California Rideshare Accident Attorney
Being Injured In A Rideshare Accident in California, Whether By A Rideshare Driver On The Clock, Or As A Passenger In A Rideshare Vehicle, Not Only Can Mean You Aren’t Driving Your Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Etc. It May Also Mean You Aren’t Working And It May Be Costing You In Medical Bills, Lost Time, Plus The Pain You May Be Experiencing.
Shouldn’t Someone Pay Besides You?
Why Choose Capital Law Firm for Your Rideshare Accident?
- Highly Reviewed & Rated – Highly rated with 200+ Reviews on Google. 5/5 Star Superb rating on respected legal site AVVO. See some of our client reviews below.
- Accidents Don’t Wait for Business Hours – Neither do the right lawyers. We’re available by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Bilingual Law Firm – Capital Law Firm caters to you in English or Spanish.
- Experienced – With our extensive 50+ Years of combined experience, we’ve represented many cases, probably just like yours.
- Accessible Attorneys – You can always speak to an attorney once you are a client.
- No Win No Fee – Our consultation is FREE. You owe us nothing unless we win your case. This way, you can focus on recovery NOT the bill.
- Personalized Attention – We understand and respect that everyone’s needs are unique. We treat you with the attention you deserve.
Should I Get A Lawyer for My Rideshare Accident?
Maybe you are the type of person who is hesitant to sue anyone. Still, you could be experiencing pain, suffering, and discomfort, dealing with piles of unexpected medical bills, time off work, and being confused about how to move forward. There are a lot of moving parts to an injury case, both legal and non-legal related. That’s what we’re here for so you don’t have to deal with them.
Shouldn’t someone pay for what happened? Having a Rideshare Accident attorney is, unfortunately, a reality for ensuring you get the best representation for you and your case.
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What Our Clients Are Saying
I had an excellent experience with The Capital Law Firm, P.C. after a car accident. They provided outstanding service, were very professional, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process. Everything was handled smoothly and stress-free, and in the end, I received a great settlement. I’m truly grateful for their help and would highly recommend them.
Halil Kaplan
Local Guide · 52 reviews · 101 photos
If you’ve been injured in an accident and don’t know who to go to or what to do, you NEED to hire The Capital Law Firm. You don’t pay anything up front, and they fight to get you the maximum settlement possible.
I was rear ended by an UNINSURED driver and didn’t know what to do. Josh, the attorney, was so kind, and Nicole the case manager in handling everything. They made sure to go above and beyond with everything.
I was able to get the medical treatment I needed with no out of pocket costs. They were able to negotiate and reduce my medical bills to get max compensation for me.
So thankful for this amazing firm and all you did for me
Jacqueline Maldonado
Local Guide · 14 reviews · 9 photos
The Best Lawyer ever. Very professional and trustworthy. My first Lawyer didn’t want to fight for me, but JOSH made the impossible Possible. Thank you very much.
Ardit Papa
Local Guide · 30 reviews
I want to very much say thank you to Joshua Zokaeem and his staff for the way my car accident case was handled. I generally am not one to leave reviews but the way my case was handled and the way I was treated was special and far above expectation. From my initial call with their law office – I had the pleasure of talking to attorney Josh. He provided me such a thorough breakdown of what was going to happen along with a few similar cases that he settled. After I forwarded him all the photos and information, he quickly had me set up with a doctor. Both him and his assistant Brittany made sure to check in with me almost every week to see how i was feeling.
After all my visits he got me a settlement that was extremely high in my opinion and I was so happy. They quickly reduced all my medical bills and ambulance bill and I was able to have my check sent to me via overnight delivery. Everyone at his office cares for your case and they literally handled everything and are always easy to reach. Thanks so much to this team they are one of a kind and as advertised.
Stephanie
Local Guide · 11 reviews · 11 photos
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What to do if you’ve been injured in an accident:
- Report your accident to the appropriate authorities ASAP. Ensure Authorities are contacted and document the scene. Get medical treatment for any injuries you have sustained, don’t “shake it off.” Some injuries, like traumatic brain injuries or internal injuries, can have delayed symptoms. The sooner you can receive medical attention, the better for your health and your case.
- Collect as much information as possible. You or someone you trust should attempt to get information from any involved parties. Important information can be the names of all parties involved and any eyewitnesses. If you were in a car crash, get the other driver’s insurance information too.
