With more than 250 years of combined legal experience, Munley Law’s award-winning Wilkes-Barre Lyft accident lawyers are the team you want on your side when you need to pursue justice. We will build the strongest case possible and fight for fair compensation for your injuries.
Our firm has helped accident victims move on with their lives since 1959. We’ve secured settlements and verdicts totaling more than $1 billion, with one of our major victories being a $17.5 million jury verdict in a car accident case. We will shoulder the legal burden for you, so you can focus on recovery. Our attorneys have decades of experience handling complex personal injury and rideshare accident cases throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania and are committed to pursuing the best possible outcome for every client.
Our lawyers hold or have held leadership positions in respected organizations and are honored regularly by the American Association for Justice, National Trial Lawyers, Best Lawyers, and others.
Munley Law has a history of excellence with a team of injury lawyers in Wilkes-Barre who will help identify the at-fault driver and compensate you for your injuries. Contact us for your free consultation today.
Call Us At 844-686-5397 Can You Sue Lyft For a Car Accident in Wilkes-Barre, PA?
You can file a lawsuit against Lyft for a car accident in Wilkes-Barre if a ride-sharing driver caused the accident. To hold Lyft liable, you must demonstrate that the Lyft driver was at fault and that they were logged into the Lyft app at the time of the accident. If the circumstances are otherwise, the driver’s auto insurance is used for a personal injury claim.
Lyft’s insurance policy covers when Lyft drivers have the app on and are:
- Accepting rideshare requests.
- On the way to pick up a rideshare passenger.
- Driving a rideshare passenger to a destination.
In the event of a motor vehicle accident, Lyft will cover third-party liability insurance if the driver’s insurance coverage does not provide accident victims with the following, at a minimum:
- $50,000/individual for injuries
- $100,000/accident for injuries
- $25,000/accident for property damages
Lyft’s guidelines cover these accidents:
- Lyft usually provides at least $1,000,000 in coverage for damage or injuries to others in an accident, although this amount can vary in different locations.
- Lyft also offers additional protections like coverage for accidents with uninsured or underinsured drivers, medical expenses, and injuries while working.
- If a driver has full coverage on their insurance, Lyft will cover damage to the driver’s car up to its current value, minus a $2,500 deductible.
While accidents involving Lyft drivers absolutely do happen in Wilkes-Barre and the greater Luzerne County, they’re not particularly common. Lyft hasn’t released state-, county-, or city-specific accident figures, the rideshare company’s 2024 safety report indicates there were 111 fatalities in Lyft accidents in the US from 2020 to 2022 (a rate of 14% per 100 million vehicle miles traveled). At Munley Law, our Wilkes-Barre Lyft accident lawyers will investigate your accident, identify all parties responsible for it, and hold them accountable for their negligence.
What to Do After a Wilkes-Barre Lyft Car Accident
If you were a passenger in a Wilkes-Barre Lyft rideshare accident, contact an experienced attorney at Munley Personal Injury Attorneys. A Wilkes-Barre Lyft attorney will conduct a free consultation and assessment of your compensation options for your injuries and damages.
At the accident scene, it is typical to feel overwhelmed, but it’s important that you act in a way that protects your rights. If you are physically able, after a Lyft accident, you should:
- Contact emergency services: Call 911 and seek medical attention. Adrenaline is high, but you may feel fine. However, heightened states often understate potential catastrophic injuries, which can grow worse as time passes, and there may be internal injuries that you are unaware of.
- Document damages: Take photos of injuries and damages.
- Capture the receipt for your trip: Save your trip information in the Lyft app. Download your trip information or take a screenshot of your trip details: include your route, the driver’s name, their vehicle information, the time that your rider picked you up, and your expected time of arrival.
- Interact with the accident report officer: Take down the name and badge number of the officer creating the accident report. If officers have questions, provide simple statements for police reports; make no mention that you are “ok.” Your commentary may be used against you when claims are offered.
- Formally report your accident to Lyft: Use your Lyft app to report your accident and ensure an electronic time-stamped trail. Use the “Report an Accident” button to allow a Lyft agent to reach out to you; state the bare facts carefully. Be sure to record the assigned claim reference number.
