Rideshare Accidents (Uber & Lyft) in East New York — Legal Guide

Initial medical expenses are often covered through New York’s no-fault system, which provides personal injury protection benefits regardless of fault for covered medical costs and certain economic losses. No-fault benefits are typically available promptly if you have access to applicable coverage, helping you address immediate medical needs. However, no-fault coverage has limits and does not address non-economic damages like pain and suffering unless the injury meets the serious injury threshold under state law. If the rideshare company’s commercial policy applies, that insurer may cover additional medical costs or reimbursements beyond no-fault benefits, depending on the policy. Coordination between no-fault benefits and liable insurers often requires careful documentation and timely demands on responsible parties, so keeping thorough medical records and expense receipts is important to ensure appropriate coverage and reimbursement.