Uber or Lyft Accident in Michigan? Can You Sue and Who Pays?
If you are asking, "Can I sue an Uber or Lyft driver after an accident?," Michigan auto accident lawyer Sarah Gorski explains who can be held liable and how compensation works in rideshare injury cases. Learn more ➡ https://buckfirelaw.com/case-types/ca... When you are injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, there may be more than one insurance policy that can pay for your injuries. You may also qualify for Michigan no-fault benefits to cover medical bills and lost wages, even if you were not driving your own vehicle at the time of the crash. Compensation can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, disability, and future care costs. Contact Us: 855-529-2322 https://buckfirelaw.com Offices in Southfield, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Flint, and Macomb County Buckfire Law auto accident attorneys handle rideshare and car accident lawsuits, including: • Uber and Lyft accidents ➡ https://buckfirelaw.com/case-types/ca... • Distracted driving accidents ➡ https://buckfirelaw.com/case-types/ca... • Drunk driving accidents ➡ https://buckfirelaw.com/case-types/ca... • Fatal car accidents ➡ https://buckfirelaw.com/case-types/ca... • Texting driver accidents • Drug-impaired car accidents • Dram shop lawsuits 0:44 – How rideshare insurance coverage works in Michigan 1:01 – How no-fault benefits apply to rideshare accident victims 1:30 – Proving negligence in an Uber or Lyft accident 1:50 – How Buckfire Law handles Uber and Lyft accident cases Transcript: "Hi, I'm Sarah Gorski, an attorney with the Buckfire Law Firm. If you are injured in a car accident involving an Uber or Lyft vehicle in Michigan, you may be able to pursue a civil lawsuit, not only against the negligent driver, but in certain situations against the rideshare company as well. Uber and Lyft drivers use their personal vehicles, but Michigan law imposes liability when they are negligent behind the wheel. If an Uber or Lyft driver's careless driving caused the crash, such as failure to yield, speeding, distracted driving, or any other breach of the duty to drive safely, you can file a civil claim against that driver for your injuries and related losses. Ridshare accidents often involve additional insurance layers. Michigan now requires rideshare drivers to carry specific liability coverage while logged into the app and on a passenger trip. This means there may be significant insurance available to compensate you. In many cases, injured passengers or other motorists may also recover no-fault insurance benefits for medical bills, lost wages, attendant care, and other allowable benefits, even if you were not in your own vehicle. A civil lawsuit seeks compensation beyond no-fault benefits, such as pain and suffering, disability, future care costs, and other non-economic losses when negligence can be proven. Proving negligence requires gathering evidence like police reports, witness statements, medical records, and insurance coverage details. Rideshare companies have complex insurance policy rules depending on whether the driver was waiting for a ride request or actively transporting a passenger at the time of the crash. At the Buckfire Law Firm, we navigate these complexities for you. We identify the responsible parties, determine which insurance applies, and pursue full compensation for your injuries. Whether it's the driver's personal policy, the rideshare company's liability coverage, or other applicable policies, we work to ensure your medical bills, lost wages, and damages are covered under Michigan law. If you are hurt in an Uber or Lyft accident, contact us for a free consultation to discuss your rights and your options for pursuing a civil claim." Find Buckfire Law on Social Media: Facebook / buckfirelaw Instagram / buckfirelaw LinkedIn / buckfire-&-buckfire-p.c . Get Your Free Auto Accident Case Review ➡ https://buckfirelaw.com/case-types/ca... Buckfire Law is a top-rated Michigan personal injury and medical negligence law firm. Founded in 1969, Buckfire Law provides superior legal representation, including nursing home abuse and negligence cases. The award-winning law firm has offices in Southfield, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Flint, and Macomb County and handles cases throughout Michigan. There is No Fee Unless You Win a Settlement! #michigancaraccident #rideshare #caraccidentlawyers