- Refrain from talking to Lyft agents and insurers: Lyft will send a representative to get a statement from you about the accident. Do not comment on anything. Lyft insurance representatives will also try to reach you. You must contact a Lyft accident attorney before making any statement.
- Contact a reputable car accident lawyer: The chaos and complexities of a rideshare accident are best managed with an experienced Lyft or Uber accident attorney in Wilkes-Barre. Our reputable legal team will help you get compensation.
Do not wait too long to contact a Wilkes-Barre Lyft accident lawyer. Under 42 Pa. C.S.A. § 5524(2), Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations only gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a claim.
“Since 1959, we have secured over $1 billion in compensation for our clients. When someone is seriously injured, they’re up against insurance companies with unlimited resources. My job is to level that playing field, and fight until they get the justice they deserve.”
Daniel W. Munley
Liable Parties in a Lyft Accident in Wilkes-Barre
As with all types of motor vehicle accidents, any number of parties may be responsible for a Lyft accident. These parties can include:
- The Lyft driver
- Another driver
- A pedestrian or cyclist
- The city (if the accident occurred due to something like poor road maintenance)
- And more
Pennsylvania follows a choice no-fault insurance system, meaning drivers select either limited tort or full tort coverage when purchasing auto insurance. Your own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage generally pays for initial medical expenses regardless of who caused the crash. However, fault still matters in Lyft accident cases because injured parties may pursue claims against the at-fault driver or other responsible parties for damages that exceed PIP benefits.
It’s often possible for multiple parties to share some degree of fault. For instance, imagine that a Lyft rideshare driver breezes through a stop sign without stopping and is hit by another driver who is texting, unable to survey the situation and stop in time. In a case like this, both parties may bear some fault, although it’s not always a 50/50 split. It may be that one party bears 80% of the fault while another party bears 20%. Under 42 Pa. C.S. § 7102, PA’s comparative negligence rule:
- An injured person can recover damages as long as they are not more than 50% at fault (i.e., they must be 50% or less at fault).
- Any damages awarded are reduced by the person’s percentage of fault.
In determining liability, investigators and your insurance company adjusters will look at whether any of the drivers involved were negligent in some way; for instance, whether they were showing signs of distracted driving, not obeying traffic laws, and more. Generally, the insurance companies involved will then assign each driver involved some percentage of responsibility.
It’s also important to note that Lyft views its rideshare drivers as independent contractors rather than full-time employees. This often prevents them from being held liable or found at fault in the event of an accident, as they can argue that it’s not the company’s fault, but merely the specific driver’s. This is a lot of information, and it may seem confusing and overwhelming. But there is a way through, with the help of experienced Wilkes-Barre Lyft accident lawyers from Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys.
Can a Lyft Driver Sue For the Car Accident in Wilkes-Barre, PA?
Yes, in Pennsylvania, as a Lyft driver who was injured while driving, you may be able to sue for damages depending on the circumstances of the car accident. If the other driver is at fault, you may file a lawsuit against them for damages if your claim does not produce desirable results. Another possibility is that Lyft is negligent because the app is faulty or your safety was not adequately accounted for.
What Can a Wilkes-Barre Lyft Accident Lawyer Do for You?
A Lyft lawyer knows the typical rideshare nuances and what to look for, what to detail, what is often overlooked, and how to negotiate. Your lawyer can help:
- Help document your injuries correctly and gather medical evidence to support your claim.
- Identify all available sources of compensation, including Lyft’s insurance coverage and other applicable policies.
- Preserve records, receipts, and other documentation related to your treatment and financial losses.
- Correspond with Lyft and insurance carriers
- Negotiate claims and settlement terms
- Take the case to court if a settlement cannot be reached
- If you are a rideshare driver, evaluate whether additional claims or insurance benefits may apply.
If necessary, your Lyft lawyer can provide direction, negotiations, and legal representation in court.
How Our Wilkes-Barre Lyft Accident Lawyer Can Help
Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys is one of the premier law firms in Pennsylvania. We have extensive experience helping car accident victims of all kinds, including victims of Lyft accidents, achieve the justice and compensation necessary to move forward. The trauma of experiencing an accident is enough; you should not need to bear the financial, emotional, and physical burden that ensues on your own. Our Uber and Lyft accident attorneys are here to help you carry that weight. Our reviews and credentials speak for themselves, and you can visit our client victories page on our site to learn about all the people we’ve advocated for.
