Burn Injuries and Lyft Accidents in Alabama

If you or a loved one have suffered burn injuries resulting from a Lyft accident in Alabama, seeking legal help is crucial. Lyft-related accidents are increasingly common, and they can be devastating, especially when they result in severe injuries such as burns. As you navigate your healing journey, Birmingham-based Stephen Thompson is a dedicated personal injury lawyer who can aid you in securing compensation for your medical bills, pain, and suffering. 

Recognizing the growing need for Lyft accident litigation in Alabama, we have devoted a section on our website to thoroughly inform potential clients about the consequences of these accidents, particularly instances involving burn injuries.

Burn Injuries from Lyft Accidents

By definition, burn injuries are damage to one’s flesh or skin caused by heat, electricity, chemicals, light, radiation, or friction. Burn injuries resulting from Lyft accidents can occur due to explosions or fire following an accident, contact with hot surfaces or substances during an accident, or due to electrical shock if the impact involves electrical components of the vehicle. 

The severity of burns is categorized into first, second, third, or fourth-degree, with fourth-degree burns being the most severe. These injuries can be extraordinarily painful, leaving physical scars and potential emotional trauma, demanding extensive and highly specialized medical treatment. 

Alabama Law and Lyft Accidents

In Alabama, Lyft drivers are considered independent contractors, not Lyft employees. Consequently, the legal proceedings that arise from accidents involving these drivers can be quite complex. It's crucial to note that Alabama implements a contributory negligence law, meaning if you are found even minimally at fault for the accident, you may be barred from recovering any damages. This makes having a skilled Alabama personal injury lawyer, such as Stephen Thompson, on your side essential in navigating the legal intricacies of your case. 

Dealing with Insurance in Lyft Accidents

Lyft carries a $1 million liability insurance policy, which is indeed in effect when drivers have passengers or are en route to pick them up. However, Lyft, along with their insurers, could make it a difficult process for victims to receive rightful claims, often maneuvering to shift fault to the driver or another third party. 

In case of burn injuries, medical treatments can extend over a long period and induce unexpected expenses. A sound legal team can help secure compensation to cover your immediate and long-term medical costs, lost wages, and other expenses associated with your injury.

Your Legal Rights Following a Lyft Accident in Alabama

As a victim of a burn injury in a Lyft accident, you have the right to seek compensation for your damages. These damages might include medical expenses, loss of wages, scarring or disfigurement, physical pain, mental anguish, and more. 

It is crucial, however, to understand that the right to compensation is not automatic, but must be fought for in court or negotiated in settlement discussions. This is where Stephen Thompson, an experienced attorney in Alabama personal injury law, is instrumental. 

Why You Need a Lyft Accident Lawyer 

Representing yourself in a Lyft accident lawsuit can be overwhelming and unproductive as these legal proceedings are typically complicated and lengthy. A skilled Lyft accident attorney like Stephen Thompson can help by: 

• Collecting and preserving evidence.
• Communicating with insurance companies.
• Understanding and applying Alabama law.
• Helping in calculation of damages,
• Negotiating for a fair settlement.
• Advocating for you in court if a fair settlement cannot be obtained.

Contact Us Today

Recovering from a burn injury resulting from a Lyft accident can take a toll on you and your family. Let Stephen Thompson, an experienced Alabama personal injury lawyer, ease this burden. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and let us help you get the compensation you deserve. 

Free Initial Strategy Session

All Initial Strategy Sessions are Free. If you would like to discuss your options, you are invited to fill out one of the Contact Forms. I will attempt to contact you if I think I can help you.

During your Initial Strategy Session, I will asist you in creating a strategy on how to best pursue your claim, whether it be the result of a Car Accident Claim, 18 Wheeler Injury, or, Alabama Workers' Compensation Claim. At your Initial Strategy Session, you will receive the following:

• First - I will listen to your story. You will have a chance to tell everything to someone who wants to hear what happened to you.
• Based on the information that you provide, I will give you my best advice on both what claims you have, and the next steps you should consider to proceed with your claim(s).
• If your claim is something that I think I can help you with, I will explain the services that I can provide for you, and what the next steps are that we should take. We will start working immediately.
• If your matter is something that I do not think I can help you with, then I will attempt to put you in contact with another lawyer that might be able to help you.
• Either way, what should happen is we will put to rest some of the unkowns that you may be experiencing. We will start to shed some light on what you can expect, and how to best pursue the benefits you deserve.

Don't delay getting the recovery you deserve! Contact us today for your free Strategy Session!