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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The superior client service Easton & Easton provides has earned the firm an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Easton & Easton is honored to have been chosen anew each year since 2014 by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers as one of the "Best Law Firms" for the Southern California Metro Area.
Easton & Easton is honored to have been chosen by OC Register Voters as "The Best Law Firm in Orange County” each year since voting began in 2022.
Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton have all been selected as Top 100 Trial Lawyers for California by the National Trial Lawyers — a membership organization limited to less than 1% of attorneys.
Doug, Brian, Matt, Travis and Gabe have each been selected to "Best Lawyers" for Plaintiff's Personal Injury Litigation. Best Lawyers selects the Top 5% of attorneys based on peer voting and client reviews.
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as the #1 Bicycle Accident Settlement in California in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton have each been selected by Super Lawyers, an honor given to less than 5% of attorneys. Travis, Gabe and Brenda have all been selected among Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars in Southern California.
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.
Easton & Easton received the “People Love Us On Yelp” award in 2016 due to the exceptional client satisfaction reviews given by our clients over the years.
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.
Brian, Matt, and Travis Easton have each earned lifetime appointment to the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum — The Top Trial Lawyers in America™ through the results achieved for their clients (an honor given to less than 1% of attorneys in the United States).
Doug Easton has held the “AV Preeminent” Rating for over 30 years and Matt Easton received this prestigious distinction in 2015. The "AV Preeminent" rating is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards, and is based on the legal profession’s oldest peer review rating system, dating back to 1887.
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.
Brian Easton was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2015. ABOTA is one of the most premier associations of trial attorneys and judges, requiring a certain number of jury trials as lead counsel and approval by a majority vote of the ABOTA board.
Matt, Travis, Gabe and Brenda have all been selected at some point as one of the Top 40 Trial Lawyers Under 40 for California by The National Trial Lawyers — an honor given to less than 1% of attorneys.
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.
Both Doug and Matt Easton have been selected as Top Personal Injury Attorneys by Avvo with scores of 10 out of 10 based on their skill, experience, results, peer evaluations, and client reviews.
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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Coming out of my first auto accident as an adult, a very difficult and scary time to navigate and understand, I was so incredibly thankful to have been put in contact with Easton & Easton. I honestly was lost with how to handle paperwork, doctors, medical costs and what next steps were, and from the moment I spoke with Travis Easton and my case manager Katie, my mind was put at ease. They have made the entire process stress free for me as I recovered, and I am so grateful for them and their genuine care for my case. Communication from the start has been fantastic, especially making clear what my expectations for the entire process would look like, and I truly believe they have my best interest at heart. 100% I would recommend their firm for anyone that is needing representation! Read more…
My experience with Easton & Easton has been amazing! Gabriel Mendoza and my case manager Katie have been so helpful and taken so much stress off my plate. They’ve been super informative and honest and given me very clear expectations. They’ve taken such a terrible experience (my accident) and eased my mind about the outcome. I can’t thank them enough!! Read more…
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The Easton & Easton Law Firm is amazing! The entire team is very helpful and caring. They were always there to answer all my questions. They directed me through the entire process and stayed with me every step of the way. This team is outstanding and were wonderful to work with. Because of the tremendous effort they put on my case they were able to win my difficult personal injury case. I couldn’t have asked for a better law firm to handle my case. They are the Best! Thank you for your patience, professionalism, & guidance! I definitely recommend this firm to handle your case. They go out of their way to fight for your rights. THANK YOU… Read more…
I could not be more pleased with the services provided by the Law Offices of W. Douglas Easton. The senior partner Mr. Easton took the time to meet with me and my wife while I was still in the hospital, where he gave my family hope that there was light at the end of a very long, and very dark tunnel. Matt Easton then worked my case, and because of his dedication, experience and expertise I received a settlement that was larger than I EVER thought possible. It was truly astounding! Matt and the entire team at Easton & Easton looked out for me throughout my recovery, and in the end they gave me my life back. Five stars is not enough. Thanks Matt! Thanks Easton & Easton! Read more…
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I can’t say enough amazing things about my experience with Travis Easton at Easton & Easton. Travis and his entire team (Katie, Amy, Dee, Michelle, & Araceli) are phenomenal. It provided me a lot of comfort to know I was being so well taken care of. I was especially impressed that every document for the case was perfectly written and specific to me. Nothing was generic, which shows the level of care and attention they put into each individual case. I had such a great experience and would highly recommend Travis Easton and his firm to anyone going through a personal injury. Travis took a bad situation and made the best of it for me. Thank you again, I’m forever grateful!!
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Retaining Easton and Easton was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! From the initial consultation to our final meeting, they were nothing short of exceptional. I was forced to retain their services after firing my previous attorney for not handling the case properly. I dealt with Gabriel and Brian (partner) exclusively throughout the case. They did as promised and were great communicators throughout the entire process. I will recommend them to anyone I know going through a personal injury case. They were ultimately able to untangle the mess caused by my previous lawyer and get a result that I was extremely happy with. Their staff is exceptional as well and provided top notch customer service. Amera was also extremely helpful and easy to deal with as well.
I was in a pretty bad car accident and decided to have Easton & Easton represent me, Travis Easton to be specific. Travis Easton and his paralegal made the whole process effortless. They were so understanding and helpful! The entire thing was a gigantic mess, yet Travis managed to make it run like clockwork. I would HIGHLY recommend Easton & Easton! If you are ever in need of a personal defense attorney Easton & Easton is the firm to represent you!
They are the best law firm in Orange County period. Choosing them to represent me was the best decision of my life.
My life changed in a matter of seconds after a catastrophic spinal cord injury that left me disabled. Brian Easton and his team worked on my case non stop for 3 years and provided me the justice I deserved. I couldn’t have been more content.
I was treated with utmost respect and I felt like I was being represented by a close family member. The responses to my questions were quick and clear. What E & E has done for me is phenomenal.
My sincere thanks to Brian, Matt, Travis, Doug, Gabriel and Amera. They are what they are because of their dedication to provide high quality and professional service to their clients.
Brian Easton and his team, Gabe Mendoza and Amera Hajali, helped me during a very difficult time in my life. I had a significant injury from a car accident, and wound up seeking out Easton & Easton when I was having difficulties getting help from my doctors. The Easton team took a lot of stress off of me while acting as my advocates to help me get the care I needed, and saw my case all the way through to a healthy settlement.
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I have nothing but good things to say about Easton and Easton. Brian handled my case professionally and communicated with me effectively throughout the process. He made sure that the process was effortless and as hands free as possible. This was super important for my busy schedule. I highly recommend Easton and Easton if you are ever found in a situation that you need an attorney.
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I was rear ended on my home and pushed into a semi-truck. I was not sure how to go about even using an attorney.
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I was able to concentrate on getting myself better knowing they had my back, taking care of the details and keeping me informed along the way
The best Law firm by far. I would highly recommend Easton & Easton, LLP and ask for Gabriel Mendoza and staff. He and his colleagues did and exceptional service. Thank you for everything. Job well done!
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