Hurt in an Uber or Lyft Ride?

Whether you were a rider, pedestrian, or struck by a rideshare vehicle, you may be entitled to compensation. We help victims navigate the complex world of rideshare liability.

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When Convenience Turns Into Chaos — Know Your Rights After a Rideshare Accident

We rely on rideshare services like Uber and Lyft to get us home safely — but when accidents happen, it’s rarely clear who’s responsible. Insurance coverage is complex, and drivers may deny fault or blame others.

At Kobes Legal PLLC, we cut through the confusion. We represent injured passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers involved in Uber or Lyft collisions. Our team helps you understand your rights and fights to hold the right parties accountable.

WHAT COUNTS AS A RIDESHARE ACCIDENT?

Rideshare accidents involve Uber, Lyft, or other app-based driving services. Whether you were riding, walking nearby, or hit by a rideshare driver, these cases involve special legal and insurance rules.

Passenger Injured During Uber or Lyft Ride

If you’re hurt as a paying passenger, you may be covered under the rideshare company’s commercial insurance.

Hit by a Rideshare Vehicle While Driving

If an Uber or Lyft driver crashes into you, their personal or company insurance may be responsible — depending on the driver’s status at the time.

Pedestrian Struck by Rideshare Driver

When rideshare drivers aren’t paying attention, pedestrians suffer the consequences. We hold negligent drivers and insurers accountable.

Rideshare Driver Ran a Red Light or Was Distracted

Phone usage, fatigue, and rushing between pickups all contribute to dangerous decisions behind the wheel.

Uninsured/Underinsured Rideshare Drivers

Not all drivers follow coverage rules — we’ll dig into insurance layers and fight for what you’re owed.

Third-Party Liability

Sometimes fault lies with another driver, unsafe road design, or defective vehicle parts. We uncover all responsible parties.

WHEN CAN YOU FILE A CLAIM?

You may have a valid uber lyft accidents case if:

  • You were injured in a crash involving a rideshare vehicle (as a passenger, driver, or pedestrian);

  • The rideshare driver was distracted, speeding, or at fault;

  • You incurred medical bills, missed work, or suffered lasting injuries; and

  • The driver was logged into the app during the incident (insurance matters here).

We know how to deal with Uber, Lyft, and their insurers — and we fight hard for real answers and real compensation.

EXAMPLES OF RIDESHARE ACCIDENT CASES

  • Injured while riding in an Uber hit by another car;

  • Lyft driver runs a red light and collides with a pedestrian;

  • Driver distracted by app hits cyclist in bike lane;

  • Uber passenger suffers back injury in highway crash; and

  • Insurance companies deny claim due to app status confusion.

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PROVING LIABILITY IN RIDESHARE CLAIMS

To hold the right parties accountable, we investigate:

  • App status of the driver at the time of the crash;

  • Dashcam or surveillance footage;

  • Driver records and phone activity;

  • Police and accident reports;

  • Medical records, witness testimony, and vehicle damage; and

  • Uber/Lyft’s insurance response and denial patterns.

Free Initial Consultation

Tell us about your case and our attorneys will contact you promptly

No Fees Unless We Win

We handle cases on a contingency-fee basis, meaning costs come out of your recovery, not your pocket.

Why Choose Kobes Legal PLLC?

Strategy That Fits Your Case

No two crashes are alike. We tailor every case to your injuries, coverage, and legal options.

Rideshare Liability Experience

We understand the split insurance policies and app-based loopholes that come with Uber & Lyft accidents.

Licensed in WA, AZ & FL

Whether it happened in Seattle, Phoenix, or Naples — we’ve got you covered.

No Fees Unless We Win

You don’t pay unless we recover compensation on your behalf.

About Brett Kobes & Kobes Legal PLLC

Brett Kobes is a trusted trial attorney with a background in military leadership and legal advocacy. At Kobes Legal PLLC, he leads a dedicated team committed to helping families who have lost a loved one due to negligence. With a foundation in compassion and strategic litigation, the firm serves clients across Washington, Arizona, and Florida.

Whether in court or through settlement, Brett’s mission is clear: to help you find closure, justice, and peace of mind after unthinkable loss.

We proudly serve clients across Washington, Arizona, and Florida — offering big-firm experience with small-firm care.

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Locations We Serve

  • Seattle
  • North Bend
  • Issaquah
  • Kirkland
  • Bellevue