Among those victories are a $4.4 million car accident settlement, a $2 million settlement for the family of a woman killed in a pedestrian accident, and a $1.9 million verdict for a family injured by a 16-year-old driver.
Munley Law has handled complex commercial vehicle and rideshare-related cases involving multiple insurance policies, serious injuries, and disputed liability. Lyft accident claims often require obtaining app records, driver-status information, electronic trip data, and insurance documentation to determine which coverage applies. Our attorneys conduct a thorough investigation to identify all responsible parties and available sources of compensation.
Some of our lawyers have held leadership positions in the American Association for Justice. Marion Munley is the association’s current Vice President. She’s also a Senior Fellow, and Caroline Munley is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America. Our lawyers have also won numerous awards and accolades, including J. Christopher Munley being named to the Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers list by the National Trial Lawyers.
Every case we take on receives the utmost care and consideration. What’s more, when you work with one of our Lyft accident lawyers, you don’t need to worry about racking up legal fees you can’t afford. We always discuss fees up front, so there are no mystery costs. Your consultation is always free, and our Wilkes-Barre personal injury attorneys do not get paid unless you win.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wilkes-Barre Lyft Accident Cases
Who Pays for My Injuries After a Lyft Accident in Wilkes-Barre?
Who pays for your injuries after a Lyft accident in Wilkes-Barre depends on what the Lyft driver was doing at the time of the accident. If the driver was logged into the app and accepting a ride, on route to pick up a passenger, or actively transporting a passenger, Lyft’s insurance policy may apply. If the driver wasn’t logged into the app, their personal car insurance usually applies.
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Lyft Accident?
You may be entitled to recover compensation covering economic and non-economic damages after a Lyft accident. This should cover medical expenses, future medical care, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and property damage. In cases involving permanent injuries or wrongful death, additional damages may be available.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lyft Accident Claim in Pennsylvania?
Under 42 Pa. C.S.A. § 5524(2), the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims gives you two years from the date of the incident to file a Lyft accident claim in Pennsylvania. If you miss this deadline, you may lose your right to seek compensation entirely.
If the injured person is a minor, Pennsylvania law (42 Pa. C.S. § 5533(b)) tolls the statute of limitations until their 18th birthday. In most cases, they then have until their 20th birthday to file a claim.
Can I File a Claim if I was Partially at Fault for the Lyft Accident?
You may be able to file a claim if you were partially at fault for the Lyft accident. Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning you can still recover compensation as long as you are less than 51% at fault for the accident. However, your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault. A Wilkes-Barre Lyft accident lawyer at Munley Law can help minimize any unfair blame placed on you and protect your right to recover damages.
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Wilkes-Barre Lyft Accident Lawyer?
It costs nothing upfront to hire a Munley Law Wilkes-Barre Lyft accident lawyer. We handle these cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you won’t pay a fee unless we win your case. Our lawyers will discuss fees clearly in advance, so you won’t be faced with any surprises.
Talk to a Wilkes-Barre Lyft Accident Lawyer Today
We believe all victims of Lyft accidents deserve justice. The laws around this sector are always changing, and you want someone in your corner who is up to date on the latest information and the very best ways to help you. At Munley Law, we aim to provide exactly that. Please do not hesitate to reach out to our rideshare accident lawyers in Wilkes-Barre for a free initial case evaluation.
Daniel W. Munley
Daniel W. Munley is an award-winning auto accident lawyer and advocate for auto accident victims. Widely recognized as a national leader when it comes to truck and rideshare accident cases, Daniel has been rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, alongside being named to Best Lawyers in America since 2013 and in 2020. Daniel has helped recover millions for injured auto accident victims, such as a $17.5 million jury verdict for a teen death caused by a car accident, and another $4.4 million settlement reached for car accident case. As well as this, Daniel has advocated for victims through speaking arrangements such as “Pennsylvania Practice Program: Auto and Trucking Cases.”
Reviewed by Bernadine Munley, Esq., Personal Injury Attorney at Munley Law, on August 4, 2026.
