Rideshare Accident Lawyer New Orleans, LA

Injured While Driving Or Riding In A Rideshare?

With the rise of Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare services, getting around has become more convenient—but it’s also added new risks. When accidents happen involving these vehicles, people are often left with serious injuries and questions about who is responsible. Whether you’re a passenger, a driver, or hit by a rideshare vehicle, your first priority should be your health, followed by getting clear information about your legal options from the attorneys at Kiefer & Kiefer.

In 2024, one of our clients was seriously injured while working as a rideshare driver. That accident led to significant injuries and a long recovery. After a thorough investigation and legal action, we helped secure $1.1 million on their behalf. If you’re in a similar situation, you deserve answers and support.

How These Accidents Happen

Rideshare-related crashes occur for many of the same reasons as other traffic accidents—speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, and poor decisions behind the wheel. But the pressure rideshare drivers are under to accept trips, follow GPS directions, and manage multiple notifications at once can increase the likelihood of a crash.

Even at lower speeds, rideshare crashes can lead to long-term injuries. Whiplash, broken bones, head trauma, and soft tissue injuries are common in these incidents. If you were working as a driver, you may also have vehicle damage that affects your ability to earn a living. If you were a passenger, you might be unsure whether the driver, the company, or someone else is responsible.

We’ve also seen cases where another driver caused the accident, but insurance issues become more complicated because the vehicle involved was being used for rideshare purposes. Whether the app was on or off at the time, and whether the driver had a passenger, can affect what insurance coverage  applies. That’s why gathering accurate details early on is so important.

Insurance Coverage And legal Responsibility

In rideshare cases, several insurance policies may come into play. There’s the driver’s personal auto policy, the rideshare company’s coverage, and possibly a third-party driver’s insurance. Each has different rules depending on what stage of the trip the driver was in. For example, different limits may apply if the driver is waiting for a ride request, en route to pick up a rider, or actively transporting a passenger.

We work to sort through these issues quickly. Identifying which policy is responsible for paying your medical bills and lost income is a major part of how we help clients recover after a crash. It’s not always obvious, and many people accept far less than they should because they don’t realize multiple policies may be available.

Contact Kiefer & Kiefer About Your Legal Rights

If you were involved in a crash with a rideshare vehicle, getting legal help early can make a big difference. At Kiefer & Kiefer, we’ve recovered millions for clients injured while using or driving for rideshare services, including a $1.1 million result in 2024. As your New Orleans, LA rideshare accident lawyer, we’re here to help you take the next step. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we may be able to support you.