Rideshare Accidents

Glendale Rideshare Accident Lawyers

Personal Injury Services In San Fernando Valley & Los Angeles County

Rideshare services, such as Uber and Lyft, have rapidly gained popularity in recent years, revolutionizing urban transportation with their convenience and accessibility. With just a few taps on a smartphone, you can summon a vehicle to your location, giving you easy travel without the hassles of parking or navigating public transit systems.

However, as these platforms continue to grow, so too has the incidence of ride-sharing vehicle accidents. This uptick in rideshare-related accidents raises essential questions about safety and liability.

At Law Offices of Harout Balian, we offer highly experienced legal representation to those who have sustained injuries in these accidents. Whether you were a rideshare customer, another motorist or their passenger, a pedestrian, motorcyclist, or a bicyclist, we can help you seek compensation for injuries sustained in rideshare accidents caused by negligence or other wrongdoing. We have resolved thousands of injury claims and lawsuits since 1997.

Call (818) 938-2597 for a free case review with a Glendale rideshare accident attorney at Law Offices of Harout Balian. You can also complete our online contact form to get started.

Who Can You File an Injury Claim Against in a Rideshare Accident?

As in other car accidents, those who caused the accident are liable for the damages their negligence incurred.

If you were a rideshare passenger, you could file a claim against the rideshare driver if they were at fault. This would involve a claim against their auto insurance company. You could also file an accident claim against the rideshare company.

For example, Uber carries insurance coverage on drivers for when they are online and available for a trip and when they are enroute or on a trip. When they are offline, their personal auto insurance covers them. Uber carries a driver’s policy of $1,000,000, which may be available in some claims, depending on the circumstances.

The same applies if you were a driver, a pedestrian, or a cyclist hit by a rideshare vehicle. If the rideshare driver caused the accident, you can file a claim against them, and the rideshare company’s insurance may be available to cover damages.

The at-fault driver is typically liable if a third party caused the accident involving a rideshare vehicle. If the rideshare driver contributed to the accident, you might also have a claim against both the rideshare driver and the company.

Additional Considerations

Understanding the insurance policies of all involved parties in a rideshare accident is crucial. Furthermore, California follows a comparative negligence system, meaning your damages may be reduced if you contributed to the accident as a motorist.

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Compensation Depends on When the Rideshare Accident Occurred

When filing a claim against the rideshare driver’s personal insurance or the rideshare company’s insurance, specific time periods apply in securing compensation:

If the rideshare driver is not on the app, they are not considered rideshare drivers, and their personal insurance coverage applies.
If the rideshare is logged into the app but has not found a customer yet, their personal insurance again applies.
If the rideshare driver has found a customer but has not picked them up yet and
When the rideshare driver has picked up the customer until they are dropped off, their personal insurance kicks in first; if the damages exceed their policy limits, a claim can be made against the rideshare company’s policy.

Damages in Rideshare Accident Claims

You may seek compensation for various damages when pursuing claims for injuries resulting from rideshare accidents. This can include medical expenses incurred as a result of the accident, lost wages for time missed at work, pain and suffering for emotional distress, and rehabilitation costs for long-term injuries.

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The Advantages of Choosing the Law Offices of Harout Balian

24/7 Help Anytime You Need It
Our dedicated team is available around the clock to provide you with the support and guidance you need. No matter when an accident occurs, we're here to help you every step of the way.
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We are proud to offer legal services in both English and Spanish. Our bilingual team ensures that you receive clear and comprehensive legal assistance in the language you are most comfortable with.
We Offer Contingency Fees
We believe that everyone deserves access to justice. That's why we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don't pay us unless we win your case. Your financial peace of mind is our priority.
Over $10 Million Recovered
Our track record speaks for itself. With over $10 million recovered for our clients, you can trust our expertise and dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for your personal injury case.

The Benefits of Hiring Law Offices of Harout Balian for Your Rideshare Accident Claim?

Rideshare accident claims can be complex. Hiring our firm means we can handle the legal complexities while you focus on healing and recovery. Our team is well-versed in investigating accidents and building claims. We can calculate the fair value of your economic damages, such as past and future medical expenses, and non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering.

We also know how to challenge insurance companies whose primary concern is keeping payouts as low as possible. Our negotiations can maximize your compensation against an insurer’s lowball settlements. If you’re facing the aftermath of a rideshare accident, contacting our firm can provide the reassurance and legal professionalism you need during this difficult time.

Contact Law Offices of Harout Balian at (818) 938-2597 for legal help from a Glendale rideshare accident attorney.

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