We depend on cars, but not everyone needs or can afford to own a car on their own, which makes many turn to taxis or rideshare services. Rideshare services like Lyft and Uber have changed the market. With a quick press of a button, you can get to where you need to go, often cheaper than a traditional taxi. However, accidents still happen, and when they do, you may need legal help. Call us today at The Galliher Law Firm to work with our Winchester, NV Lyft accident lawyer!
Lyft Accident Lawyer Winchester, NV
Lyft accidents can happen for various reasons. Some of these reasons include distracted driving, speeding or aggressive driving, failure to obey traffic laws, impaired driving, and fatigue from working long hours. Drivers can also be inexperienced. Even if they have experience driving themselves, being a Lyft driver can put them to the test, especially if they’re working long hours and are taking passengers to high-traffic areas.
While Lyft accidents share many of the same similarities as any car crashes, the issue of liability is a critical distinction. A Lyft accident can involve multiple layers of liability and insurance coverage. Liability can depend on whether the driver was logged into the app or waiting for a ride request, logged out of the app, or actively transporting a passenger. Each phase can trigger a different insurance policy, ranging from the driver’s own insurance coverage to Lyft’s commercial coverage, which may provide up to $1 million in liability protection.
Following a Lyft accident, a settlement or court award can pay for various damages. Besides immediate and future medical costs, a settlement can cover lost wages, job rehabilitation, reduced earning power, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and property damage. We’ll fight to make sure you receive the maximum compensation you’re entitled to.
Experience Matters For Lyft Accidents
Our Winchester Lyft accident lawyer brings over 40 years of experience, which can be pivotal when the stakes are high!
- Keith E. Galliher, Jr., founded our law firm in 1974, and he has handled numerous cases, securing millions in damages for his clients. He’ll use his legal knowledge and experience to help you secure a settlement focused on maximizing compensation.
- Mr. Galliher is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, an organization of the top 1% of trial lawyers nationwide. Besides experience as an attorney, he also has judicial experience.
- Mr. Galliher holds several professional memberships, including the Clark County Bar Association, the Nevada Trial Lawyers Association, and being a Senior Counsel for the College of Master Advocates and Barristers.
- We’re proud to have many positive testimonials from satisfied clients, resulting in several five-star reviews on Google.
Lyft accidents share many of the same similarities as any car crash, but the issue of liability can complicate them. Our Winchester Lyft accident lawyer can determine who’s liable and gather the necessary evidence to build a strong case. Discover how we can help by calling us today at The Galliher Law Firm to schedule a consultation!