There is no doubt that sexual assault is a major issue in the rideshare industry. Drivers take advantage of their access to passengers, which are often vulnerable. Drivers could lock passengers in the car and drive them to isolated areas where they can attack them. Of course, every sexual assault incident is different.
Sexual assault is an umbrella term that covers a number of incidents, which can include the following: unwanted touching, groping, rape, attempted rape, forcing the victim to perform any sexual act, etc. Sexual assault of any type can cause significant physical harm as well as mental and emotional harm. Sexual assault is among the most traumatic experiences anyone can suffer.
If you or a loved one suffered sexual assault at the hands of your Lyft driver, you could definitely have grounds to file a lawsuit. The experts here at our law firm can help you take action against Lyft and fight for your rights. You might have many questions regarding your legal options, including the time that you have to file an injury claim against Lyft. Do not hesitate to contact our experts at our firm immediately.
Here at the Normandie Law Firm, our lawyers have years of experience handling all sorts of claims, always remaining focused on getting our clients the highest recovery available. Our lawyers have decades of experience and are not afraid to take on Lyft or any other rideshare company to ensure that the rights of our clients are protected. Contact our legal office today to speak with our lawyers.
Questions Regarding the Time to Sue Lyft
Without a doubt, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit against Lyft if you or a loved one suffered harm at the hands of a Lyft driver. Many victims of Lyft driver sexual assault have reached out to our firm with some of the following questions:
- How long do I have to file a sexual abuse case against Lyft?
- What is the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit against Lyft for sexual assault?
- What is the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit against Lyft for sexual abuse?
- How much time do I have to file a lawsuit against Lyft for sexual assault at the hands of a Lyft driver?
- What deadline applies to my Lyft sexual assault claim?
In the upcoming sections, you will find important information about the time that you have to file your Lyft sexual assault lawsuit.
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What Statute of Limitations Typically Applies to Lyft Incidents?
Lyft incidents like car crashes, pedestrian accidents, and even assault and battery incidents are subject to the normal statute of limitations, which is set by the state. In California, these types of personal injury claims are subject to a two-year statute of limitations even if Lyft is involved. This means that claimants have only two years to sue for these incidents. However, it is important to note that these sexual assault cases are not subject to this deadline.
What is the Statute of Limitations for Lyft Sexual Assault?
How long do victims of sexual assault have to file a lawsuit? Whether or not the incident involved a Lyft driver, victims of sexual assault can have up to ten years to file a lawsuit for sexual assault. This is based on California law, which statues that victims of sexual assault have ten years from the date of the incident to take legal action. If the victim was underage at the time of the sexual assault, then the statute of limitations does not start running until after the victim’s eighteenth birthday.
Although your claim is subject to a ten-year statute of limitations, it is important that you act promptly to ensure that your claim is resolved and that you are fairly compensated sooner rather than later. Undeniably, the physical, mental, and emotional trauma resulting from a sexual assault incident can prevent victims from coming forward and looking for legal help. We understand these struggles, and we encourage victims to seek legal help with our experts as soon as possible.
The Importance of Filing Your Sexual Assault Claim against Lyft on Time
The statute of limitations ensures that claims are filed promptly – and essentially sets a limit to file a claim. Victims that fail to file their claims within the time allowed by the statute of limitations can risk their right to sue entirely. To ensure that you preserve your right to sue and can actually recover the settlement that you are owed, it is important that you file your claim on time. For more information about the total time that you have to file your Lyft sexual assault claim, contact us at your earliest convenience.
Your Right to Sue Lyft for Sexual Assault
Can you sue Lyft if you were sexually assaulted by one of their drivers? Yes – you could have grounds to file a lawsuit against Lyft. Even though drivers are independent contractors, Lyft can still be liable for their actions – as their actions can reflect negligence on Lyft’s part. More specifically, driver sexual assault of passengers can be a direct result of Lyft’s negligent hiring, negligent supervising, and negligent response to past incidents or allegations made against a driver. So, yes – you could sue Lyft for sexual assault at the hands of their drivers. For more information about your right to file a lawsuit, do not hesitate to contact the experts at our law firm today.
What Compensation Can You Get for Lyft Sexual Assault Lawsuits?
Given that you filed your Lyft sexual assault lawsuit on time and it’s successful, you could be compensated for the harm resulting from the sexual assault incident. What could you recover? If your sexual assault lawsuit against Lyft is successful, you could be eligible to recover compensation for some of the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Punitive damages
- Legal costs
For more information about the compensation that you could be awarded, do not hesitate to contact the experts here at our law firm immediately. Our lawyers are more than ready to fight for your rights and get you the highest settlement available for your sexual assault lawsuit against Lyft. If you are ready to speak with our Lyft sexual abuse lawyers, contact us today.
Contact Normandie Law Firm for Legal Help
Our lawyers have decades of experience and are ready to take on your Lyft sexual abuse lawsuit. Our experts have successfully sued Lyft in the past and have gotten our clients the best recoveries available for their claims. You can trust that our lawyers will do everything possible to ensure that your Lyft sexual abuse lawsuit is successful. Here at the Normandie Law Firm, we are dedicated to remaining accessible to everyone looking for legal representation after an incident. We offer free legal services, which include free consultations as well as free second opinions. During these free legal services, our Lyft sexual abuse attorneys will be available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and essentially provide you with all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim.
Our firm offers a Zero-Fee guarantee, which ensures that you will not be required to cover upfront legal costs for our legal services. Additionally, we work on contingency; this means that our clients will not be responsible for covering legal fees until after winning their claims. If you do not win, you will not have to pay any legal costs.
If you are ready to benefit from our free legal services and start the legal process against Lyft after suffering sexual assault at the hands of one of their drivers, do not hesitate to contact our lawyers today. We are ready to help you every step of the way.
