FAQs Category: Gwinnett Ridesharing Accident

Both Uber and Lyft require background checks on all driver applicants, but the thoroughness of the background checks is a matter of debate. Serious criminal offenses, such as murder and sexual assault, as well as applicants who are registered sex offenders, are automatically disqualified. Language about “other felonies” that can also disqualify someone from becoming an Uber or Lyft […]

According to Georgia Motor Vehicles and Traffic Law § 40-5-39, a company cannot operate a motor vehicle for hire in this state without a for-hire license endorsement or a private background check. Under the same law, drivers must have liability insurance coverage in the amounts the law requires for the class of vehicle they operate. This […]

Under OCGA 33-1-24, rideshare insurance requirements are: A minimum of $1,000,000 liability coverage for all injuries, death, and property damage A minimum of $1,000,000 for underinsured/ uninsured motorist coverage The coverage must start when the driver accepts a ride request on the company network until the driver completes the transaction or ride, whichever is later.

In the event of an accident, both drivers and passengers for Uber and Lyft can rely on some insurance coverage provided by the respective companies. Both rideshare platforms provide a commercial liability policy that offers some protection to passengers and drivers if a crash occurs. The policies have a one-million-dollar minimum as per Georgia law. […]

In some injury claims, it becomes necessary to file a lawsuit against Uber, Lyft, or other potentially liable parties. Litigation might be necessary for your claim if the: Insurance policies are inadequate Insurance company fails to pay Ridesharing company acted irresponsibly A business is much more likely to be held legally accountable for an employee’s acts than […]

Insurance claims arise out of the damages that injured individuals face after an injury accident. If you suffer losses and inconveniences due to another party’s negligence, such as a rideshare driver or another motorist, you deserve compensation for them. The amount of compensation you request is dependent upon the types and severity of your compensable […]

Georgia law also allows for punitive damages if the liable party acted egregiously, for example, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Rideshare drivers who knowingly drive a defective vehicle can also be liable for paying the victim punitive damages. Punitive damages only apply in cases where the at-fault party’s actions show willful misconduct, malice, fraud, […]

Time is of the essence if you have sustained injuries in a vehicle accident. Rideshare accidents are no different. Georgia has a statute of limitations of two years from the date of the accident. In other words, if you are going to file an injury lawsuit, you have to do so within two years of the date […]

You have the right to handle your rideshare claim independently. You don’t have to hire a rideshare accident attorney. However, it is in your best interest to do so. Motor vehicle accident claims often become complicated fast. What might seem like a straightforward case with apparent liability and injuries, most of the time, is not. […]