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Rideshare apps are supposed to make getting around the Santa Clarita Valley simple. When an Uber or Lyft driver makes a bad judgment call and you are left with mounting medical bills, lost wages, and daily pain, the last thing you need is a corporate insurer telling you to “wait and see.” Thompson Law does not wait. We launch an immediate investigation, preserve critical digital evidence from the app, and protect you from low-ball tactics. Contact us now for a FREE CASE REVIEW.
When it comes to traditional collisions, they involve two insurance companies and a clear exchange of policy information. A rideshare crash can involve three or more carriers, a complex CPUC insurance hierarchy, and digital trip data that disappears if it is not secured quickly. The driver’s status inside the app dictates which policy applies and how much compensation is available. Getting that status confirmed fast is essential if you want the full $1 million commercial coverage Uber and Lyft advertise.
Insurance adjusters handle hundreds of claims every week; they know exactly how to delay, undervalue, and deny. Our legal team levels the field by documenting every loss, from an urgent-care visit at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital to weeks of missed shifts at Six Flags Magic Mountain. We calculate future rehab costs, negotiate with health-care lienholders, and, when necessary, file suit in Los Angeles County Superior Court so the defense understands your claim will not quietly disappear. Schedule your FREE CONSULTATION today.
With over $1.9 billion recovered for injured clients, Thompson Law brings trial-ready preparation to every claim. Founding attorney Ryan “The Lion” Thompson is known for relentless cross-examination and negotiation strategies that push insurers to settle for full value rather than face a Los Angeles jury. You pay nothing upfront, and we advance all litigation costs.
Liability hinges on the driver’s activity inside the app at the instant of impact and on California’s Transportation Network Company (TNC) insurance rules. Let’s discuss the liability based on the driver’s status inside the app.
If the app is closed, the rideshare driver is treated like any other motorist. Only the driver’s personal policy applies, and minimum California limits ($15,000 per injured person) often leave victims underinsured.
This is “Period 1.” Uber and Lyft provide up to $50,000 per person, $100,000 per crash, and $30,000 property coverage on top of the driver’s policy.
Once the driver accepts a trip or you are already in the vehicle, the $1 million commercial liability and uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage activate, along with contingent collision and comprehensive protection up to the car’s value.
Our Santa Clarita team answers calls 24/7, arranges same-day medical appointments, and sends investigators to the crash scene before skid marks fade. We track down dash-cam footage, subpoena trip data from Uber’s servers, and work with accident-reconstruction engineers to show exactly how the collision unfolded. Call us for a FREE CONSULTATION.
California law allows recovery of both economic and non-economic losses:
We document each category with billing statements, pay stubs, expert life-care plans, and psychological evaluations to pursue the maximum value of your case. Request for a FREE CASE REVIEW today to get started.
A lot of rideshare crashes are caused by mistakes that could’ve been prevented in the first place. Leading factors include:
If any of these causes contributed to your crash, our legal team is prepared to hold the negligent party accountable. Reach out now for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Santa Clarita follows California’s comparative negligence rule: your compensation is reduced only by your percentage of fault. Even if you are deemed 30 percent responsible, for instance, not wearing a seat belt, you still collect 70 percent of proven damages. You have two years from the crash date to file suit.
After voters approved Prop 22, rideshare drivers remain independent contractors, not employees. The measure preserved the current insurance framework but limited your ability to sue Uber or Lyft directly for negligent hiring. Instead, your primary path is through the $1 million TNC policy or a third-party driver’s insurer. Recent court rulings have upheld the law, keeping this structure firmly in place.
Yes. Both companies maintain a combined $1 million liability and uninsured/underinsured motorist policy whenever you are in the vehicle or the driver is en route. They also extend contingent collision coverage for your property, subject to a deductible. However, payouts are not automatic, you must file a detailed claim with supporting evidence, and you may need to litigate to unlock the full policy limits. Contact us for a FREE CONSULTATION.
From your first call, we schedule a tele-visit or in-person meeting, send a notice of representation to every insurer, and coordinate your medical treatment. Our attorneys handle all paperwork, negotiate liens so more money stays in your pocket, and keep you informed every step of the way.
Contact Thompson Law for a FREE CASE REVIEW so you can protect your evidence!
Whether you were injured stepping out of an Uber at Valencia Town Center or struck by a Lyft driver racing to a pickup in Canyon Country, Thompson Law is ready to fight for every dollar you are owed. Call now for your FREE CONSULTATION.
Every case is unique. Settlements commonly cover medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care. Cases involving spinal or brain trauma often reach the policy limit of $1 million.
We pursue the at-fault driver’s policy first. If their limits are too low, we tap the Uber or Lyft uninsured/underinsured coverage to bridge the gap.
Yes. Soft-tissue injuries can worsen, and insurers use any delay or paperwork error to minimize payouts. Early legal representation preserves your rights.
The statute of limitations for personal injury is two years from the date of the crash.
Yes, but your award may be reduced according to your percentage of fault under comparative negligence.
We subpoena app logs, GPS data, and driver communications to prove their policy applies. If necessary, we file suit and compel discovery.
We request the driver’s digital trip records, timestamped screenshots, and testimony under oath. Independent cell-tower records can also verify app activity.
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.
