Phoenix Rideshare Accident Lawyers
Determining Liability for Your Uber or Lyft Accident
All car accidents are complicated, but when one of the parties works for a ridesharing service such as Uber or Lyft, it can be even harder to determine liability. Whether you were an Uber passenger, a pedestrian, or another driver on the road, you deserve to seek fair compensation in the wake of a devastating rideshare accident.
When you call on MayesTelles PLLC for assistance, we’ll apply nearly 200 years of combined legal experience to determine who is responsible for your injuries. Never backing down from a challenge, our rideshare accident lawyers in Phoenix will investigate the cause of your car crash and seek appropriate damages.
Contact us today for a free consultation!
What Makes Rideshare Accidents Different?
Because ridesharing companies classify their drivers as independent contractors rather than full-time employees, they will only accept liability for the driver’s actions in a few limited circumstances. If an Uber or Lyft driver has already picked up a passenger or started driving to pick up a new passenger, then they will be covered for up to $1 million per accident.
However, that coverage drops when the Uber or Lyft driver is simply waiting for a new ride request, even if their app is on at the time of the accident. In those cases, Uber and Lyft will only provide $50,000 in bodily injury per person – rarely enough to cover catastrophic injuries. Finally, rideshare companies will provide no coverage at all if the driver’s app isn’t turned on.
Who Is Liable for Injuries?
To determine who is liable for your injuries, you will need to know the driver’s status at the time of your accident, as this can significantly impact your legal strategy for compensation. Additionally, Arizona follows a “pure comparative fault” rule when awarding damages to car accident victims. That means that your final compensation will be affected by your own percentage of fault in the collision. For example, if you were 10% responsible for the crash, you can only receive 90% of the damages requested.
Here are just a few of the parties that may be involved in your accident claim:
- The Uber or Lyft driver
- An Uber or Lyft passenger
- The ridesharing company
- Another driver on the road
- A pedestrian or bicyclist
Common Causes for Uber and Lyft Accidents
Because Uber and Lyft drivers are often rushing to take on new passengers, talk to their vehicle’s occupants, or drop passengers off at their destinations, they may not always be as attentive to changing road conditions. From driver fatigue to speeding, Uber and Lyft drivers can be held accountable for engaging in dangerous driving behaviors.
Some of the most common negligent behaviors that can cause rideshare accidents:
- Using smartphone apps or typing in addresses while driving
- Talking to passengers
- Tailgating and speeding in heavy traffic
- Working as a driver for too many hours at a time
- Running stop signs and red lights to save time
Qualified Representation for Your Rideshare Accident Claim
At MayesTelles PLLC, we never stop advocating on behalf of our clients, no matter how complicated their claim may become. Skilled investigators with a track record of success, our personal injury lawyers serve injury victims throughout Phoenix and surrounding areas. When you’re struggling to pay your medical bills after an Uber or Lyft accident, just visit us for a free consultation and see how we can help you seek compensation.
You won’t pay unless we win! Contact us at (602) 428-7104 today to get started.
We've Won Thousands of Cases
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Charges Reduced to Reckless Driving
Client R.C. was stopped by Mesa Police for a civil traffic violation and later charged with DUI, Extreme DUI, and Super Extreme DUI in a justice court. During the course of their representation, MayesTelles attorneys discovered important inconsistencies in the police reports. When we presented these issues to the State, the prosecutor’s office agreed to drop all DUI charges.
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Fatal Commercial Vehicle Accident
MayesTelles Client A.F. and her husband tragically lost their unborn child as a result of the negligence of an individual operating a commercial vehicle in Yuma, Arizona. After substantial investigation including accident reconstruction and filing a lawsuit, the insurance company paid out the policy limits of $1,000,000.00.
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4 Counts of Aggravated DUI Dismissed
Client M.W. was charged with 4 counts of Aggravated DUI in the Maricopa County Superior Court in July 2016 for allegedly riding a motorized bicycle under the influence. The attorneys at MayesTelles demanded that the State include certain materials in their presentation to the grand jury, resulting in the grand jury refusing to indict and the case being dismissed.
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Client Charged with DUI
Client, GS, charged with DUI - sentence was reduced to reckless driving.
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Client Facing Assault Felony
M.L. was charged with 1 count of Aggravated Assault, a class 3 dangerous felony. She plead guilty to Aggravated Assault, a class 6 undesignated felony, with a stipulation to 3 months of initial jail. She received credit for 32 days and the rest of the jail time was deferred. She was placed on 3 years of supervised probation. She has the opportunity to designate the offense a misdemeanor after successfully completing probation. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with DUI
Our client, A.R, was charged with 1 count of DUI and 1 count of Failure to Control Speed to Avoid a Collision. During extensive pre-trial investigation, it was discovered that the police made many errors in how they handled the case. We were able to get the client's charges reduced to reckless driving. Location: Glendale City Court
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Client Charged with Four Felony Counts
Our client, Ms. D., was charged with two counts of forgery - a class 4 Felony as well as theft - a class 2 Felony and also fraudulent schemes and artifices - a class 2 Felony. We were able to get her conviction reduced to a class 6 undesignated felony with the opportunity to reduce further to a misdemeanor. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Trespass & Assault
Our client, T.C., was charged in Maricopa County Superior Court on July 8, 2015 with 1 count of Criminal Trespass, a class 6 felony, and 1 count Assault, a class 2 Misdemeanor. On September 9, 2015, after an 8-day jury trial, our client was found not guilty on both charges. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Shoplifting
Our client, Ms. H., was charged with shoplifting - a class 1 misdemeanor. We were able to get her conviction set aside. Location: Phoenix Municipal Court
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Client Faced 5 Felony Sex Offenses
Our client, Mr. C., was charged with five counts of felony sex offenses, including two counts of Sex Conduct with a Minor and three counts of Molestation of a Child. We were able to get the case dismissed upon a successful Motion to Dismiss. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Disorderly Conduct
Our client, K.F., was charged with Disorderly Conduct, a class 1 misdemeanor. We were able to get this client's case dismissed. Location: Tempe Municipal Court
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Client Facing Multiple Criminal Charges
Our client, L.S., was charged on October 20, 2014 in Mesa for an assault, disorderly conduct, and criminal damage. MayesTelles PLLC was able to get those charges dismissed.
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Client Facing Multiple Domestic Violence Offenses
Our client, Ms. C., was facing charges of assault / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor), disorderly conduct / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor), and criminal damage / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor). We were able to get our client's case dismissed. Location: Mesa Municipal Court
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Charged with Assault & Failure to Appear
Our client, L.S., was charged in Phoenix on December 27, 2014 for assault and failure to appear. After completing diversion, our client's case was dismissed.
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Multiple Felony Theft Offenses
Our client, Mr. C., was charged with Theft of Means of Transportation (Class 3 Felony) and Trafficking in Stolen Property (Class 3 Felony). Both class 3 felonies have a possible sentencing range of 2 - 8.75 years in prison. We were able to get our client's charge reduced to a Class 1 Misdemeanor with no jail time. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
Why Choose MayesTelles PLLC?
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Nearly 200 Years of Combined Experience
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Thousands of Cases Successfully Handled
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Voted Top 100 Trial Lawyers
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Available to Our Clients 24/7
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Former Prosecutors & Law Enforcement
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AV Preeminent Rated Attorneys