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The convenience and affordability of car-shares have made Zipcar, Evo, and Modo vehicles pervasive in many Canadian cities \u2014 but […]","datePublished":"2018-09-26","dateModified":"2025-02-12","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/author\/warnetthallen\/#Person","name":"Warnett Hallen LLP","url":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/author\/warnetthallen\/","identifier":8,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/05de9a8db316c941221d843d580903732966b9f3f8c338734c57a8535aba495e?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/05de9a8db316c941221d843d580903732966b9f3f8c338734c57a8535aba495e?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Warnett Hallen LLP","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/logo.png","url":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/logo.png","width":406,"height":65}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/iStock-836318984.jpg","url":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/iStock-836318984.jpg","height":1414,"width":2121},"url":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/claim-insurance-car-share-accident\/","about":["Accident & Injury","Car Accident Lawyer","Car Accidents"],"wordCount":599,"articleBody":"Car-sharing is a popular way to rent a car for short-term trips. Users can rent cars from a company or another individual without the hassle, expense, and 24-hour commitment associated with traditional rental car companies. The convenience and affordability of car-shares have made Zipcar, Evo, and Modo vehicles pervasive in many Canadian cities \u2014 but an increase of these vehicles on the road also raises the likelihood of a car-share accident.Were you hurt in an accident involving a car-share in Vancouver? You could be entitled to compensation for your injuries and crash-related losses. But it\u2019s crucial to understand what\u2019s expected of you based on the terms of your rental agreement before you file an insurance claim.Some companies hold drivers financially responsible for specific costs, such as deductibles for vehicle repairs. If you\u2019re not familiar with these requirements, you could wind up on the hook for out-of-pocket expenses that the company or your insurance provider should cover.Not sure what to do? Call or contact a car-share accident lawyer at Warnett Hallen LLP for a free consultation.Insurance Coverage for Common Car-Share CompaniesThe insurance coverage provided by car-share providers varies from company to company. Ideally, you should review every detail included in the agreement before you sign it so you\u2019re aware of the costs you could incur if there\u2019s an accident. Realistically, most of us don\u2019t have time to read the fine print. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve included an overview of the coverage offered by some of the most popular car-share companies in British Columbia.EvoEvo provides third-party liability coverage for its car-share vehicles. However, there\u2019s a deductible of up to $1,000, which you would have to pay if you cause an accident.You could also be financially responsible for expenses resulting from a crash if you violate any of the rental agreement terms, such as driving under the influence.Disturbingly, Evo doesn\u2019t cover car-share accidents caused by the poor condition of the car. For example, if a faulty part leads to a crash, the company would not assume liability for your losses.ModoModo is another car-share company that provides third-party liability insurance. If you\u2019re in a crash while behind the wheel of one of their vehicles, you may have to pay up to a $1,000 deductible for the damage. However, there are two damage fee options you can choose from to eliminate this deductible. You must purchase one of these options in advance and re-enroll after the crash.What to Do After a Car-Share AccidentNo one is ever prepared for an accident. It\u2019s a traumatic experience that can have significant emotional, physical, and financial repercussions. However, there are some steps you should follow to protect your rights.Call the police immediately after the crash. Inform them of what happened and wait for an officer to arrive at the scene. If necessary, request an ambulance to take you and other injured parties to the hospital.Notify the car-share service promptly. You should request a copy of the insurance policy so that you understand your rights and responsibilities. An experienced Vancouver car-share accident lawyer could represent you and handle these aspects of the claim.Hire a Personal Injury LawyerThe layers of insurance coverage involved in a car-share accident can be confusing. Trying to determine what compensation you\u2019re eligible to receive can cause significant stress. However, the Vancouver car-share accident lawyers at Warnett Hallen LLP have extensive experience handling cases like these. Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced Vancouver car accident lawyer."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"How to Claim Insurance from a Car-Share Accident","item":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/claim-insurance-car-share-accident\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]