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When a Lyft Ride Ends in an Accident

A Lyft ride is supposed to make your trip safer, not send you to the hospital. But across Philadelphia, rideshare crashes are rising, caused by drivers juggling navigation apps, chasing bonuses, and cutting corners in city traffic.

At Kwartler Manus, our Lyft accident attorneys in Philadelphia handle Lyft accidents differently. We act immediately, before the company’s lawyers or insurers can shift the blame. Our attorneys know exactly how Lyft’s system works, how their policies apply, and how to uncover the data they’d rather you never see.

Understanding Lyft’s Insurance and Responsibility

Lyft’s insurance system is built to confuse victims. The coverage changes depending on what the driver was doing when the crash occurred. We simplify the chaos and make sure the right policy pays.

Here’s how Lyft coverage typically works:

  • App Off: Only the driver’s personal insurance applies.
  • App On, Waiting for Ride: Lyft provides limited liability coverage ($50,000 per person / $100,000 per accident).
  • Ride Accepted or Passenger in Car: Up to $1 million in coverage through Lyft’s commercial policy.

Even with that coverage, Lyft often denies liability, claiming the driver wasn’t “active” or was between rides. We know how to prove otherwise through app logs, trip data, and digital timestamps.

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Why Lyft Crashes Keep Happening

Behind every Lyft crash is a system that pushes speed over safety. Drivers often work multiple apps, drive long hours, and navigate dense Philadelphia streets while distracted by GPS or incoming ride alerts.

The most common causes we uncover include:

  • Distracted driving from phones or app notifications
  • Fatigue from long shifts or multiple platforms
  • Unsafe lane changes or illegal turns
  • Speeding to complete more rides per hour
  • Vehicle maintenance neglect

These are not random errors; they are predictable results of Lyft’s business model. Our job is to prove that and turn it into leverage for your recovery.

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At Kwartler Manus, LLC, we believe that your first and only concern should be your recovery. Our team can help you navigate this process quickly and efficiently!

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Determining Who’s Liable

Liability in Lyft cases isn’t always clear-cut. While drivers are technically “independent contractors,” that doesn’t excuse Lyft from accountability. Our attorneys identify every responsible party and pursue them aggressively.

Those parties can include:

  • The Lyft driver for negligent operation
  • Lyft for negligent hiring, supervision, or safety enforcement
  • Third-party fleet owners or maintenance providers
  • Other motorists who contributed to the collision

We secure all relevant evidence, from electronic trip data to dash cam footage, and build your case for maximum impact.

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The Serious Injuries We See

The force of a rideshare crash can cause significant harm, especially to passengers and pedestrians who have no protection from impact. Our clients have suffered:

  • Head and brain injuries
  • Neck and spinal trauma
  • Broken bones or internal bleeding
  • Severe lacerations or burns
  • Long-term disability or wrongful death

We calculate every dollar of damage, not just medical bills, but lost income, emotional suffering, and future care costs. Lyft’s settlement offers rarely reflect the true cost of your injuries, which is why we prepare every case for trial.

What You Can Recover

We pursue full compensation for all damages, including:

  • Medical expenses and rehabilitation
  • Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
  • Pain and emotional suffering
  • Property damage or vehicle replacement
  • Loss of companionship in fatal cases

We don’t negotiate from weakness; we apply pressure through evidence, litigation readiness, and a proven record in Pennsylvania courts.

How Kwartler Manus Wins Lyft Cases

Our process is fast, data-driven, and relentless. From day one, we:

  1. Preserve app data, communications, and GPS logs before they vanish.
  2. Investigate every level of liability, from driver to corporation.
  3. Work with medical and financial experts to document your losses.
  4. Negotiate from a trial-ready position that insurers can’t ignore.

Lyft has national defense teams that move quickly. We move faster and with one goal: your recovery.

Why Victims Choose Kwartler Manus

Kwartler Manus Lyft accident lawyers in Philadelphia are Philadelphia’s aggressive, trial-ready injury firm. We’ve handled over 2,500 cases and tried more than 250 jury trials across Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Clients choose KM because:

  • You get direct access to your attorney, not a call center.
  • We never grant extensions to the defense.
  • Our tech-driven systems keep you updated in real time.
  • We build every case for trial from the start.

We combine speed with precision: the same qualities that win verdicts and force fair settlements.

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Serving Lyft Accident Victims Across Philadelphia

Our Philadelphia office represents clients in:

  • Philadelphia County
  • Bucks County
  • Montgomery County
  • Delaware County
  • Chester County

We’ll meet you wherever you are, in the hospital, at home, or virtually, and start your claim immediately.

Contact Our Philadelphia Lyft Accident Lawyers

Lyft has its own team of attorneys protecting its brand. You need a team protecting your future.

Call Kwartler Manus today for a free consultation. You’ll speak directly with a lawyer ready to start your case right now.

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