On this page
- Common Causes in Rideshare and Taxi Accidents Cases
- Injuries Often Involved
- Which Insurance Policy Applies
- Evidence That Can Prove Your Claim
- Who May Be Responsible
- What to Do Next
- Compensation You May Be Able to Recover
- Why Acting Early Matters
- How Our Attorneys Can Help
- Attorneys Who Handle These Cases
- Frequently Asked Questions
Taxi accidents involve commercial drivers and companies that are generally required to carry commercial insurance.
Taxi Accidents cases are part of our Rideshare and Taxi Accidents practice. Our rideshare and taxi accident attorneys represent passengers, other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists injured in crashes involving Uber, Lyft, taxis, limousines and black car services. We secure the trip data and insurance information needed to pursue the right policies.
Common Causes in Rideshare and Taxi Accidents Cases
- Drivers distracted by navigation or ride-request apps
- Fatigue from long shifts
- Speeding to reach pickups or drop-offs
- Unsafe stops and sudden lane changes
- Poorly maintained vehicles
- Other negligent drivers striking a rideshare vehicle
Injuries Often Involved
- Whiplash and neck injuries
- Head injuries from unbelted rear-seat impacts
- Back and spinal injuries
- Broken bones
- Facial injuries and lacerations
Which Insurance Policy Applies
Rideshare companies generally carry insurance whose coverage depends on the driver's app status — offline, available and waiting for a request, or en route to or carrying a passenger. The driver's personal policy may also be involved, and coverage disputes are common. Taxi and limousine companies are typically subject to commercial insurance requirements. We sort out these layers so that your claim is presented to the correct insurers.
Evidence That Can Prove Your Claim
Strong cases are built on evidence gathered early. Depending on the facts, we work to obtain:
- Trip records and app data showing the driver's status
- Rideshare and commercial insurance policies
- Police reports and witness statements
- Dash-cam and surveillance footage
- Medical records
Who May Be Responsible
More than one party may share responsibility, which can increase the insurance coverage available. Potentially liable parties include:
- The rideshare, taxi or limousine driver
- Rideshare companies and their insurers
- Taxi and limousine operators
- Other negligent drivers
What to Do Next
- Call 911 and get medical attention, even if you feel fine
- Report the crash to police and get the report number
- Photograph the vehicles, scene, road conditions and your injuries
- Exchange insurance information and collect witness contact details
- Avoid giving recorded statements to the other driver's insurer
- Speak with an attorney before signing anything
Compensation You May Be Able to Recover
Depending on the facts and the law that applies, a claim may include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain, suffering and emotional distress
- Rehabilitation, long-term care and home modification costs
- Property damage and other out-of-pocket losses
Why Acting Early Matters
Every state sets deadlines for filing injury claims, and claims involving government entities can require formal notice within a much shorter time. Video footage, records and physical evidence can be lost quickly. Speaking with an attorney early protects your options.
How Our Attorneys Can Help
We investigate what happened, deal with the insurance companies, document the full extent of your losses and pursue a fair settlement — and we are prepared to go to court when an insurer will not be reasonable. Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis: you pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you. Consultations are free and confidential.
Attorneys Who Handle These Cases
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have a case involving Taxi Accidents?
If someone else's negligence caused or contributed to your injury, you may have a claim. The answer depends on how the incident happened, the evidence available, your injuries and the law in your state. A free consultation can help you understand your options.
What is a Taxi Accidents case worth?
Every case is different. Value depends on the severity of your injuries, medical costs, lost income, long-term effects, the strength of the evidence and the insurance available. We cannot predict an outcome, but we document every element of your losses.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you, and the consultation is free and confidential.
I was a passenger in an Uber or Lyft — who pays for my injuries?
Passengers are often covered by the rideshare company's commercial policy while a trip is in progress, along with any at-fault driver's insurance. We identify every applicable policy.
Can I sue Uber or Lyft directly?
Rideshare companies generally classify drivers as independent contractors, which can limit direct claims, but their insurance policies may still provide coverage. Each situation must be evaluated individually.
This page provides general information, not legal advice. Laws differ from state to state, and every case depends on its own facts. Reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.