Los Angeles Rideshare Accident Lawyer
Los Angeles Uber and Lyft accident representation for passengers, drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists — $1M coverage claims, no fee unless we win.
California Car Accident Legal Representation
Experienced car accident attorneys handling all types of motor vehicle collisions in California. We handle rear-end collisions, head-on crashes, T-bone accidents, hit-and-run cases, drunk driving accidents, rideshare (Uber/Lyft) accidents, and uninsured motorist claims.
California auto insurance minimum: $30,000/$60,000/$15,000 (effective January 2025). We fight to recover full compensation beyond policy limits when possible.
Free consultation: (818) 514-7680.
Fees, Costs and Case Results
Where representation is offered on a contingency basis there is no attorney fee unless we recover, and the firm advances case costs — filing fees, expert witnesses and medical records — which are then repaid out of any recovery. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee. The specific terms that apply to a matter are set out in the written fee agreement for that matter.
Where this site refers to a verdict, settlement or court order, that result was dependent on the facts of that case, and results will differ if based on different facts. Past results do not predict or guarantee the outcome of any other matter, and no particular outcome is promised or guaranteed.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who pays for my injuries after an Uber or Lyft accident in Los Angeles?
- It depends on which insurance "period" the rideshare driver was in at the time of the crash. California regulates Uber, Lyft, and other transportation network companies (TNCs) through the California Public Utilities Commission. When the driver is offline (app off), only their personal auto insurance applies. When the app is on but they have not yet accepted a ride (Period 1), the TNC provides lower contingent liability coverage — in California, $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident, and $30,000 for property damage. Once the driver accepts a ride and during the trip (Periods 2 and 3), the TNC must carry a $1,000,000 third-party liability policy that typically covers passengers, other drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.
- I was a passenger in an Uber or Lyft that crashed — what are my rights?
- As a passenger you are almost never at fault, and you can recover regardless of whether your rideshare driver or another driver caused the crash. Because the trip was in progress, the TNC's $1,000,000 liability and uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage generally apply, in addition to any at-fault third party's insurance. We identify every available policy — the rideshare driver's, the company's $1M coverage, and any other involved driver's — to maximize your recovery.
- What if I was hit by an Uber or Lyft driver while walking, cycling, or in my own car?
- If a rideshare driver who was on the app and on a trip caused your injury, the company's $1,000,000 liability policy generally applies to you as a third party — whether you were a pedestrian, a cyclist, or in another vehicle. The key questions are whether the driver was logged into the app and which period they were in, which we establish through the trip records, the police report, and the app data. We pursue both the driver and the rideshare company's coverage.
- Are Uber and Lyft drivers employees or independent contractors in California?
- Under Proposition 22, passed by California voters in November 2020, app-based rideshare drivers are generally classified as independent contractors rather than employees. That classification can affect some legal theories, but it does not eliminate your right to recover: the mandatory TNC insurance — including the $1,000,000 policy during trips — exists precisely to compensate people injured by rideshare drivers. We focus on the insurance coverage that applies to your crash, not on labor-classification disputes.
- How long do I have to file a rideshare accident lawsuit in Los Angeles?
- California's statute of limitations for most personal injury claims, including rideshare crashes, is two years from the date of the accident under Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1. If a government vehicle or a dangerous road condition contributed, you may also need to file a government claim within six months under Government Code § 911.2. Because rideshare cases involve app and trip data that can be lost over time, it is important to contact a Los Angeles rideshare accident lawyer promptly so the evidence is preserved.
- What should I do after an Uber or Lyft accident?
- Seek medical care, call the police so there is an official report, and — importantly for rideshare cases — screenshot your trip in the app, including the driver's name, the trip status, and the time, before that information disappears from your ride history. Photograph the scene, the vehicles, and your injuries, and get witness contact information. Report the crash through the Uber or Lyft app, but do not give a recorded statement to any insurer or accept a quick settlement before speaking with a lawyer.
- What compensation can I recover in a rideshare accident case?
- California allows recovery of economic and non-economic damages: past and future medical expenses, lost wages and loss of earning capacity, property damage, and — under CACI No. 3905A — pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. Serious rideshare crashes can cause a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury requiring lifelong care, documented through a life-care plan. Punitive damages may be available where the conduct was malicious, oppressive, or reckless, such as a drunk or distracted driver.
- How much does a Los Angeles rideshare accident lawyer cost?
- We handle rideshare accident cases on a contingency fee, meaning you pay nothing upfront and no attorney's fee unless we win. We advance the costs of investigation, app-data and records preservation, expert witnesses, and litigation, and recover our fee only from the settlement or verdict. The initial consultation is free and confidential, so you can pursue full compensation against Uber, Lyft, or any at-fault driver without financial risk.
Contact Trembach Law Firm
Trembach Law Firm, APC
27001 Agoura Road, Suite 350, Calabasas, CA 91301
Phone: (818) 514-7680
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