Rideshare services are common ways to get around in Kentucky. While they’re generally considered fairly safe, there’s still a chance that people who use these services like Lyft or Uber will be involved in a crash before reaching their destinations.
When a crash occurs, victims generally have the right to seek compensation for specific damages. Understanding the different types of damages that are possible may help a victim as they pursue their case and seek the compensation they’re due.
Medical expenses
This encompasses past and future medical treatment related to injuries stemming from the crash. It covers everything from emergency room visits, surgical costs, medication and physical therapy to any long-term rehabilitation.
Lost wages and earning capacity
If the victim misses work due to injuries, they might be compensated for lost wages. If the injuries impact the victim’s ability to work in the future, compensation for loss of earning capacity may also be awarded.
Property damage
Compensation for repairs to or replacing the vehicle and any personal property damaged in the crash can be included in the legal claim. It’s critical for victims to keep copies of receipts for these damages so they can accurately report them.
Pain and suffering
This compensates the victim for the physical pain and emotional distress suffered due to the crash. It includes compensation for any ongoing discomfort, fear, anxiety, loss of enjoyment of life and other psychological impacts.
Emotional distress
Separate from pain and suffering, this covers psychological impacts such as anxiety, depression and PTSD that may arise from the crash. Expenses related to the mental health treatments for these conditions may be included in the damages for medical care.
Victims of rideshare crashes in Kentucky should ensure they understand their rights. These cases can be complex, so having a legal representative to work on a particular matter may help to reduce the stress of the legal “side” of a crash’s aftermath. Kentucky enforces strict time limits on such cases, so it’s critical to get to work quickly after a crash to avoid missing the applicable deadline.
