{"id":1407,"date":"2026-10-22T07:28:19","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T07:28:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-138-224-95.nip.io\/car-accident-lawyer\/bakersfield-lyft-accident-attorney\/"},"modified":"2026-10-24T08:14:52","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T08:14:52","slug":"bakersfield-lyft-accident-attorney","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/bakersfield-lyft-accident-attorney\/","title":{"rendered":"Bakersfield Lyft Accident Attorney | Colvin Accident Lawyers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Street scene in Bakersfield, California, showing a parked Lyft rideshare car on a city road with traffic lights and nearby vehicles.\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/street-scene-in-bakersfield-california-showing-a-parked-lyft-photo.jpg\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Rideshare Accidents | Bakersfield, CA<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hurt in a Lyft? Talk to a Bakersfield Accident Lawyer<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Colvin Accident Lawyers represents passengers, drivers and pedestrians injured in rideshare crashes in Bakersfield and throughout Kern County. Start with a free, confidential, no-obligation consultation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a Free Case Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a Free Case Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Donald Norman Colvin \u00b7 Published October 22, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>If you were hurt in a Lyft crash, insurance is often the first question. A Lyft accident claim follows the same core injury rules as other car crashes, but the policies that apply can depend on what the driver was doing at the time. This guide explains the facts a Bakersfield Lyft accident attorney reviews, and how to start a free, confidential consultation with Colvin Accident Lawyers.<\/p>\n<h2>Who This Page Is For and What a Lyft Accident Claim Involves<\/h2>\n<p>A Lyft accident claim seeks compensation for injuries or death caused by a crash involving a vehicle driven for Lyft. This page is written for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Injured Lyft passengers<\/li>\n<li>Drivers and passengers in other cars hit by a Lyft driver<\/li>\n<li>Pedestrians and cyclists struck by a Lyft vehicle<\/li>\n<li>Family members of someone killed in a Lyft-related crash<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A Lyft claim adds one extra question to a standard car accident claim: which insurance policies may apply. The firm is based in Bakersfield. This page also speaks to readers in Kern County, Fresno, Visalia, Lancaster, Palmdale, Delano and Tehachapi. You don&#8217;t need to know the legal terms before you reach out. Start with what happened and when.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a Lyft driver or ride left you hurt, you may have a claim, and you don&#x27;t have to sort out the insurance alone. Call Colvin Accident Lawyers to talk through your trip and your options. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/severely-damaged-car-on-a-deserted-street-on-a-foggy-morning-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Severely damaged car on a deserted street on a foggy morning.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>How Insurance Coverage Changes With the Trip Stage<\/h2>\n<p>Insurance for a Lyft crash can change based on the trip stage at the moment of impact. The common stages are app off, app on and waiting for a request, en route to pick up a passenger, and passenger in the car. Each stage can lead to a different insurance answer.<\/p>\n<p>California&#8217;s insurance code shows why this matters. Section 11580.2 states that uninsured motorist coverage does not apply to bodily injury to the insured while occupying a motor vehicle rented or leased to the insured for public or livery purposes (<a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=INS&amp;sectionNum=11580.2.\">Cal. Ins. Code \u00a7 11580.2<\/a>). This provision addresses only uninsured motorist coverage and does not by itself determine how a personal auto policy or rideshare company coverage applies to a Lyft trip. A personal auto policy may not respond the same way on every trip. Whether it applies depends on the policy language and the facts of the trip.<\/p>\n<p>Facts that usually matter include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The app status and trip record for the time of the crash<\/li>\n<li>The driver&#8217;s account and the vehicle involved<\/li>\n<li>The exact time and location of the crash<\/li>\n<li>The police report<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Collect what you can early. These details often decide which policies get reviewed first.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Lyft Accident Causes and Injuries We Review<\/h2>\n<p>Lyft crashes often share causes with other car crashes, such as speed, distraction and unsafe driving. California law says no one may drive &#8220;at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent&#8221; for the conditions on the road (<a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=22350.\">Cal. Veh. Code \u00a7 22350<\/a>). Common causes include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Distracted driving, including phone or app use<\/li>\n<li>Fatigue after long shifts<\/li>\n<li>Unsafe lane changes and rear-end impacts<\/li>\n<li>Intersection collisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Injuries can be serious. MedlinePlus notes that motor vehicle accidents can cause <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/001066.htm\">spinal cord injuries<\/a>, which need immediate medical attention. The American Association of Neurological Surgeons describes <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aans.org\/patients\/conditions-treatments\/sports-related-head-injury\/\">traumatic brain injury<\/a> that can follow blows or jolts to the head.<\/p>\n<p>Pedestrian and cyclist cases also matter. Under California&#8217;s Vehicle Code, pedestrian right-of-way rules do not relieve a driver &#8220;from the duty to exercise due care for the safety of any pedestrian upon a roadway&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=21954.\">Cal. Veh. Code \u00a7 21954<\/a>). <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=21954.\">Cal. Veh. Code \u00a7 21954<\/a> reads: &#8220;(c) (1) A peace officer, as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, shall not stop a pedestrian for a violation of subdivision (a) unless a reasonably careful person would realize there is an immediate danger of a collision with a moving vehicle or other device moving exclusively by human power.&#8221; The firm also handles catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters, with the family&#8217;s needs in mind.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Do Right After a Lyft Crash<\/h2>\n<p>Get medical care first, then keep records and speak carefully with insurers. Early steps can shape how the claim is documented later.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>See a medical provider promptly, even if pain seems minor at first.<\/li>\n<li>Keep every record, bill and discharge instruction.<\/li>\n<li>Report the crash to police and ask for the report number.<\/li>\n<li>Write down the names of the drivers and passengers, and the trip details if you can get them.