Austin Rideshare Accident Attorney

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have transformed transportation in Austin, but they have also introduced new risks on our roads. When a rideshare driver causes an accident or a rideshare passenger is injured by another driver, the claims process becomes significantly more complicated than a standard car accident case. Multiple insurance policies may apply depending on whether the rideshare driver was logged into the app, waiting for a ride request, or actively transporting a passenger at the time of the crash.

When a rideshare driver is actively carrying a passenger or en route to pick one up, both Uber and Lyft provide up to $1 million in liability coverage. However, when the driver is logged into the app but has not yet accepted a ride, the coverage drops significantly. Understanding which policy applies and how to maximize your recovery requires an attorney who is experienced in rideshare accident claims.

Rideshare companies often try to distance themselves from liability by classifying their drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. This corporate strategy is designed to shift responsibility away from the company and onto the individual driver, whose personal insurance may be inadequate to cover serious injuries. At Medina & Medina, we know how to cut through these tactics and pursue claims against all available insurance policies.

If you were injured as a rideshare passenger, another driver involved in a rideshare accident, or a pedestrian hit by a rideshare vehicle in Austin, contact Medina & Medina for a free consultation. We will identify every source of insurance coverage available in your case and fight to recover the maximum compensation for your injuries.