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Lyft and Uber Accidents Lawyer

A rideshare accident can leave you dealing with more than just injuries. Unlike a typical car accident, these cases often involve multiple insurance policies, questions about the driver’s status in the app, and several parties pointing fingers at one another.

A Pittsburgh Lyft and Uber accident lawyer can help you pursue compensation after a crash involving a rideshare vehicle. Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C., has seasoned personal injury attorneys with decades of experience in advocating for injury victims throughout Western Pennsylvania.

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What Happens After a Lyft and Uber Accident in Pennsylvania?

Determining liability in a personal injury or rideshare accident is not always as straightforward as it is in other motor vehicle collisions. Depending on how the crash occurred, responsibility may rest with the rideshare driver, another driver, or multiple parties.

  • When the Rideshare Driver Caused the Crash: If a Lyft or Uber driver caused the accident by speeding, driving while distracted, failing to yield, or violating another traffic law, they may be liable for the injuries and damages that resulted.
  • When Another Driver Is Responsible: Many rideshare accidents are caused by another negligent motorist. If another driver caused the collision, you may have a claim against that driver’s insurance policy, even if you were riding in an Uber or Lyft at the time.
  • Multiple Parties May Share Liability: Some crashes involve more than one negligent party. Depending on the circumstances, liability may extend to multiple drivers, commercial vehicle operators, or other parties whose actions contributed to the accident. Identifying every available source of compensation is an important part of building a strong claim.

How Insurance Coverage Applies in Uber and Lyft Accidents

Insurance coverage in a rideshare accident often depends on whether the driver was waiting for a ride request, on the way to pick up a passenger, or actively transporting one. Because different insurance policies and coverage limits may apply at each stage, determining the driver’s status at the time of the crash is an important part of the claims process.

Trip records, app activity, and other electronic evidence can help establish which insurance policy may be responsible for your damages. An attorney can investigate these details and help pursue compensation from every available source.

Why Rideshare Accident Claims Are Different

Most car accident claims involve two drivers and two insurance companies. Rideshare accidents can involve several insurance policies, electronic trip records, and questions about when the driver logged into the app or accepted a ride request.

These details can significantly affect which insurance company is responsible for paying your claim.

Our attorneys work to gather the information needed to determine:

  • Whether the driver was logged into the rideshare app
  • Whether a ride had been accepted
  • Whether a passenger was in the vehicle
  • Which insurance policy provides coverage
  • Whether multiple insurance policies may apply

Starting this investigation early helps preserve important evidence and can reduce unnecessary delays.

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Understanding Your Rights After a Rideshare Accident

Pennsylvania law can affect your ability to recover compensation after a rideshare accident. Some of the most important legal considerations include:

  • Time Limits to File: Under 42 Pa. C.S. ยง 5524, most personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years of the date of the accident. Missing this deadline may prevent you from pursuing compensation.
  • Limited Tort Coverage: Under 75 Pa. C.S. ยง 1705, Pennsylvania’s limited tort rules do not always apply the same way in rideshare accident claims. Depending on the circumstances, injured passengers may still be able to recover damages for pain and suffering.
  • Comparative Negligence: Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence system under 42 Pa. C.S. ยง 7102, meaning you may still recover compensation if you are less than 51% responsible for the accident, although your recovery will generally be reduced based on your share of fault.
  • Determining Liability: Identifying who is responsible often requires reviewing the rideshare driver’s app status, insurance coverage, and the circumstances surrounding the crash.

An experienced attorney can investigate these issues and identify every available source of compensation.

How We Build Uber and Lyft Accident Claims

Rideshare accident claims require careful investigation, thorough documentation, and a clear understanding of how multiple insurance policies interact.

  • Step 1: Learn About Your Accident We begin by reviewing how the collision occurred, identifying the parties involved, and explaining your legal options during a free case evaluation.
  • Step 2: Preserve Electronic Records Trip information, app activity, GPS data, and other electronic records can play an important role in a rideshare accident claim. We work to preserve this information before it becomes more difficult to obtain.
  • Step 3: Identify Every Available Insurance Policy Our team reviews all potentially applicable insurance policies, including the rideshare company’s coverage, the driver’s personal policy, and any insurance carried by other drivers involved in the collision.
  • Step 4: Handle Insurance Communications Rideshare claims often involve multiple insurance companies. We manage communications and negotiations on your behalf while protecting your interests throughout the claims process.
  • Step 5: Pursue Full Compensation We seek compensation for medical expenses, lost income, future medical care, pain and suffering, and other losses through settlement negotiations or litigation when appropriate.
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Types of Rideshare Accident Cases We Handle

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Our firm represents clients injured in a variety of Lyft and Uber accidents, including:

  • Injured rideshare passengers
  • Lyft and Uber drivers injured by another motorist
  • Occupants of other vehicles struck by a rideshare driver
  • Pedestrians hit by a rideshare vehicle
  • Bicycle accidents involving Uber or Lyft drivers
  • Pickup and drop-off accidents
  • Distracted driving rideshare accidents
  • Assault or misconduct claims involving a rideshare driver

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Why Choose Us For Lyft and Uber Accident Cases

Rideshare accidents can present unique legal challenges, particularly when multiple insurance policies and parties may be involved.

Whether you were injured as a passenger, another motorist, a cyclist, or a pedestrian, our attorneys can evaluate your claim, explain your legal options, and help determine who may be responsible for your injuries.

At Ogg, Murphy & Perkosky, P.C., we have spent decades advocating for injury victims throughout Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania. We are committed to protecting your rights, handling the complexities of your claim, and pursuing the full compensation you deserve.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pittsburgh Lyft and Uber Accident Claims

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The available coverage depends on the driver’s status in the rideshare app. Coverage is generally lower when the driver is waiting for a ride request and increases significantly after a ride has been accepted or while a passenger is in the vehicle.

Rideshare companies generally classify their drivers as independent contractors rather than employees, which can limit a company’s direct liability for a driver’s negligence. However, claims against the rideshare company itself may still be possible in certain circumstances, such as issues involving the company’s insurance coverage, screening practices, or app design. An attorney can help determine which parties may bear responsibility in your case.

Passengers injured in a Lyft or Uber accident may have access to the rideshare company’s insurance coverage, the at-fault driver’s insurance, or both, depending on how the collision occurred.

Depending on the circumstances, passengers injured in a rideshare vehicle may not be subject to the same limited tort restrictions that apply to traditional passenger vehicle accidents under Pennsylvania law.

Under 42 Pa. C.S. ยง 5524, Pennsylvania generally allows two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.

You may have claims against the at-fault driver’s insurance policy, the rideshare company’s insurance coverage, or other available policies. Every case is different, which is why it is important to review all available sources of recovery.

We handle Lyft and Uber accident cases on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront attorney fees, and you owe nothing unless we recover compensation on your behalf.

Get Trusted Legal Guidance After an Uber or Lyft Accident

Rideshare accident claims can involve multiple insurance policies and complex questions about liability, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Our attorneys can investigate your case, determine which insurance coverage may apply, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Contact us today at (412) 471-8500 for a free case evaluation, you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

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