Injured in a Lyft or Uber? We're here to help.
Whether you were a passenger, another driver, or a pedestrian, a rideshare crash drops you into a maze of overlapping insurance policies — and the companies behind them have teams of lawyers whose job is to keep your settlement small.
No fee unless we win. Hospitalized? We come to you.
United Citizen Law handles Uber and Lyft accident claims across Sacramento. The coverage that applies depends on exactly what the rideshare driver was doing at the moment of the crash, and we know how to identify the right policy and hold a multinational company accountable.
Rideshare insurance is layered — and that's where claims go wrong
Rideshare coverage changes based on the driver's status at the moment of impact: app off, app on but waiting for a ride, or actively carrying or en route to a passenger. Each phase can trigger a different policy with a different limit, and getting that wrong can leave real compensation on the table.
Companies like Uber and Lyft staff their claims with adjusters and attorneys who understand these distinctions perfectly and use them to their advantage. We use that same knowledge for you — pinpointing every applicable policy and refusing to let a corporation minimize what you're owed.
Our proven three-step process
We bring the same tested framework to every case while accounting for the details of your unique situation.
We establish the coverage
We determine the driver's app status at the moment of the crash and identify every insurance policy that applies to your claim.
We build against the company
We document your injuries and losses and prepare a claim built to withstand a corporation's legal team, not just an individual driver.
We recover what you're owed
We negotiate against every applicable policy and litigate when needed so a complex coverage picture doesn't cost you your recovery.
Common questions
What if I was the rideshare driver?
You can still be represented. Drivers injured in accidents they didn't cause can also pursue a settlement from the rideshare company's coverage. We'll evaluate your situation and fight for what you're owed.
Do rideshare companies have insurance?
Yes. These companies maintain sizable policies — Lyft, for example, provides up to $1 million in third-party liability coverage for accidents. Actual damages can exceed those limits, which is exactly why experienced representation matters.
What kind of compensation may I be entitled to?
Compensation can cover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering resulting from the crash. During your free consultation we'll give you a clearer picture based on your specific injuries and losses.
What if the rideshare driver wasn't technically 'on a trip'?
Coverage still may exist, but the applicable policy and limits change. This is exactly the distinction that trips up unrepresented claimants, and exactly what we sort out for you.
How long do I have to file a rideshare claim?
Generally two years in California. Because these claims involve corporate insurers, getting started early helps preserve evidence and app records.
What does representation cost?
Nothing unless we win. Free consultation, contingency fee.