Accidents Can Happen — Even in an Uber, Lyft, Waymo, or Taxi

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, as well as autonomous vehicles like Waymo and traditional taxis, have transformed transportation across Los Angeles and the rest of California. With the tap of a button, we can get a ride almost anywhere—quickly, affordably, and often more conveniently than driving ourselves.

But no matter how advanced the technology or how experienced the driver, accidents can still happen. And when they do, the injuries can be just as serious—sometimes more so—than those in typical car crashes.

Why Rideshare and Autonomous Vehicle Accidents Are Different

Accidents involving Uber, Lyft, Waymo, or taxis often involve multiple layers of responsibility, including:

• The rideshare driver
• The company (Uber, Lyft, or taxi company)
• Another at-fault driver
• The manufacturer or software provider (for autonomous vehicles like Waymo)

This means insurance coverage can get complicated fast. For rideshare drivers, coverage depends on whether they were off-duty, waiting for a ride request, or actively transporting a passenger. Waymo accidents may involve separate claims related to software malfunction, sensor issues, or vehicle autonomy failures.

Common Causes of Rideshare & Autonomous Vehicle Accidents

• Distracted driving
• Speeding or reckless driving
• Failure to yield or obey traffic laws
• Autonomous system glitches or sensor failures
• Poor vehicle maintenance
• Dangerous road conditions

Who Pays for Your Injuries?

If you are injured while riding in an Uber, Lyft, Waymo, or taxi, you may be eligible for compensation from multiple sources, including:

• The rideshare company’s commercial insurance policy
• The at-fault driver’s insurance
• The autonomous vehicle operator’s liability coverage
• Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage

These cases often require aggressive investigation and experienced legal strategy to ensure victims receive the full compensation they deserve for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and long-term care needs.

Injured in a Rideshare or Autonomous Vehicle Accident? We Can Help.

At the Law Offices of David P. Kashani, APLC, we represent injury victims across Los Angeles and throughout California. Whether your accident involved Uber, Lyft, Waymo, or a taxi, our team knows how to take on powerful corporations, insurance companies, and defense lawyers who try to minimize your claim.

We fight to get you the compensation you deserve—no upfront fees, no hidden costs, and no payment unless we win your case.

If you've been injured in a rideshare or autonomous vehicle accident, contact us today for a free consultation. You don’t have to face this alone.