Bakersfield Rideshare Accident Attorneys

Uber & Lyft Accident Lawyers in Bakersfield

Uber and Lyft are the two most popular ridesharing services in Bakersfield, California. Uber and Lyft drivers are also in the most amount of rideshare accidents each year for this reason. If you were using an Uber or Lyft when the driver got into a crash, resulting in your injuries, you could have a few options to pursue compensation, and Alvandi Law Group, P.C. can help you explore them.

Our Bakersfield rideshare accident lawyers are backed by decades of years of practice, all of which have been 100% focused on personal injury claims and workers’ comp cases. We know California liability law top-to-bottom and front-to-back, as well as all the tricks and tactics insurance companies and corporations commonly use to try to dodge liability. Trust us to handle your rideshare accident case, which could pit you against an auto insurance company or even a rideshare giant like Uber or Lyft. With our experience and resources, your case will be ready for any challenge.

Get a free consultation about your Bakersfield rideshare accident claim. Call (800) 980-6905 now.

Causes of Rideshare Accidents in Bakersfield

Like other car accidents, rideshare accidents are usually caused by driver negligence. The only big difference is that a rideshare driver is technically a worker who is earning a wage from an employer at the time of the accident, rather than the average motorist who drives for personal reasons. To figure out what went wrong and who acted negligently in your Bakersfield rideshare accident claim, our attorneys can conduct an investigation to uncover evidence of mistakes and liability.

Common causes of rideshare accidents in Bakersfield include:

• Driver distraction: Rideshare drivers are just as likely to distract themselves while driving as any other motorist. In fact, the argument could be made that they are more likely to be distracted because they must frequently check their smartphones for GPS directions and updates from the rideshare company that has contracted their services.
• Unfamiliarity with roads: Rideshare drivers in Bakersfield sometimes travel from as far as Santa Clarita, Lancaster, and Fresno to drop off a rideshare passenger. To save time and money, the rideshare driver will finish the day picking up more fares in Bakersfield, which can be a problem if they are unfamiliar with the roads and traffic patterns in the area. For example, Bakersfield locals know that California Highway 99, which crosses the city north-to-south, can be very busy and accident-prone, especially for drivers who don’t know how to react to the local traffic.
• Reckless driving: When a rideshare driver is in a hurry to finish a fare, which is common, they may decide to break the speed limit, make unsafe lane changes, tailgate other vehicles, and perform other reckless acts behind the wheel.

Is Uber or Lyft Liable for Rideshare Accidents?

After a rideshare accident, it is usually difficult to hold Uber or Lyft directly liable for the outcome of an accident involving one of their drivers. Both rideshare companies have been adamant that they do not employ rideshare drivers, but only hire them through contracted work. Therefore, Uber and Lyft drivers are independent contractors who do not pass liability up to their employers when they do something wrong, like cause a rideshare accident that leaves passengers and motorists injured.

However, Uber and Lyft both carry large insurance policies that can provide coverage to some but not all rideshare accidents involving their drivers. If such a policy applies to your case, it could create an additional avenue to use when pursuing compensation. Even if a rideshare company insurance policy should apply to your case, there is no guarantee that the company or the insurer will cooperate, so it is always important to work with a rideshare accident attorney in every circumstance.

How Alvandi Law Group, P.C. Can Help After a Rideshare Accident in Bakersfield

At Alvandi Law Group, P.C., we represent anyone in Bakersfield who has been injured in a rideshare accident. You can depend on us if you are an injured rideshare passenger, rideshare driver, or third party like another motorist who was hit by a rideshare vehicle. In any situation, we are available to provide award-winning and trusted legal counsel to guide you through your case.

When working on your Bakersfield rideshare accident case, we can help by:

• Investigating your accident to determine liability, which could be more complicated than a typical car accident case.
• Calculating the damages owed to you based on your injuries and losses.
• Pursuing compensation from the right parties based on liability and insurance policy coverages.
• Attempting to negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf, which could give you a financial recovery sooner rather than later.
• Litigating in court if your case goes to trial before a judge and jury.

Call Our Firm If You’ve Been in a Rideshare Accident

When you’re already dealing with the aftermath of a rideshare accident and the confusion it causes, you shouldn’t have to add legal stress to everything, too. Let our Bakersfield rideshare accident attorneys protect your rights in and out of court while you focus on taking care of yourself. We’re ready to step up to the challenge and pursue maximized compensation.

Call Alvandi Law Group, P.C. now at (800) 980-6905 and ask for a free case review.