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Rideshare accidents in Glendale can turn your life upside down in seconds. One moment you’re heading home or to work, and the next you’re dealing with injuries, medical bills, and a maze of insurance policies. These cases are different from typical car accidents because they involve corporate policies, app-based coverage tiers, and companies that work hard to avoid responsibility.
Thompson Law’s Glendale rideshare accident attorneys understand how Uber and Lyft operate. We know their tactics, their insurance structures, and how to hold them accountable. Our team investigates every detail, from app status at the time of the crash to driver history, so you can focus on recovery while we handle the legal battle.
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Your compensation depends on injury severity, available insurance coverage, and how the accident happened. Our goal is to recover every dollar you deserve, not just what insurance companies offer first.
Economic damages include measurable financial losses such as:
Non-economic damages address the personal impact that cannot be captured on a receipt, including:
Punitive damages may be awarded in cases involving extreme recklessness, such as drunk driving, excessive speeding, or deliberate safety violations by the rideshare driver.
Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts by questioning injury severity or shifting blame. Thompson Law counters with strong evidence, medical expert testimony, and aggressive negotiation.
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Rideshare crashes involve multiple insurance layers that don’t exist in standard car accidents. The coverage available depends entirely on what the driver was doing in the app at the moment of impact.
Only personal auto insurance applies. Many drivers carry minimal coverage that won’t adequately compensate serious injuries.
Uber and Lyft provide limited contingent liability coverage while drivers wait between rides. This coverage is significantly less than what’s available during active trips.
Companies provide $1 million liability policies, plus comprehensive and collision coverage. This is the strongest protection level for victims.
Rideshare companies rarely volunteer information about app status or trip data. They classify drivers as independent contractors to distance themselves from liability. Our team uses legal tools to force companies to produce records they would prefer to keep hidden.
Rideshare accidents require attorneys who understand California insurance laws, local traffic patterns, and how to challenge major corporations. Thompson Law provides both local knowledge and the resources to fight companies with massive legal teams.
We have recovered over $1.9 billion for accident victims nationwide. Our experience includes complex rideshare cases, serious injury claims, and wrongful death lawsuits.
We don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Every case receives individualized attention, thorough investigation, and a legal strategy built around your specific circumstances and goals.
Hundreds of five-star reviews from satisfied clients demonstrate our commitment to communication, responsiveness, and results that matter.
We work on contingency, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case. There are no upfront fees, no hourly charges, and no out-of-pocket expenses.
Accidents don’t follow schedules. Our team is available 24/7 to answer questions, provide guidance, and start protecting your rights immediately after a crash.
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Multiple parties may share fault in rideshare crashes. Identifying every responsible party is critical to securing full compensation.
Rideshare drivers are liable when negligence causes accidents. This includes:
Other motorists may contribute through reckless driving, impairment, or traffic violations that cause or worsen the collision.
Rideshare companies face potential liability for:
Third parties including vehicle manufacturers with defective parts, maintenance facilities that performed substandard repairs, and local government entities responsible for dangerous road conditions.
Thompson Law investigates all potential liability sources to maximize your compensation and hold every responsible party accountable.
Don’t let medical bills and insurance stress overwhelm you. Thompson Law is ready to stand by your side and pursue fair compensation. Contact us today for a free consultation.
California law allows various types of victims to pursue compensation depending on their involvement in the crash.
Rideshare passengers injured during active trips have access to the company’s $1 million liability policy, providing substantial coverage for medical expenses and other damages.
Rideshare drivers hurt by other motorists’ negligence can file claims against those drivers’ insurance policies while potentially accessing their own uninsured motorist coverage.
Other vehicle occupants struck by rideshare drivers may pursue compensation from both the driver’s personal insurance and the rideshare company’s policy, depending on app status during the crash.
Pedestrians and cyclists injured by rideshare vehicles can access the same insurance coverage as passengers when accidents occur during active trips.
Family members may file wrongful death claims if a loved one was killed in a rideshare accident caused by negligence.
Winning rideshare cases requires thorough investigation and compelling evidence. Our approach ensures nothing gets overlooked.
