Injuries Common in Rideshare Accidents

Why These Accidents Cause Unique Injuries

Rideshare accidents often involve sudden impacts at awkward angles—like T-bones, side-swipes, or abrupt stops. Common injuries include:

• Whiplash and neck sprain
• Concussions and head injuries
• Fractures and broken bones
• Soft tissue injuries—injuries to muscles or tendons like sprains and tears

Why Soft Tissue Injuries Still Matter

Soft tissue injuries don’t always show up on X-rays, but with proper medical records, diagnostic imaging—X-rays or MRIs— and documentation, you can still make a strong case.

Documenting Your Injuries

• Get checked out at an ER or urgent care
• Take photos of visible bruising or swelling
• Follow up with a primary care doctor or specialist
• Save all bills, diagnoses, and discharge paperwork

Insurance Coverage Considerations

Liability coverage—who pays your medical bills—depends on whether the rideshare app was:

• Off: Personal insurance applies
• On, waiting for a ride: Up to $50,000 per person
• Ride in progress: $1 million in commercial liability

5 Steps to Take After a Rideshare Injury

1. Call 911 and get a police report
2. Seek medical care immediately
3. Document everything (photos, receipts, visits)
4. Don’t speak to insurance without legal guidance
5. Contact a California rideshare accident attorney

Feeling Overwhelmed After a Rideshare Crash?

Take a breath. You don’t have to face medical bills and confusing insurance rules alone. Try this simple breathing technique to help calm your body and mind:

Breathing Exercise: Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds, hold for 4, exhale through your mouth for 4, hold for 4. Repeat 3–5 times.

Real Case Example: San Diego Client with Whiplash

A San Diego passenger in a Lyft vehicle reported neck stiffness and delayed symptoms. With proper documentation—including urgent care records and follow-up physical therapy—our team secured a $100,000 settlement after the initial offer was just $15,000.