- Take photographs. Photograph the scene, your injuries, the causing factors of the accident, and anything you think may be relevant. If you were injured on someone’s property due to a dangerous condition, take photos of the dangerous condition.
- Get copies of all relevant documents. This can include police reports, incident reports, medical documents, and communications with insurance companies.
The more information you have about your case, the stronger your claim will be. If you were injured due to another’s carelessness, contact Capital Law Firm to learn more about filing a claim.
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What Are the Leading Causes of Uber, Lyft, and Rideshare Accidents in California?
A motor vehicle accident can happen for a multitude of reasons, ranging from human error to environmental factors. Here are some common examples of contributing factors:
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Reckless driving
- Tailgating
- Drowsy driving
- Aggressive driving
- Poor road conditions
- Vehicle defects
- Failure to yield
- Inexperienced drivers
- Improper turns
- Failure to signal
- Driving on the wrong side of the road
- Sudden stops
- Inadequate following distance
- Uber/Lyft/rideshare accidents
What If I Am Partially at Fault for My Accident?
Being partially at fault for your accident doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t have a Personal Injury Claim. When you call Capital Law Firm, we will diligently study the aspects of your accident and build your case for you.
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Components of a Rideshare Accident Case
You must prove that the other party caused your injury to have a successful personal injury claim. First, you must show that the other party owed you a duty of care and breached it. Southern Colorado defines duty of care as “ A person in control of a property using reasonable care to keep the premises in a reasonably safe condition for the protection of all persons whose presence is reasonably foreseeable.” This includes stopping at red lights. If a driver runs a red light, he or she has breached the duty of care. That breach put you and other motorists at risk.
Finally, you must prove that by breaching the duty of care, the other party caused your injuries. Using the previous example, you can prove causation if a driver runs a red light, hits your car, and breaks your leg. By running the red light, the driver caused an accident. The accident resulted in a broken leg. This is a straightforward example, but personal injury cases are generally much more complicated. That’s why hiring Capital Law Firm is vital.
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About Uber, Lyft, and Rideshare Accidents in California
Recovering compensation for a ridesharing accident claim can be very complicated. Rideshare drivers are not operating their vehicles solely for their own benefit, therefore liability is not always straightforward in Uber and Lyft crash cases. It can extend beyond the rideshare driver to include other drivers, the rideshare company, vehicle manufacturers, and even governmental entities responsible for road conditions.
If you want to seek compensation for damages resulting from a rideshare accident, you will need to identify the parties that are liable for your accident. Some parties that can be held liable for rideshare accidents include:
- The rideshare driver
- The driver of the other vehicle
- Pedestrians
- Cyclists
- Other motorists
- Government agencies
- Car or car part manufacturers
Examples of Rideshare Accident Liability
In California, liability for a ride-sharing accident depends on the circumstances surrounding the crash.
- You’re a passenger in the rideshare vehicle: The rideshare company’s insurance applies.
- You’re in the other car, and the accident occurs while the ride-share driver has passengers: The rideshare company’s insurance applies.
- You’re in the other vehicle, and the ride-share driver is en route to get passengers: The ride-share company’s gap insurance applies if it’s more than the driver’s individual coverage.
- The rideshare driver doesn’t have any passengers, and they’re not traveling to get passengers: The driver’s personal liability policy applies.
- Rules of comparative negligence apply.
If you have lost a loved one in a car accident, you may also be eligible to file a wrongful death claim against the party at fault and their insurance company.
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We welcome your questions and want to understand your situation to help you move forward and get the best representation for you or your loved one. Call our office at (844) 410-0145 with questions and a description of your situation to see if we can assist or to schedule a consultation. Or you may simply fill out the form above on this page. Your form will be directly emailed to our office, and you can expect a reply within one business day and often within hours of the same day. All information you share is confidential.
What To Do Now
We welcome your questions and want to understand your situation to help you move forward and get the best representation for you or your loved one. Call our office at (844) 410-0145 with questions and a description of your situation to see if we can assist or to schedule a consultation. Or you may simply fill out the form above on this page. Your form will be directly emailed to our office, and you can expect a reply within one business day and often within hours of the same day. All information you share is confidential.