We focus on:
This comprehensive approach builds cases that insurance companies cannot easily dismiss or undervalue.
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Rideshare crashes can cause devastating injuries that require extensive treatment and create long-term complications affecting your quality of life.
Common injuries include:
These injuries create medical expenses, lost income, and personal suffering that deserves full compensation.
California law establishes strict deadlines for filing personal injury lawsuits after rideshare accidents. Missing these deadlines eliminates your right to compensation.
Personal injury claims must be filed within two years from the accident date. This deadline applies to most rideshare cases involving injuries to passengers, drivers, or other motorists.
Property damage claims allow three years from the accident date to file lawsuits for vehicle damage and other property losses.
Government entity claims require filing a claim with the appropriate government agency within six months if the accident involved a government vehicle or dangerous road conditions maintained by public entities.
Wrongful death claims must be filed within two years from the date of death, which may differ from the accident date if the victim survived for a period before succumbing to injuries.
Minor victims may have extended deadlines that pause until they reach age 18, but don’t assume extra time without consulting an attorney.
These deadlines are absolute in most cases. Starting your case early preserves evidence, secures witness testimony, and allows time for thorough investigation.
California follows pure comparative negligence rules, which means you can recover compensation even if you were partially at fault for the accident. Your damages are simply reduced by your percentage of responsibility.
For example, if you were 20% at fault and your total damages equal $100,000, you would recover $80,000. This system protects victims who may have contributed to an accident but were not primarily responsible.
Insurance companies often try to inflate your fault percentage to reduce their payout. They may claim you distracted the driver, failed to wear a seatbelt, or contributed to the crash in other ways. Thompson Law fights these tactics with evidence that establishes the true facts and minimizes any fault attributed to you.
Accidents create urgent needs that cannot wait for office hours. Thompson Law provides round-the-clock access to experienced attorneys who understand the time-sensitive nature of rideshare accident cases.
Early legal intervention preserves evidence, secures witness statements, and prevents critical information from disappearing. Quick action also demonstrates to insurance companies that you have serious representation fighting for your rights.
Our immediate response includes:
You gain peace of mind knowing experienced attorneys are protecting your interests while you focus on medical treatment and family needs.
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If a rideshare driver lacked proper personal insurance, you can still pursue compensation through the rideshare company’s policy if the app was active. California law requires rideshare companies to maintain coverage for their drivers during different app phases. Our team investigates all available insurance sources to ensure you receive full compensation regardless of the driver’s personal insurance status.
Yes. If a rideshare driver struck you before you entered the vehicle, you may still have a valid claim against both the driver and the rideshare company. The key factor is whether the driver was logged into the app and what phase of service they were in at the time of the accident.
California’s comparative fault system means you can still recover compensation even if you were partially responsible. Insurance companies often try to inflate passenger fault to reduce payouts. We gather evidence showing the driver’s primary responsibility for safe operation, including their duty to avoid distractions regardless of passenger behavior.
Settlement timelines vary based on injury severity, liability disputes, and insurance company cooperation. Simple cases with clear fault and minor injuries may settle within months, while serious injury cases requiring extensive medical treatment can take a year or longer. We never rush settlements that undervalue your claim just to close the case quickly.
Yes. Using multiple rideshare apps simultaneously is dangerous and may violate company policies. This behavior can strengthen your negligence claim by showing the driver prioritized earnings over passenger safety. We investigate driver app usage patterns and company policy violations to build the strongest case possible.
Rideshare accidents on private property still allow for compensation claims. These cases may involve the property owner if dangerous conditions contributed to the crash, such as poor lighting, inadequate signage, or hazardous surfaces. We investigate all factors that contributed to your accident to identify every responsible party.
Your health insurance may initially cover treatment costs, but you should not be responsible for those expenses if someone else caused your injuries. We work to ensure that liable parties and their insurers reimburse your health insurance and that you receive full compensation for all medical expenses, not just uncovered costs.
Thompson Law charges NO FEE unless we obtain a settlement for your case. We’ve put over $1.9 billion in cash settlements in our clients’ pockets. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your accident, get your questions answered, and understand your legal options.
State law limits the time you have to file a claim after an injury accident, so call today.
