Serving Beverly Hills Rideshare Injury Victims Since 1993, with Million Dollar Advocates Forum Recognition
Rideshare crashes in Beverly Hills aren’t routine car accident cases. Every claim involves layered insurance policies tied to the driver’s app status at the moment of impact, and each layer carries different coverage limits. We’ve been representing Southern California injury victims since 1993, and we know how to untangle these claims so that injured riders, pedestrians, and drivers can pursue the compensation they may be entitled to recover.
Uber and Lyft vehicles move continuously through Beverly Hills. The Golden Triangle, Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, Rodeo Drive, and hotel and restaurant valet zones all generate heavy rideshare traffic. That density means more pickups, more drop-offs, more distracted drivers navigating curbside congestion, and more opportunities for crashes.
If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft accident in Beverly Hills, call us now at (855) 785-0297 for a free consultation. There are no upfront costs, and you owe nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Why Beverly Hills Rideshare Clients Work with Law Offices of Haleh Shekarchian
Attorney Haleh Shekarchian is a member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a distinction held by fewer than 1% of attorneys in the United States. These memberships reflect a record of achieving million and multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements for personal injury and wrongful death clients in California. Defense attorneys, judges, and insurance companies throughout Los Angeles County recognize her integrity and her commitment to the clients she represents.
We handle rideshare accident cases on a contingency-fee basis. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf, which means there’s no financial barrier to getting experienced legal help after a crash. We’re also members of both the Beverly Hills Bar Association and the Los Angeles County Bar Association.
Accessible When You Need Us If your injuries prevent you from coming to our office, we can come to you. We meet with clients at their home or in the hospital when that’s what the situation requires. Our team offers legal services in English, Spanish, and Farsi, so language is not a barrier to getting help.
Start Your Free Rideshare Accident Consultation Today
A free consultation costs you nothing and gives you a clear picture of your options. We can review the circumstances of your crash, identify which insurance periods and policies apply, and give you an honest assessment of your claim. If you can’t travel to our office, we can come to you.
No upfront fees. No costs unless we recover for you. Call Law Offices of Haleh Shekarchian at (855) 785-0297 to speak with a Beverly Hills rideshare accident lawyer today.
How Uber & Lyft Insurance Coverage Works in California
The coverage available after a rideshare crash depends entirely on what the driver was doing in the app at the moment of impact. California law recognizes three distinct phases, and the difference between them can mean the difference between a $50,000 policy and a $1 million one.
App off: Only the driver’s personal auto insurance applies. The rideshare company provides no coverage whatsoever.
App on, no ride accepted (Period 1): Limited liability coverage applies: up to $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident in bodily injury, plus $30,000 in property damage.
Ride accepted or passenger on board (Periods 2 and 3): Both Uber and Lyft provide up to $1 million in third-party liability coverage, along with uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage.
Because the stakes shift so dramatically between periods, rideshare insurers routinely dispute which phase applied. App screenshots taken immediately after the crash, trip receipts, GPS data, and platform records all help establish the correct coverage period. Involving an attorney early can help preserve that evidence before it disappears.
Who Can File a Rideshare Accident Claim in Beverly Hills
You don’t have to be sitting in the backseat of an Uber or Lyft to have a viable claim. Rideshare accidents in Beverly Hills affect a wide range of people.
Cyclists and motorcyclists hit by a turning or distracted rideshare driver
Drivers and passengers in other vehicles involved in a collision with an Uber or Lyft driver
Rideshare drivers themselves injured by another negligent driver while on the job
Rideshare passengers generally aren’t considered at fault in a crash, which can simplify their claim. But even then, identifying all applicable policies requires careful legal analysis. California’s comparative fault rule allows injured parties to recover damages even if they share some responsibility for the accident; their recovery is reduced in proportion to their share of fault, not eliminated entirely. When a loved one is killed in a Beverly Hills rideshare collision, family members may have a wrongful death claim.
Compensation You May Be Able to Recover
Rideshare accident injuries range from soft tissue damage to traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, disc herniations, fractures, and internal injuries. Some injuries aren’t immediately apparent after the crash, which is one reason prompt medical evaluation matters.
Injured victims in California may be entitled to compensation for:
Current and future medical expenses, including emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, physical therapy, imaging, and medications
Lost wages and reduced future earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Property damage
Out-of-pocket expenses related to the injury
In rare cases where a defendant’s conduct was malicious, oppressive, or fraudulent, punitive damages may also be available. Seeking medical care promptly after a crash protects both your health and the evidentiary record that supports your claim.
What to Do After an Uber or Lyft Accident in Beverly Hills
The steps you take in the minutes and hours after a rideshare crash directly affect both your health and your ability to pursue compensation. Here’s what matters most:
Call 911: Get emergency help if anyone is injured, and accept medical care even if your injuries seem minor at first.
Screenshot the app immediately: Capture the driver’s name, vehicle information, and trip status before the session closes. This documents the coverage period.
Document the scene: Photograph the vehicles, license plates, road conditions, visible injuries, and any nearby signage or traffic controls.
Gather witness information: Collect names and contact details from anyone who saw the crash.
Report through the app: Notify Uber or Lyft of the accident using the in-app reporting feature.
Don’t give a recorded statement: Insurers move quickly after crashes. A recorded statement made before you speak with an attorney can be used to minimize your claim.
California’s personal injury statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of the crash. Claims involving a government entity may require a tort claim filed within six months. Business surveillance footage, hotel camera recordings, and dashcam video can disappear quickly, so involving a rideshare accident attorney early can improve your ability to preserve the evidence your case needs.
