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Rideshare Accident Claims (Uber/Lyft) — Your Rights

Sun May 17 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) · 4 min read

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Three insurance “periods”

Most states use a framework like:

  1. App off — driver's personal auto policy
  2. App on, no ride — limited commercial coverage
  3. Ride accepted / passenger inside — higher commercial limits

Exact amounts vary by state and company.

Passengers

If you were a passenger, you may have claims against the rideshare policy, the at-fault driver, and your own UM/UIM.

Drivers for Uber/Lyft

You may face gaps between personal and commercial coverage. Document the app status at impact.

What to do at the scene

  • Call 911
  • Screenshot the trip in the app
  • Get the driver's plate and rideshare ID
  • Seek medical care even if you feel fine

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