Hi, I’m LaShonda Council Rogers, your Georgia personal injury lawyer, and at Council & Associates, we care deeply about getting justice for our clients.
Rideshare services like Lyft have completely changed the way we travel—but when accidents happen, these cases can become legally complex, fast. If you’ve been injured in an accident involving a Lyft driver, it’s important to take steps early on to protect your health and maximize the value of your claim.
Here are four quick but powerful tips to help you strengthen your Lyft injury case:
✅ Tip 1: Take Pictures at the Scene
Immediately after the accident—if it’s safe to do so—take clear photos of:
- The accident scene
- All vehicles involved
- Road conditions
- Any visible injuries
Lyft representatives (and their insurance adjusters) often want to see property damage before offering compensation. Strong photo evidence helps validate your claim and adds weight to your case.
✅ Tip 2: Seek Medical Attention Right Away
If you’re hurt, don’t delay treatment. Even if the pain seems minor or you think it might go away, get evaluated by a doctor as soon as possible.
Why? Because if you wait days—or even weeks—insurance companies will use that delay to argue your injuries weren’t serious or related to the accident. Getting medical care quickly helps protect both your health and your legal claim.
✅ Tip 3: Follow Through With Medical Treatment
If your doctor recommends physical therapy, imaging, or follow-up appointments, stick to the plan.
Insurance companies look closely at whether you complied with treatment. If you miss appointments or stop therapy early, they may claim your injuries weren’t severe. On the flip side, be cautious of overtreating or undergoing unnecessary care just to “build” your case—this can backfire.
✅ Tip 4: Don’t Give a Recorded Statement Without an Attorney
Lyft representatives or insurers may ask for a recorded statement—but this can be risky.
Why? Because anything you say can and will be used to reduce the value of your claim. These reps are trained to ask questions that protect Lyft, not you. Before giving any formal statement, speak to an experienced Atlanta, GA Uber accident lawyer.