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New Orleans Rideshare Accident Lawyers: Uber & Lyft Crashes

Injured in an Uber or Lyft? Rideshare insurance policies are intentionally complex, designed to protect the corporation, not the passenger or the driver. You need an experienced, local New Orleans family law firm to secure the compensation you deserve.

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What to Do If You’ve Been in an Uber or Lyft Accident in New Orleans, LA

Rideshare apps make navigating the busy streets of the French Quarter or catching a ride home from a Saints game incredibly convenient. But when a crash happens, the aftermath is uniquely stressful. If you are involved in a rideshare collision—whether as a passenger, the rideshare driver, or an occupant of another vehicle—follow these critical steps.

Step 1

Seek Medical Attention Immediately

Adrenaline can mask severe injuries. Let paramedics examine you at the scene.

Step 2

Call 911 & Report the Crash

A formal police report from the NOPD or local parish authorities is essential. It officially records the incident and helps determine fault.

Step 3

Screenshot the App

If you were the passenger or the rideshare driver, take a screenshot of your active Uber or Lyft app showing the ride details, driver information, and trip status.

Step 4

Document the Scene (If Safe)

Take clear photos of all vehicles, the intersection, visible damages, and license plates. Gather contact information from all witnesses.

Step 5

Do Not Give a Recorded Statement to Uber or Lyft

Rideshare corporate adjusters will often call quickly, seeking to minimize your payout.

Step 6

Call Breaux Law Firm

Contact our personal injury lawyers immediately. We know exactly how to navigate the complex corporate policies of rideshare giants to protect your rights.

How Uber & Lyft Insurance Works: The “Three Tiers” of Coverage

Unlike traditional taxis, rideshare drivers are classified as independent contractors who drive their own personal vehicles. This distinction creates a massive legal grey area.

Which insurance company pays for your injuries depends entirely on the exact phase of the Uber or Lyft app at the moment of impact. At Breaux Law Firm, establishing this timeline is the first thing we do.
App Status at Time of Crash Who Pays? Coverage Limits
App is OFF Personal Use The driver's personal auto insurance. Varies. State minimums typically apply. Rideshare company denies all liability.
App is ON Waiting for a Ride Request Uber or Lyft's contingency liability coverage. Up to $50,000 per person / $100,000 per accident for bodily injury.
Request Accepted Or Passenger in Car Uber or Lyft's primary commercial insurance policy. Up to $1,000,000 in liability coverage.

The Corporate Runaround

Because liability shifts depending on the app's status, rideshare companies and personal auto insurers will often point the finger at each other, leaving you stuck with the medical bills. We cut through the corporate runaround, force them to reveal the app data, and demand the maximum policy payout.

Types of Accidents We Handle

Our Uber & Lyft Accident Results (Case Studies)

We don't just handle standard car accidents; we have successfully taken on the legal teams of major rideshare companies and won life-changing settlements for both passengers and drivers.

Case Result

$1,045,000 Won for Rideshare Driver Victim

Our client, a middle-aged woman, was driving on the clock for a rideshare service when she was severely rear-ended at a high speed by a personal vehicle. She suffered a herniated disk requiring intense lumbar fusion. We fought relentlessly and secured over $1 Million for her total losses and lifelong recovery.

Case Result

$250,000 Won for Injured Uber Passenger

A gentleman was injured while riding as a passenger in an Uber when his driver made an unsafe traffic maneuver. We held the rideshare driver's commercial policy accountable and successfully won our wronged client a $250,000 settlement.

Common Causes of Rideshare Crashes in Louisiana

New Orleans presents unique driving challenges. Combine that with drivers who are relying on GPS navigation while managing an app, and accidents are unfortunately common. We investigate negligence stemming from:

Distracted Driving

Drivers constantly checking the Uber or Lyft app for new fares, interacting with the GPS, or texting riders.

Driver Fatigue

Many rideshare drivers work these shifts as a second job or drive long hours late into the night to chase surge pricing.

Unfamiliarity with Local Roads

Drivers from out of town navigating confusing one-way streets in the CBD or the French Quarter.

Aggressive Driving

Speeding or making unsafe lane changes to drop off passengers quickly and accept the next ride.

What Kind of Compensation Can You Recover?

