Have you been injured in an accident involving a Lyft driver? Pursuing compensation in an accident involving a rideshare vehicle such as a Lyft vehicle can be complex. Below we take a look at the process of filing a car accident claim against Lyft.  Who Can I hold Liable in a Lyft Accident?  Like with any other car accident claim, the party that is responsible for the accident must be identified in order to hold them liable. Depending on the circumstances of your accident, multiple parties may be held liable for the accident including:  The Lyft driver  Lyft  Other drivers that were involved in the car accident  The manufacturer of the vehicle or a defective car part that contributed to…

Getting into a car accident can upend your life, especially if you suffer serious or debilitating injuries in the crash. Every motorist should take care to try to avoid getting into a crash on the road. Here are 10 of the most important tips to keep in mind to help stay safe on the road.  Tips to Follow to Reduce Your Risk of a Motor Vehicle Accident Keep a responsible attitude toward driving – While enjoying the open road can be a thrilling experience for many, drivers should always be mindful of the fact that they are operating a one-to-two-ton hunk of metal that can cause serious injuries and property damage if it collides with something or someone else. Motorists…

You may have a claim against the rideshare company Lyft if you have been injured or suffered property damage in an accident caused by a Lyft driver, or while you were riding as a passenger in a Lyft. However, if you have a Lyft accident claim, you may want to know how long it may take you to settle your case.  Lyft’s Insurance Coverage During the early days of the rideshare industry, companies such as Lyft had no insurance coverage in the event their drivers caused or got into an auto accident. However, states have since enacted laws requiring Lyft and other rideshare companies to have insurance coverage. In New Jersey, state law requires rideshare companies to provide certain minimum…

In the winter, one of the most common contributing factors to car accidents is the presence of snow or black ice on the road. But if a car accident is caused by snow or black ice on the road, who can be held at fault for the crash and resulting injuries? Fault for a Snow or Black Ice Accident Fault for injuries and losses arising from a car accident in which snow or black ice was a contributing factor may depend on other circumstances in the accident. Most importantly, fault will depend on whether the drivers involved in the accident were driving in a careful, safe manner. Drivers have a duty to drive appropriately and safely given road and weather…

The holidays are a great time for getting together with family and friends. Many of us will attend parties or holiday dinners. But this also means an increased risk of drunk driving as people choose to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol at a dinner or party. If you plan to be out on the road during the holidays, here are three tips that can help reduce your chances of being involved in a drunk driving accident.  Keep Your Distance First, you should keep your distance from other vehicles you suspect may be operated by an intoxicated driver. Common signs that a driver may be intoxicated include: Failing to come to a stop at the stop lineDrifting in and…