Rideshare Accidents (Uber and Lyft)

Coverage questions answered. Evidence secured. Full value pursued.

Crashes involving Uber or Lyft are not typical auto claims. Coverage can change with the tap of an app and multiple insurers may be involved. Carma Legal secures the right data fast, identifies all responsible parties, and positions your case for full compensation in Nevada and North Carolina.

Why choose Carma Legal

Attorney led strategy

with clear updates and direct access

Early preservation of

app and telematics data to prove status and fault

Trial ready preparation

that strengthens negotiations

Integrity without compromise

from intake to resolution

How rideshare claims are different

App status controls coverage

Driver offline, driver available, and trip in progress each involve different insurance layers. We confirm status through platform logs and records.

Multiple potential insurers

Policies may include the driver’s personal policy, the rideshare platform policy, and coverage for other involved drivers. We put all carriers on notice and track responses.

Independent contractor issues

Platforms often argue the driver is not an employee. We focus on liability, coverage triggers, and the facts that move claims forward.

Demand and negotiation

We present a clear, supported claim that pressures the insurer to value the case correctly.

Data driven proof

Trip receipts, GPS paths, timestamps, phone records, and vehicle event data help establish how and why the crash happened.

Evidence we work to secure quickly

Platform trip data and driver activity logs
Dispatch and acceptance timestamps
GPS route, location, and speed history
In app communications and screenshots
Phone records for distraction analysis
Dash camera and nearby surveillance video
Police reports and witness statements
Vehicle inspection and maintenance records

Common rideshare scenarios we handle

Passenger injured while on a trip
Other driver or passenger struck by an Uber or Lyft
Pedestrian or cyclist hit by a rideshare vehicle
Pickup and drop off zone impacts
Distracted or fatigued rideshare drivers
Delivery and gig platform collisions with similar coverage structures

Injuries and damages we pursue

Emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation, and future medical needs
Wage loss and reduced earning capacity
Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life
Vehicle repair or total loss and rental costs
Wrongful death damages for eligible family members

What to do after a rideshare crash

Call 911 and seek medical care.
Screenshot trip details, driver name, vehicle plate, and app status.
Photograph vehicles, the scene, and visible injuries.
Ask nearby businesses to preserve video.
Do not give a recorded statement to any insurer before legal advice.
Contact Carma Legal so app data and deadlines are protected.

Frequently asked questions

I was a rideshare passenger. Which insurer pays?

Coverage depends on app status and fault. We notify all carriers, confirm active coverages, and pursue the combination that applies to your claim.

I was driving my own car and an Uber or Lyft hit me. What now?

We gather platform logs to confirm the rideshare driver’s status and pursue the correct policy or policies.

The driver says the app was off. Do I still have a case?

Yes. Fault still matters. We verify status, then pursue the applicable insurer, which may be the driver’s personal carrier.

How are legal fees handled?

Personal injury matters are typically contingency based. You pay no attorney fee unless compensation is recovered. All terms are provided in writing.

Are deadlines different in these cases?

Strict deadlines apply and evidence can disappear quickly. Contact us as soon as possible so your rights are protected.