Whether you were an innocent passenger in an Uber, a pedestrian struck by a Lyft, or a rideshare driver hit by a negligent third party, our goal is to make you whole. We fight to recover:

Past and Future Medical Bills

Emergency care, surgeries, physical therapy, and ongoing treatments.

Past and Future Lost Wages

Compensation for the time you couldn't work while recovering from your injuries.

Pain & Suffering

Financial recovery for physical pain, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life.

Property Damage

If your personal vehicle was involved, we ensure you receive the full repair or replacement value.

Our goal is simple: to help you recover the compensation you need to move forward after a serious rideshare accident.

Why Us

Why Choose Breaux Law Firm for Your Rideshare Accident?

Going up against billion-dollar tech companies requires a specific legal strategy.

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Being in an accident is scary enough, and dealing with the aftermath can be exhausting. Getting back on your feet should be hassle-free. If you call us and we determine, together, that you have a case, we’ll immediately begin fighting on your behalf to make the responsible parties do what is right. We do not stop fighting for you until you receive all you’re owed. By hiring a New Orleans Rideshare Accident Attorney from Breaux Law Firm to represent you for your rideshare accident, you can expect a clear legal explanation of your case and an honest assessment of the case’s merits. We can help you get through this difficult time and ensure you’re taken care of emotionally, physically, and financially.

Having been in business for over three decades, we’re highly experienced and well versed in personal injury law, no matter how complicated the case may be.
Our firm has a policy of open communication and responsiveness. We’re always available to discuss your case when you need to, and we can explain any detail you want to know.
Our reputation as a trustworthy personal injury law firm speaks for itself. We fight for you as if we were fighting for one of our own family members.
We’re a family-run business dedicated to our clients, their well-being, and their cases. We believe in holding responsible parties accountable and getting the compensation our clients deserve.

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Meet Your Legal Team

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DARRYL M. BREAUX

Attorney at Law

Darryl M. Breaux, the founder of the law office of Breaux Law Firm, is a proud lifelong New Orleanian. He has been married for over thirty-two years and has two children, one of whom is an attorney at Breaux Law Firm.

EVAN A. BREAUX

Attorney at Law

Evan Breaux joined Breaux Law Firm in 2017, thus establishing one of New Orleans’ only father-son personal injury law firms. Evan is a defender of justice, an advocate dedicated to helping people who are victims of unfair circumstances.

Scot Koloski

Scot Koloski

Attorney at Law

A lifelong New Orleanian, Scot Koloski brings over 25 years of legal experience to Breaux Law Firm. His career is built on a deep-rooted commitment to the people of this city and a relentless drive to be a steady voice for those navigating the aftermath of a life-altering accident.

Resolve Your Ridesharing Accident Claim

According to Louisiana (La.) Civil Code 3492 the statute of limitations applicable to personal injury claims is one year from the date of the accident, so don’t wait! If the suit is filed after the deadline, it can be dismissed.

However, it’s always a good idea to seek legal advice, as there are exceptions in which the statute of limitations may be halted and the deadline for filing a claim extended.

Although filing claims or reliving traumatic experiences can be overwhelming, moving towards the compensation you are due is the right thing for you and your family. You’re not alone in this fight. The qualified New Orleans Rideshare Accident Attorneys of Breaux Law Firm are just a phone call away. Let us handle your case and get you what you deserve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you are an injured passenger, you are fully covered under the rideshare company's $1,000,000 commercial liability policy, regardless of whether your driver or another motorist was at fault. We will ensure this policy is activated to cover your damages.

If you were on the clock and the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, you may be eligible to tap into Uber or Lyft's Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage. We have successfully won over $1 Million for injured rideshare drivers in exactly this scenario.

No. The attorneys at Breaux Law Firm work on a “contingency fee arrangement.” This means we do not get paid until you do. Our fee is taken out of the total amount of money recovered once your case is settled.

In Louisiana, you generally have ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF THE ACCIDENT to file a lawsuit to recover damages (La. Civ. Code Ann. art. 3492). If you miss this one-year deadline, your case will be dismissed. Do not wait to seek legal counsel.

Absolutely not. Early settlement offers are designed to severely underpay you before you realize the true cost of your medical care. Never sign away your rights without having an experienced personal injury attorney review your case.