Rideshare Accident Lawyer in Dallas & Houston, Texas

An accident involving Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare vehicle can leave you dealing with serious injuries, medical bills, lost income, insurance questions, and uncertainty about who may be responsible.

Rideshare accident claims can be more complicated than ordinary car accident cases because the driver’s status at the time of the crash, available insurance coverage, and the actions of multiple parties may affect the claim.

The Law Office of Andre Anziani, PLLC represents people injured in rideshare accidents in Dallas, Houston, and communities throughout Texas. We investigate how the accident happened, identify potentially responsible parties, review available insurance coverage, communicate with insurance companies, and help injured clients understand their legal options. 

If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, contact our office for a free case evaluation.

What Is a Rideshare Accident?

A rideshare accident is a collision involving a vehicle being used for a ridesharing service such as Uber or Lyft.

A rideshare crash can involve:

• A rideshare passenger
• A rideshare driver
• Another motorist
• A pedestrian
• A bicyclist
• A motorcycle rider
• A commercial vehicle
• Multiple vehicles

The legal issues can vary depending on whether the rideshare driver was waiting for a trip, traveling to pick up a passenger, or transporting a passenger when the accident occurred.

Because insurance coverage can depend on the driver’s status and the circumstances of the collision, it is important to investigate the accident rather than assume that a particular insurance policy automatically applies.

How a Rideshare Accident Lawyer Can Help

After an Uber or Lyft accident, you may be contacted by one or more insurance companies while you are still receiving medical treatment.

A rideshare accident attorney can help by:

Investigating the Collision

We can review how the accident occurred and identify evidence that may help establish responsibility.

Determining Potentially Responsible Parties

Depending on the circumstances, responsibility may involve the rideshare driver, another driver, a vehicle owner, an employer, or another potentially responsible party.

Reviewing Insurance Coverage

Rideshare accidents can involve multiple insurance policies. Determining which coverage may apply requires reviewing the circumstances of the trip and the available insurance information.

Gathering Evidence

Potential evidence can include:

• Police reports
• Accident photographs
• Dashcam footage
• Surveillance video
• Witness statements
• Medical records
• Vehicle damage
• Rideshare trip information
• Driver information
• Insurance records
• Electronic records
• Other evidence related to the collision

Communicating With Insurance Companies

Insurance companies may ask for statements, records, or other information following an accident. We can help manage communications while evaluating your claim.

Evaluating Your Injuries and Losses

A rideshare collision can result in medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation needs, property damage, and other losses. We can help evaluate the impact of your injuries and explain what compensation may potentially be available.

Uber and Lyft Accident Claims

Uber and Lyft accidents can involve different circumstances, and the applicable insurance coverage may depend on what the rideshare driver was doing at the time of the accident.

For example, the investigation may need to determine whether the driver:

1. Was not logged into the rideshare application.
2. Was logged into the application and waiting for a ride request.
3. Had accepted a trip and was traveling to pick up a passenger.
4. Had a passenger in the vehicle.

The precise insurance issues depend on the facts and applicable law.

This is one reason it is important not to assume that the rideshare company’s insurance automatically covers every accident involving its driver.

Who May Be Responsible for a Rideshare Accident?

Rideshare accident liability depends on the specific facts.

Potentially responsible parties may include:

The Rideshare Driver

A driver may be responsible if distracted driving, speeding, impairment, failure to yield, unsafe lane changes, or another form of negligence contributed to the accident.

Another Driver

Sometimes the Uber or Lyft driver is not responsible for the collision. Another motorist may have caused the crash.

A Vehicle Owner

If the vehicle involved in the collision is owned by someone other than the driver, ownership and insurance issues may need to be investigated.

An Employer or Other Business

If another driver involved in the accident was working for a company, additional questions concerning responsibility and insurance may arise.

Another Potentially Responsible Party

Vehicle defects, unsafe road conditions, or other circumstances may contribute to an accident. A complete investigation can help determine what happened.

What Should I Do After an Uber or Lyft Accident?

If you have been injured in a rideshare accident, consider taking the following steps.

1. Get Medical Attention

Your health should be your first priority. Some injuries may not become obvious immediately after a collision.

Follow medical recommendations and keep records of your treatment.

2. Report the Accident

Make sure the collision is reported to law enforcement when required.

3. Document the Scene

If it is safe and you are physically able, photograph:

• The vehicles
• Vehicle damage
• The roadway
• Traffic signals
• Road conditions
• Visible injuries
• Relevant signs
• The surrounding area

4. Identify Witnesses

Obtain witness names and contact information when possible.

5. Preserve Rideshare Information

Keep information related to your Uber or Lyft trip, including receipts, trip details, driver information, screenshots, and communications.

6. Keep Medical and Expense Records

Maintain copies of medical bills, prescriptions, treatment records, lost-income documentation, and other accident-related expenses.

7. Be Careful With Insurance Statements

Insurance companies may request information about the collision. Before providing a detailed recorded statement or accepting a settlement, consider obtaining legal advice.

