Santa Monica Rideshare Accident Attorneys
Uber and Lyft Accidents in Santa Monica
Have you been injured in a car accident involving a rideshare service such as Uber, UberX, Lyft and/or Sidecar? Auto accidents involving a rideshare service can be complex. The challenge of proving liability may be much more difficult than you expected, even with the evidence stacked in your favor.
If you have been involved in an accident with an Uber driver, whether as a passenger or as another driver, you should consult with an accident attorney right away. The Santa Monica car accident lawyers at McGee Lerer Ogrin know how to navigate the complexities of these types of cases and will advocate aggressively for the compensation you deserve from the negligent driver, whether that's an Uber driver or a driver who struck an Uber vehicle.
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Who Is Liable for My Accident With an Uber or Lyft driver?
When an accident occurs, one of the most important first steps is figuring out who was responsible and proving liability. In California, determining liability in a rideshare accident can involve multiple parties. The primary liable parties can include the rideshare driver, another vehicle's driver, and even the rideshare company itself under certain circumstances. If the rideshare driver was negligent—for example, by driving recklessly or being distracted—they can be held accountable for damages. Additionally, if another driver was at fault, they can also be pursued for compensation.
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft provide insurance coverage for their drivers, but this coverage varies depending on the driver's activity at the time of the accident. If the driver was in between rides, the coverage is usually more limited. However, if the driver was on their way to pick up a passenger or was actively carrying a passenger, the coverage is typically more comprehensive.
Furthermore, if there’s evidence of fault on behalf of the rideshare company, such as negligent hiring or failure to maintain vehicle safety standards, the company could also bear some liability. Understanding who is liable requires a thorough investigation, and consulting with experienced rideshare accident attorneys can help ensure that all responsible parties are held accountable. If you were injured while a passenger in an Uber vehicle, you can make a claim against the Uber driver or the other vehicle, or both, depending on who was at fault.
How Does the Rideshare Company's Insurance Work?
Uber and Lyft drivers carry up to $1 million in liability coverage if the accident happens while they are on a trip. If you were hit by an Uber/Lyft driver who was signed on to the Uber/Lyft app but not on a trip, the Uber/Lyft driver has only $25,000 for property damages, $50,000 per person in liability coverage, and a total of $100,000 for all injury claimants.
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