Anaheim Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer
Anaheim Uber and Lyft Accident Attorney
If you or a loved one was injured in an Uber or Lyft crash, an Anaheim Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can guide you through the complex legal and insurance issues that can arise in rideshare accidents. These crashes often involve multiple parties, insurance policies, companies, and disputed liability issues that are unique from other car accidents. At Easton & Easton, our lawyers help injured passengers, drivers, and pedestrians recover fair compensation.
About Easton & Easton
Easton & Easton is a family-run personal injury law firm serving Southern California for decades. Our attorneys represent only individuals who have suffered severe injuries or lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence. Our firm has secured more than $100 million for clients in recent years and has earned Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 designations year after year.
We regularly handle cases in Orange County, including Anaheim and the surrounding communities.
Uber and Lyft Accident Laws in California
Uber and Lyft accidents are subject to California personal injury laws, as well as special rideshare laws. Under California law, rideshare companies Uber and Lyft are both defined as Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) and are subject to special insurance requirements based on the driver’s status when the crash occurred. This usually falls into one of three periods:
- The driver’s app is off, and the driver is not on the clock.
- The app is on, and the driver is waiting for a request.
- The driver is en route to pick up a passenger or actively transporting a passenger.
Uber and Lyft must provide greater levels of insurance coverage after the driver has logged into the app, with the most coverage when the driver is en route or has a passenger. Determining the driver’s status when the accident occurred is an important first step in an Uber and Lyft accident claim.
California is a comparative negligence state, which means that more than one party may be to blame for a car accident. Determining who is responsible for a rideshare accident is a complex process that requires a full investigation.
Causes of Uber and Lyft Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released data showing that 3,807 traffic fatalities occurred in California in 2024. In 2024, there were 164,123 auto accidents in California. Speeding was the cause of 77,822 motor vehicle crashes in the state, or nearly half of all collisions.
Rideshare drivers are often pressured to work long hours, navigate unfamiliar roads, and deal with distractions like notifications from the app. The result is a greater risk for accidents, many of which are caused by:
- Driver distraction from GPS directions or app alerts
- Driver fatigue and long hours
- Speeding or racing
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Dangerous pickups or drop-offs
- Unfamiliar routes and driving conditions
- Poor driver training
In some situations, Uber or Lyft’s insurance may be liable for the driver’s negligence. An Anaheim Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can help determine whether the driver, company, or a third party bears responsibility for your crash.
Uber and Lyft Claim Options
Uber and Lyft accident claims can involve multiple insurance policies, which can create a confusing claims process for injured victims. A claim may be made against the driver’s personal auto insurance policy, Uber or Lyft’s corporate policy, or another at-fault driver’s insurer, depending on the driver’s status at the time of the crash.
Police reports, dashcam footage, and other evidence are required to determine which coverage applies, and insurance companies often fight over responsibility. A well-handled claim could include compensation for medical expenses, lost income, future care, and pain and suffering.
Why Hire an Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer
Hiring an Anaheim Uber and Lyft accident lawyer can make a world of difference in the success of your claim. Uber and Lyft have extensive insurance coverage, legal teams, and technical professionals who are well-versed in how to minimize claim value. Insurers for rideshare companies stay vigilant to identify weak points in accident evidence and work to dismiss claims based on these gaps.
When victims represent themselves or do not hire an Uber and Lyft accident lawyer, they often settle their claims for far less than their injuries are worth. An Uber and Lyft accident attorney in Anaheim can identify insurance coverages, collect digital evidence from the app, obtain video evidence, and more. Our Uber and Lyft accident lawyers at Easton & Easton have first-hand knowledge of insurance company tactics and know how to counter them.
FAQs
How Much Is the Settlement for an Uber Accident?
Uber accident settlements can range significantly depending on the severity of the injuries, medical expenses, lost income, and liability clarity. Claims involving serious or permanent injuries tend to result in higher settlements, while minor injury claims may settle for lower amounts. Factors like insurance coverage limits, available evidence, and shared fault among multiple parties can also impact the value of a settlement.
Can I File a Claim Against Lyft for a Car Accident?
In some cases, you may be able to file a claim against Lyft, for instance, if the driver was logged into the app or driving a passenger when the crash occurred. Drivers are considered independent contractors, but Lyft does provide insurance if the driver is in the middle of a ride. Most of these cases deal with insurance liability and not a direct claim against Lyft for the driver’s negligence.
What Do Claims Against Uber and Lyft Cover in California?
Litigation against Uber and Lyft in California frequently concerns worker classification, insurance coverage issues, and liability for rideshare driver accidents. Other claims question whether the companies provide sufficient safety measures to passengers and the public. Individual injury claims generally aim to secure compensation for victims of such crashes, without posing broader questions of regulation or employment.
Can You File a Claim Against Uber After a Car Accident?
Most Uber accident injury claims will be handled through insurance coverage rather than by filing a claim against Uber. Uber could be named in a claim depending on the circumstances of the collision; for example, if there are coverage issues with the involved drivers, or if there is a question about corporate negligence by Uber. An attorney can evaluate the facts of a crash to determine the most effective legal strategy.
Contact Easton & Easton Today
If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact Easton & Easton today for more information.
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Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a Top 10 Personal Injury Settlement in California in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
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Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 20 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
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We were recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a the #1 Personal Injury Settlement in Los Angeles County in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
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Easton & Easton was honored for securing a $20,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2019 by TopVerdict.com.
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Easton & Easton was honored to have been chosen by the LA Times Reader's Choice Poll as "The Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" for 2018-2020 (each year the voting took place).
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $1,850,000 verdict for a client, which was selected as one of the Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2016 by TopVerdict.com.
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