Were You in an Accident with a Delivery or Rideshare Driver?

Who We Help

Every day in California, accidents happen involving app-based drivers. We help:

• Delivery drivers working for DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Instacart
• Rideshare drivers for Uber and Lyft
• People hit by delivery or rideshare vehicles
• Passengers in rideshare vehicles
• Pedestrians and cyclists involved in crashes with gig drivers

Over 1 million drivers in California work through apps. This means more cars on the road making deliveries and giving rides.

What Makes These Cases Different?

App-based driving accidents are not like regular car crashes. Here’s why:

• Multiple insurance companies may be involved
• Coverage depends on whether the driver was active on the app
• Companies often deny responsibility
• Different rules apply at different stages of a delivery or ride

What to Do After an Accident

1. Get to safety and call 911
2. Take photos of all vehicles and the scene
3. Get the driver’s personal and app-related information
4. Look for witnesses and get their contact details
5. Get medical help, even if you feel fine
6. Save screenshots if you were using the app
7. Don’t accept quick settlement offers
8. Talk to a lawyer who knows gig worker cases

Types of Compensation

You might get money for:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages while you heal
• Car repairs
• Pain and suffering
• Future medical care
• Lost earning ability

Your Rights After a Crash

Different people have different rights. Here’s what you need to know:

If You’re a Delivery or Rideshare Driver:

• You can seek help even as an independent contractor
• The app’s insurance might cover you
• Your personal insurance may not help if you were working
• Save proof you were active on the app

If You Were Hit By a Gig Driver:

• You can claim against multiple insurance policies
• The app company might be responsible
• You don’t have to deal with the company alone
• Your case value may be higher than a regular crash

If You Were a Passenger:

• Rideshare companies carry special insurance for you
• You’re covered even if another car caused the crash
• You don’t have to prove who was at fault
• Your claim is separate from the driver’s

How Insurance Works in These Cases

The rules change based on what the driver was doing:

App Off:

• Driver’s personal insurance applies
• App company usually won’t help

Waiting for Jobs:

• Some app insurance starts
• Lower coverage amounts
• Both personal and app insurance might apply

During Pickup or Delivery:

• Highest insurance coverage
• App company’s policy takes over
• Better protection for everyone involved

Common Problems We See

1. Insurance companies fighting over who pays
2. Apps deactivating drivers after crashes
3. Companies claiming drivers aren’t their responsibility
4. Low settlement offers that don’t cover all costs
5. Delayed medical care hurting your case
6. Missing evidence because people waited too long

How El Dabe Ritter Trial Lawyers Can Help

Our lawyers:

• Find all insurance coverage
• Prove who caused the crash
• Handle talks with the companies
• Fight for fair payment
• Keep you updated
• Deal with medical bills
• Protect your rights

Common Questions

“Should I talk to the app company?”

No. Their teams protect company interests, not yours. Let a lawyer handle all talks.

“What if the driver’s insurance denies my claim?”

Don’t worry. Multiple insurance policies might cover you. We find all possible coverage.

“I can’t work. What do I do about bills?”

We help find medical care without upfront costs. We also fight for lost wage payment.

“What if the crash wasn’t my fault?”

We gather evidence like videos, witness statements, and app data to prove what happened.

“How much does a lawyer cost?”

We only get paid if you win money. The first meeting is free.

“What if I was partly at fault?”

You can still get help. California law allows partial fault cases.

Get Help Today

The law gives you limited time to act. Here’s what to do:

1. Call (213) 985-1120
2. Get a free case review
3. Learn your options
4. Decide what’s best for you

You pay nothing unless we win your case.