<\/li>\n<li>Photograph the scene, vehicle damage, visible injuries and road conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Keep copies of every letter, call and offer from an insurer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>California law requires a driver in an injury crash to stop at the scene (<a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=20001.\">Cal. Veh. Code \u00a7 20001<\/a>). The driver must also report injury crashes within 10 days, personally or through an insurance agent, broker or legal representative (<a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&amp;sectionNum=16000.\">Cal. Veh. Code \u00a7 16000<\/a>). The insurance code lists as an unfair claims settlement practice, when knowingly committed with such frequency as to indicate a general business practice, &#8220;Directly advising a claimant not to obtain the services of an attorney&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=INS&amp;sectionNum=790.03.\">Cal. Ins. Code \u00a7 790.03<\/a>). Review any early offer before you sign a release.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Works From Your Call to Resolution<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a free, confidential first consultation, with no obligation to continue. From there, the firm reviews the facts, investigates, and negotiates. A Bakersfield Lyft accident attorney works through these steps with you.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation.<\/strong> You describe the crash, your injuries and the insurance information you have.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Case review.<\/strong> The team reviews the trip stage, police report, medical records and insurance details for each party who may be responsible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> The firm gathers evidence and communicates with insurers on the client&#8217;s behalf.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand and negotiation.<\/strong> The firm presents the claim and negotiates. If an agreement isn&#8217;t reached, a lawsuit may be needed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Timelines vary with the injuries, the insurers and the complexity of the claim. Each case depends on its own facts, so the firm will explain the likely next steps as they come up.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Work With Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>Colvin Accident Lawyers is a personal injury firm based in Bakersfield, California. Donald Norman Colvin is the responsible lawyer for this page. The firm&#8217;s lawyers and support staff handle intake, records, insurer communication and case preparation. Our team explains the facts, the law and your options at each stage.<\/p>\n<p>The firm&#8217;s practice areas overlap with many Lyft claims. They include car accident, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, pedestrian, bus, premises liability, dog bite, catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. No lawyer can know how a particular claim will end. What the firm can do is explain what the facts show and what the law requires.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Lyft Accident Claims<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I bring a claim if I was a passenger in a Lyft?<\/summary><p>Passengers may have a claim against the at-fault driver. Which insurance applies depends on the trip stage and the policies involved.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need to know the app status to start a claim?<\/summary><p>No. Trip status is one of the facts reviewed during the investigation.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if a Lyft driver hit me while I was in my own car?<\/summary><p>The same coverage questions apply, and the trip facts still matter. Bring any police report and insurance letters you have.<\/p><\/details><h3>Can I still recover if I was partly at fault? Possibly. Under California&#8217;s comparative fault rule, an award is generally reduced by your share of fault. Whether you can recover depends on the facts of your case.<\/h3><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file?<\/summary><p>Injury and wrongful death claims generally must be filed within two years under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=335.1.\">Cal. Code Civ. Proc. \u00a7 335.1<\/a>. Damage to property, such as a vehicle, has a three-year period under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=338.\">Cal. Code Civ. Proc. \u00a7 338<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does a claim always mean going to court?<\/summary><p>Not always. A claim may settle without a trial, or a lawsuit may be needed. The firm will explain both paths.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/several-no-left-turn-traffic-signs-mounted-together-against-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Several &quot;No Left Turn&quot; traffic signs mounted together against a blue sky.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk to Colvin Accident Lawyers About Your Lyft Crash<\/h2>\n<p>If a Lyft ride or a Lyft driver left you hurt, and an insurer is asking for a recorded statement, you don&#8217;t have to sort it out alone. Our team can review your trip status, police report and insurance information with you. If you&#8217;re ready to talk, <a href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">contact Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a> to schedule your consultation today.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. 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Consider speaking with a lawyer before giving a recorded statement or signing any release.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Call Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Call Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">If You Were Involved in a Rideshare Crash<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Medical Care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See a doctor even if your injuries seem minor. Some injuries appear hours or days after a crash.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Document the Scene<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photograph vehicles, injuries, road conditions and the surrounding area when it is safe to do so.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep Your Records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save your ride receipt, app screenshots, the police report number and all medical bills.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Our Team<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reach out to Colvin Accident Lawyers for a free consultation and help reviewing your next steps.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk to Colvin Accident Lawyers About Your Rideshare Accident<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/\">Car Accident Lawyer<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/best-uber-car-accident-lawyers\/\">Best Uber Car Accident Lawyers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/bike-accident-lawyer\/\">Bike Accident Lawyer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/car-accident-law-firm-delano\/\">Car Accident Law Firm Delano<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/car-accident-law-firm-kern-county\/\">Car Accident Law Firm Kern County<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/car-accident-law-firm-lancaster\/\">Car Accident Law Firm Lancaster<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hurt in a Lyft crash near Bakersfield? Learn how the trip stage affects insurance. 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