How Long Does it Take Lyft to Pay for Property Damage to my Car?

No one wants to have their car damaged by a Lyft driver. But the silver lining is that property damages are much easier to get paid for than bodily injuries. Just get the estimate from your mechanic, send it to Lyft with the claim forms, and you should be paid in just a few weeks, right? That’s the way it should be, but things don’t always work out so easily. We know this for a fact based on the many clients who’ve asked us, “Why is Lyft’s insurance taking such a long time to pay for the damage to my car?”

Lyft drivers are required to have commercial insurance specifically to cover third party damages. So it’s understandably upsetting when a claim is stuck in limbo with no end in sight. Today, we’ll go over the average timeline for a property damage claim against Lyft, and factors that can add to this time period. Then, we’ll talk about your legal rights and what you can do to get results.

Average Length of Time to Get Paid on a Lyft Property Damage Claim

Property damage claims with no bodily injuries are typically resolved in the first few months after you file a claim. The process can be even quicker if you work with an attorney. For example, we’ve resolved damage claims in just 30 days for clients who’ve contacted us right after their accident. But even if you file the claim on your own, Lyft is obligated to respond in a timely manner.

But what exactly is “timely” for an insurance company? Considering the massive number of claims Lyft is dealing with on a daily basis, it could be 3 to 6 weeks before you get a response. However, things could take longer depending on the damages and the amount of compensation you’re asking for. We will go over these factors in the next section, and the actions you can take with help from an attorney.

If you need help with a property damage claim against Lyft, contact the rideshare insurance attorneys of Normandie Law Firm.

Why is Lyft Taking such a Long Time to Pay for my Property Damage?

So we’ve talked about the average length of time it could take to hear back from a representative after you file your claim. But what if it’s been over 6 weeks and there’s still no answer? It’s possible that your claim has slipped through the cracks, which is not unheard of when companies are dealing with thousands of claims at once. That’s why it’s crucial to check up on your claim after a few weeks and make sure it’s at least in the review process.

If Lyft’s insurance company rejects your claim, they have to give you a clear reason as to why it was denied. This is the point where we see quite a few of our clients, who are tired of being ignored or given evasive answers when they demand to know why they’re claim in invalid. Our lawyers are used to getting these answers out of insurance companies, and sometimes, it’s simply a matter of missing or erroneous information. But we’ve also come across insurance agents that were acting in bad faith.

One situation we come across often is insurance agencies making clients wait in an effort to wear them down. They may also reject the client initially, and then get back to them weeks later with a lower settlement amount. By that point, the client may jump at it because they’re happy to get anything at all. We find such practices unacceptable, considering the straight forward nature of property damage claims. We can spot these games a mile away and have the methods for getting results from reluctant insurance providers.

Then again, some accidents are more complex than others and may require a more thorough investigation. Lyft has a right to do this, but they must make that clear when you ask for the status of your claim. Evasive answers or no answers week after week are unreasonable, and the best thing you can do in this case is to speak to a lawyer.

If you’re struggling to get answers from Lyft, call the property damage claims attorneys of Normandie.

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Can I Hire a Lawyer to Help me Get Paid for my Property Damage?

Yes, an experienced Lyft insurance claims lawyer can help you get paid for the property damage to your car. In fact, clients who work with an attorney right from the beginning tend to get paid faster since their claim is filed correctly and in a timely manner. But you can consult an insurance claims lawyer at any time in the claims process. In some cases, this may be the only way Lyft takes you seriously and moves to resolve your claim. In other cases, you are not being intentionally ignored but your case has somehow fallen through the cracks. Clients who suspect this may be the case may have difficulty reaching the correct people or department and verifying the status of their claim. Many of our previous clients were in this exact situation and found themselves stuck until we acted on their behalf.

An attorney can also be helpful if you need to negotiate a fair compensation amount. This is not a frequent issue with property damage claims, which are easily justified by a mechanic’s estimate. But if Lyft insists on disputing your claim month after month, attorney intervention may be the only way to recover your losses. If an agreement cannot be reached after months of negotiation, your attorney can help you file a lawsuit against Lyft. This is rare when it comes to property damage claims, but it’s best to be prepared and work with an attorney who’s experienced enough for the all the possible outcomes.

If you’re not making progress in a property damage claim against Lyft, contact our office and speak to one of our attorneys.

Spanish Speaking Attorneys are Available

Our law firm has Spanish-speaking lawyers and paralegals to assist you if you don’t speak English. They can address all your concerns regarding your damage claim against Lyft and make sure your paperwork is filed in a timely manner. Additionally, we will handle all verbal and written communications with Lyft and ensure that you are fully compensated for the damage to your car. Contact our office right away and speak to a bilingual Lyft accident claims attorney.

Can I Switch Lawyers?

Yes, you are allowed to switch to another lawyer during an insurance case, though it’s a big decision that should not be made lightly. As we stated before, these cases are usually straight-forward, meaning there shouldn’t be any major delay in getting paid for your damages. Many clients know this and begin to suspect their attorney isn’t doing their job.

It’s certainly possible that your lawyer has put you on the back burner to chase cases with higher values. Another possibility is that your lawyer isn’t as familiar with rideshare insurance claims as they should be. This creates two possible issue that frustrate clients: 1) the lawyer takes excuses from the insurance company at face value and is slow to take legal action; 2) the attorney pressure the client to accept a lower settlement so they can close the case and move on to something they’re more familiar with. Either way, it’s a disservice to the client, who is left with less than satisfactory results.

Of course, there’s no way to tell if any of issues apply to your lawyer without reviewing your case. That’s why we invite you to come in for a free second opinion with one of our attorneys. Perhaps your lawyer is taking all the right actions, but isn’t the best communicator. That’s a personal issue and may not be worth switching lawyers over. Additionally, there are consequences to switching attorneys that should be listed in the contract with your current law firm. We can go over these terms as well and make sure you understand the pros and cons of transferring your case.

Ultimately, the decision to transfer your case to us is up to you. We are happy to advise you of your rights either way, and hope to see you soon for a second opinion.

The Lyft Insurance Claims Attorneys of Normandie

Property damage claims are sometimes overlooked by insurance companies, who tend to focus their energies on fighting personal injury cases. When a client is in this situation, they need a lawyer on their side that is experienced with rideshare insurance coverage laws. The lawyers of Normandie have many years of recovering property damage compensation for clients from all walks of life. Our strategy is to take quick, decisive action on behalf of our clients, while treating them as we would treat our own family.

We would never charge family for legal representation, and the same principle applies to our clients. With our Zero fee guarantee, you will never be charged for our services until we win your case. And if we fail to settle your claim, we eat the costs and you pay us nothing. Our services are free as well if you’re unhappy with your attorney and wish to get a second opinion.

As you can see, there is nothing to lose by contacting us and scheduling a free consultation. We hope to see you soon and look forward to assisting you with your property damage claim against Lyft. Call us today and speak to the Los Angeles insurance claims attorneys of Normandie.

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