TNC) Complaint Form
This is Nevada’s official complaint form for rideshare issues. Complaints are assigned to an investigator, and timing expectations for acknowledgment are provided.
Nevada Division of Insurance – Transportation Network Companies and Auto Insurance FAQs
This FAQ helps explain how rideshare activity interacts with insurance coverage. It focuses on personal and commercial policy considerations.
Nevada Division of Insurance – File a Complaint
Consumers can use this page to file complaints about insurance-related issues. It explains how the complaint process works and what happens after a submission is made.
Nevada Legislature – Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 706A (Transportation Network Companies)
This is the main body of Nevada law that governs transportation network companies. It includes provisions related to insurance requirements, crash reporting, and consumer protections.
This report outlines Nevada’s system for crash and insurance reporting involving rideshare companies. It also includes aggregated data submitted under the statute.
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