Common Causes of Rideshare Accidents

Rideshare drivers face many of the same driving risks as other motorists. Additional distractions can arise from using a rideshare application or looking for passengers and destinations.

Common causes of rideshare crashes include:

• Distracted driving
• Smartphone use
• Speeding
• Failure to yield
• Unsafe lane changes
• Rear-end collisions
• Running red lights
• Failure to stop
• Fatigued driving
• Impaired driving
• Inexperienced driving
• Unsafe turns
• Poor weather conditions
• Aggressive driving

Determining the actual cause of the collision is important when evaluating liability.

Common Injuries From Rideshare Accidents

A rideshare collision can cause injuries ranging from relatively minor conditions to life-changing trauma.

Common injuries include:

• Whiplash
• Neck injuries
• Back injuries
• Broken bones
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Concussions
• Spinal cord injuries
• Internal injuries
• Soft-tissue injuries
• Shoulder injuries
• Knee injuries
• Permanent disabilities
• Emotional trauma

Some injuries require continuing treatment, surgery, rehabilitation, or long-term care.

What Compensation May Be Available?

The potential damages in a rideshare accident case depend on the facts of the collision, the severity of the injuries, available insurance coverage, liability, and applicable Texas law.

Potentially recoverable losses may include:

• Medical expenses
• Future medical treatment
• Rehabilitation
• Lost wages
• Reduced earning capacity
• Property damage
• Physical pain and suffering
• Other legally recognized damages

There is no standard settlement amount for every rideshare accident.

A case should be evaluated based on the actual injuries, losses, evidence, insurance coverage, and circumstances involved.

Dallas Rideshare Accident Lawyer

Dallas has a large rideshare market, with Uber and Lyft vehicles operating throughout the city and surrounding communities.

If you were injured in a rideshare accident in Dallas, the Law Office of Andre Anziani, PLLC can investigate the circumstances of your collision and help you understand your potential legal options.

Our Dallas offices are located at:

1300 S Polk St, Suite 295
Dallas, TX 75224

and

8500 N Stemmons Fwy, Suite 4000
Dallas, TX 75247

The firm represents injury victims throughout Texas. 

Houston Rideshare Accident Lawyer

Uber and Lyft accidents can also happen throughout Houston and the surrounding communities.

If you were injured as a rideshare passenger, driver, pedestrian, bicyclist, or another motorist, determining who was responsible and what insurance coverage may apply can be an important part of your claim.

The firm’s Houston office is located at:

2000 Crawford St #1653
Houston, TX 77002

By appointment only. 

Rideshare Passenger Accidents

Passengers can be injured even when they did nothing to cause the accident.

If you were riding in an Uber or Lyft when another vehicle collided with your rideshare vehicle, the investigation may need to determine which driver caused the crash and which insurance coverage may apply.

Passengers should preserve:

• Their rideshare trip information
• Driver information
• Accident reports
• Medical records
• Photographs
• Receipts
• Insurance correspondence

A rideshare accident attorney can review these records and explain potential legal options.

What If the Rideshare Driver Caused the Accident?

If an Uber or Lyft driver caused your injuries, the available insurance coverage may depend on the driver’s status within the rideshare platform at the time of the collision.

This can make rideshare claims different from ordinary auto accident claims.

Rather than assuming which policy applies, an attorney can investigate the driver’s status, accident circumstances, available insurance information, and other relevant facts.

What If Another Driver Caused the Rideshare Accident?

Not every Uber or Lyft accident is caused by the rideshare driver.

For example, another motorist may have:

• Run a red light
• Failed to yield
• Rear-ended the rideshare vehicle
• Changed lanes improperly
• Driven while distracted
• Driven under the influence

In those circumstances, the other driver’s conduct and insurance coverage may become important to the claim.

What If the At-Fault Driver Has No Insurance?

An accident involving an uninsured or underinsured motorist can create additional insurance questions.

Depending on the circumstances, available coverage may include insurance associated with the rideshare vehicle or another applicable policy.

The specific coverage available depends on the accident and applicable policy terms and Texas law.

An attorney can review the available insurance information and help you understand your options.

Rideshare Accident Claims Involving Pedestrians and Bicyclists

Uber and Lyft vehicles can also collide with pedestrians and bicyclists.

These accidents can cause particularly serious injuries because pedestrians and bicyclists generally have little physical protection from a moving vehicle.

Evidence such as:

• Traffic-camera footage
• Surveillance video
• Witness statements
• Vehicle damage
• Driver information
• Accident reports

may be important when determining how the collision occurred.

Texas Rideshare Accident Time Limits

Texas law establishes deadlines for many personal injury claims. The applicable deadline can depend on the nature of the claim and circumstances of the accident.

Do not assume that you have unlimited time to file a claim.

Evidence can also become harder to obtain as time passes. Surveillance footage may be overwritten, witnesses may become difficult to locate, and other records may become unavailable.

If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, consider speaking with a Texas personal injury attorney as soon as reasonably possible.

Why Choose the Law Office of Andre Anziani, PLLC?

