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Rideshare Crashes Add Another Layer of Insurance.

Uber and Lyft accidents can involve passengers, rideshare drivers, other motorists, pedestrians and cyclists — with coverage that may depend on the driver's app status.

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Rideshare Accident

The driver's app status can affect which insurance coverage applies.

Rideshare cases require attention to app activity, driver status, crash reports and the different insurance layers that may apply at the time of the collision.

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Passenger Claims

Passengers may have claims when a rideshare driver or another motorist causes the crash.

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App Status

Coverage can change depending on whether the app was off, on without a passenger, or carrying a passenger.

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Other Drivers

Drivers in other vehicles may have claims involving the rideshare driver and available coverage.

04

Pedestrians & Cyclists

Rideshare crashes can also injure people outside the vehicle.

05

Pickups & Drop-Offs

Unsafe stops, sudden lane movements and curbside maneuvers can contribute to crashes.

06

Coverage Disputes

Insurers may dispute which policy applies or how much coverage is available.

What Matters Early

Preserve app and crash information early.

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Save trip receipts, app screenshots and driver information.
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Obtain the crash report and any witness information.
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Document whether you were a passenger, another driver, pedestrian or cyclist.
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Insurance coverage should be evaluated based on the driver's app status.
Mariela Cano, Esq.
Cano Law Firm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about rideshare accident matters.

Who can file a rideshare accident claim?

Potential claimants may include passengers, drivers of other vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and rideshare drivers injured by others.

Why does app status matter?

Rideshare insurance coverage can vary depending on whether the driver's app was off, active without a passenger, or carrying a passenger.

What information should I save?

Trip records, app screenshots, driver information, crash reports, photographs, witness details and insurance communications can all be useful.

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