Client sustained life-threatening injuries after being hit by a driver who passed away at the scene. We obtained close to the policy limits with an additional claimant pre-suit and negotiated medical liens down over $250,000.
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As a rideshare passenger who was hurt in an accident, you trusted someone else to get you where you needed to go. Now you’re dealing with injuries, medical bills, and an insurance process that feels anything but simple. Rideshare accidents involving Uber, Lyft, and other app-based services can involve multiple insurance policies. It is not always clear who is responsible for paying your claim.
Knowing your rights after a rideshare crash matters, and having the right legal team on your side can make a real difference. Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm represents injured passengers, drivers, and others hurt in Waunakee rideshare accidents throughout Wisconsin. Our Wisconsin rideshare accident lawyers bring 80+ years of combined experience to personal injury cases. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Rideshare accidents happen for many of the same reasons as other car crashes, but a few factors make them more complicated. Rideshare drivers may spend long hours on the road, drive in unfamiliar areas, and rely on their apps for trip details. That combination can create real risk for passengers and others on the road.
Common causes of rideshare accidents in Waunakee include:
Any of these situations can cause serious harm. If you were injured in a rideshare crash, you may have a valid claim for compensation.
This is one of the most common questions after a rideshare crash. The answer depends on what the driver was doing at the time. Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft provide different levels of insurance coverage based on whether the driver had the app on, had accepted a ride, or had a passenger in the vehicle.
If the driver had the app turned off, the rideshare company’s insurance usually does not apply. The driver’s personal auto policy may be the only coverage available.
Rideshare companies generally provide limited liability coverage during this period, which may include up to $50,000 per person for bodily injury. This may be more than personal coverage, but it may not be enough for serious injuries.
This is when the rideshare company’s full insurance may apply. Uber and Lyft generally provide at least $1 million in third-party liability coverage once a driver has accepted a ride or a passenger is on board. This coverage generally applies during the trip itself.
Understanding which coverage period applies to your situation matters. Research on rideshare services and traffic safety shows why crash claims involving app-based rides can be complex. When a rideshare crash causes injuries, passengers and other victims need to understand which coverage applies and how to protect their claim.
If you were hurt in a rideshare accident, you may be able to recover compensation for many types of losses. The severity of your injuries and the details of the crash will affect what your claim may be worth.
Common types of compensation in rideshare accident cases may include:
This list does not include every possible loss. Our attorneys can help you understand the value of your claim based on the specific facts of your case.
What you do after a rideshare accident can affect your ability to recover fair compensation. Taking the right steps early can help protect your case.
Get checked by a doctor even if you feel okay. Some injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, may not show obvious symptoms right away. Delaying treatment can make it harder to connect your injuries to the crash later.
If you can do so safely, take photos of the vehicles, the road, and any visible injuries. Get the names and contact information of the rideshare driver, other parties involved, and any witnesses. Screenshots of your ride confirmation, driver details, route, and receipt from the app can also be helpful.
Call 911 and make sure a police report is filed. You should also report the crash through the rideshare app. Notifying the rideshare company creates a record in its system.
Insurance companies for rideshare claims may move quickly to minimize payouts. Do not give a recorded statement or accept a settlement offer before speaking with a lawyer.
Reach out to our attorneys as soon as possible after the crash. We can begin preserving evidence, communicating with insurers, and building your case before important details are lost. Many rideshare injury claims involve disputes over which policy applies. Having legal guidance early can make a real difference.
Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm was built on the Pemberton Promise: a commitment to fight for every client’s best interests, not just the easiest outcome. We do not take quick settlements when a client deserves more. We work to reduce liens, help with property damage issues, and go to trial when that is what a case requires.
Our attorneys bring 80+ years of combined experience to personal injury cases across Wisconsin. That includes deep roots in the Waunakee community and a team that understands what local clients face when dealing with large insurance companies. We know their strategies because some of our attorneys spent years on the insurance defense side before representing injured people.
Our track record includes achieving a landmark jury verdict in a high-stakes personal injury case, and that same dedication carries into every case we take. We fight for fair compensation, not just the fastest path to a settlement.
Being hurt in a rideshare accident can leave you feeling powerless. The insurance process is complicated, the layers of coverage can be confusing, and you may not know where to start. That is a lot to manage while you are also trying to heal.
The dedicated team at Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm is here to guide you through it. We handle the legal side so you can focus on healing. Reach out today to get your questions answered and learn what your case may be worth. Contact our office today to schedule your free case evaluation.
Insurance companies profit when you lose. Every claim they deny, every settlement they lowball, every injured person they convince to accept less—that’s money in their pocket. And they’re very good at what they do.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we’ve made it our mission to take on the insurance companies that put profits over people. We know every underhanded tactic they’ll use to cheat you out of fair compensation, and we’re prepared to fight fire with fire. When insurance adjusters see us coming, they know they’re in for a real battle. You didn’t ask to be injured.
You didn’t ask to fight a billion-dollar corporation. But now that you’re here, you deserve lawyers who will go to war for you. We don’t settle for less than full compensation, we don’t back down from tough fights, and we don’t let insurance companies bully our clients. PERIOD.
Life following a serious injury can bring intense emotions and pain. Accident victims often hope to get their lives back on track, only to be held back by the demands involved with personal injury claims. This is especially the case for individuals who become hospitalized. Wherever you are in the process, we’d be glad to help.
Our injury lawyers in Wisconsin step up to represent you. At Pemberton, we provide this advocacy at every step in the injury claims process so you can be on your way to feeling like yourself again.
Contact our Waunakee personal injury attorneys at (608) 448-6242 to speak with one of our experienced attorneys. We will create a plan together to help you protect your rights and get you back to your life.
$40M+ Won For Our Clients
Client sustained life-threatening injuries after being hit by a driver who passed away at the scene. We obtained close to the policy limits with an additional claimant pre-suit and negotiated medical liens down over $250,000.
In this car accident case, the client suffered catastrophic injuries in a head-on collision when the at-fault driver crossed the center line. Her injuries included multiple broken bones in the chest, ribs, wrist, and ankle, internal injuries requiring intestinal surgery, and a damaged artery in the spine. With medical expenses exceeding $4,000, we secured the at-fault driver’s full insurance coverage and pursued an additional $1,000,000 from the client’s own insurance policy. We also negotiated a reduction of more than $468,000 in outstanding medical costs to ensure the client received maximum financial recovery for her life-altering injuries and permanent impact on her ability to work.
The client’s loved one suffered a fatal injury in an auto collision that resulted in over $382,000 in medical bills. Acting as the family’s second attorney, we navigated difficult policy-limit issues and secured a $1,000,000 settlement. While the case had greater overall value and the family would have liked a higher recovery, they chose to settle to avoid prolonged litigation and move forward.
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”
“Focus on healing and we will take care of everything on the legal side”
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”