Attorney Andre Anziani is based in Dallas and represents injured clients in personal injury matters throughout Texas. His firm emphasizes direct communication, individualized attention, and helping clients understand their legal options.

The firm handles rideshare accidents as well as:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Slip and fall accidents
• Dog bite injuries
• Construction accidents
• Swimming pool accidents
• Wrongful death claims
• Other personal injury matters

The firm states that it offers free consultations and handles accepted cases on a contingency basis, meaning clients do not pay upfront attorney fees and the firm is paid if the case is resolved.

Contact a Texas Rideshare Accident Lawyer

An Uber or Lyft accident can leave you dealing with injuries, medical expenses, lost income, and complicated insurance questions.

You do not have to determine the responsible party or navigate the claims process without understanding your options.

The Law Office of Andre Anziani, PLLC represents rideshare accident victims in Dallas, Houston, and throughout Texas.

If you were injured in an Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare accident, contact our office for a free and confidential consultation.

Dallas Offices

1300 S Polk St, Suite 295
Dallas, TX 75224

8500 N Stemmons Fwy, Suite 4000
Dallas, TX 75247

Houston Office

2000 Crawford St #1653
Houston, TX 77002

By appointment only. 

Serving rideshare accident victims throughout Texas.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rideshare Accidents

1. How can a rideshare accident lawyer in Dallas help after an Uber or Lyft crash?

A rideshare accident lawyer in Dallas can investigate how the collision occurred, identify potentially responsible parties, preserve available evidence, review insurance coverage, and communicate with insurance companies. Rideshare accidents can involve different insurance questions than a typical car accident, particularly when the driver was logged into the app, traveling to pick up a passenger, or transporting a passenger. The Law Office of Andre Anziani, PLLC handles rideshare accident and other personal injury matters for clients in Dallas and throughout Texas.

2. When should I contact a rideshare accident attorney in Dallas?

You may want to contact a rideshare accident attorney in Dallas as soon as reasonably possible after a serious crash. Early action may help preserve evidence such as police reports, witness information, photographs, surveillance footage, vehicle data, and rideshare trip records before important information becomes unavailable.

3. What should I do if I was injured in an Uber accident in Dallas?

After an Uber accident, seek appropriate medical care, report the crash when required, document the accident scene if it is safe to do so, and preserve your Uber trip information. Keep copies of medical records, bills, photographs, and insurance communications. Before accepting a settlement, consider speaking with an Uber accident lawyer in Dallas about your potential legal options.

4. Can a personal injury lawyer in Dallas help if I was a passenger in a rideshare vehicle?

Yes. A personal injury lawyer in Dallas can review the circumstances of a rideshare passenger accident and investigate who may have caused the crash. Depending on the facts, a claim may involve the rideshare driver, another motorist, or other potentially responsible parties. The available insurance coverage may also depend on the circumstances surrounding the trip. The firm represents clients in personal injury and rideshare accident matters.

5. Can I work with a rideshare accident lawyer in Houston if my Uber or Lyft accident happened there?

Yes. A rideshare accident lawyer in Houston can evaluate the facts of an Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare collision, investigate potential liability, and review available insurance coverage. The Law Office of Andre Anziani, PLLC lists a Houston office by appointment and states that it represents injury victims throughout Texas. 

6. What can a personal injury attorney in Houston do after a serious rideshare accident?

A personal injury attorney in Houston can investigate the collision, gather available evidence, identify potentially responsible parties, and evaluate the physical and financial impact of your injuries. Depending on the circumstances, a claim may involve medical expenses, lost income, future treatment needs, pain and suffering, and other legally recoverable damages.

7. Who may be responsible for an Uber accident in Houston?

Responsibility for an Uber accident can depend on how the crash occurred. Potentially responsible parties may include the Uber driver, another motorist, a vehicle owner, or another person or entity. An Uber accident attorney in Houston can examine the evidence and determine which insurance policies or legal claims may potentially apply.

8. Can a Lyft accident attorney in Houston help determine which insurance coverage applies?

Yes. A Lyft accident attorney in Houston can review the driver’s status at the time of the crash, the available insurance policies, and the circumstances of the collision. Insurance coverage may differ depending on whether the driver was using the app, waiting for a ride request, traveling to pick up a passenger, or actively transporting a passenger.

9. What if I was injured in an Uber or Lyft accident elsewhere in Texas?

A serious rideshare crash can happen anywhere in the state. An Uber accident lawyer in Texas or Lyft accident lawyer in Texas can review the circumstances of the collision, investigate potential liability, and explain the legal and insurance options that may be available. Andre The Lawyer states that the firm represents injury victims throughout Texas, including Dallas and Houston. 

10. Do I need a rideshare passenger accident lawyer or rideshare injury lawyer in Texas?

You are not required to hire an attorney, but a rideshare passenger accident lawyer or rideshare injury lawyer in Texas may help if you have serious injuries, disputed fault, multiple insurance policies, or uncertainty about who is responsible. A rideshare accident attorney in Texas can review the specific facts of your case and help you understand your potential options.