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Nashville Rideshare Accident Lawyers
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As Nashville’s tourism industry grows, rideshare cars have become increasingly common on the city’s roads. While these rides offer convenience for locals and visitors, they add a level of complexity when an accident happens.
If you were injured in a rideshare crash, NST Law can help. Our Nashville rideshare accident lawyers offer free consultations and are available 24/7 to discuss your case.
- What Should You Do After a Rideshare Accident in Nashville?
- How Can an NST Nashville Rideshare Accident Lawyer Help You?
- Who Can Be Held Liable in a Rideshare Accident in Nashville?
- What Insurance Coverage Do Uber, Lyft, and Waymo Provide After a Rideshare Accident in Nashville?
- What Types of Compensation Can You Recover in a Nashville Rideshare Accident?
- How Do You File a Rideshare Accident Claim in Nashville?
- Why Choose NST Law After a Rideshare Accident?
- Rideshare Frequently Asked Questions
- Speak With a Nashville Rideshare Accident Lawyer Today
What Should You Do After a Rideshare Accident in Nashville?
After a rideshare accident in Nashville, taking the right steps early can protect your health and strengthen your injury claim.
- Get Medical Help Immediately: Call 911 if anyone is injured. Even if your injuries seem minor, visit a trusted hospital in Nashville to ensure everything is documented.
- Identify All Parties Involved: Collect names, contact information, and insurance details from the rideshare driver, other drivers, and any third parties.
- Document the Scene: Take clear photos of the accident scene, vehicle damage, and your injuries. Obtain the police report as soon as it’s available.
- Contact an Attorney Before Speaking to Insurance: Rideshare accident claims are complex, and insurance companies may try to minimize payouts. An experienced Nashville car accident attorney can protect your rights and handle insurance communications on your behalf.
How Can an NST Nashville Rideshare Accident Lawyer Help You?
If you have an injury from an Uber or Lyft accident, a Nashville lawyer can help you pursue compensation. Our attorneys are highly experienced in determining liability in Uber and Lyft crashes. We gather evidence, consult with expert witnesses, and use that information to calculate and pursue full compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
We also handle all interactions with insurance companies, including complex coverage issues involving the rideshare driver’s policy, the company’s commercial coverage, and your own uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance. Many of our cases settle without going to court, but we are always prepared to go to trial if needed.
NST Law provides all legal services on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Who Can Be Held Liable in a Rideshare Accident in Nashville?
Rideshare accident liability is complex, particularly given that rideshare drivers are independent contractors. Traditional rules of employer liability do not apply, which means a plaintiff cannot directly hold Uber or Lyft responsible for a driver’s negligence.
However, if the driver is at fault, there are specific scenarios in which the company’s insurance is responsible for damages. In other situations, the driver’s insurance applies.
Responsibility does not always come back to the rideshare car driver, however. Other drivers might be liable if they were responsible for the accident. Factors such as poor road maintenance, faulty vehicle parts, and adverse weather conditions can also contribute to the issue. It’s essential to work with an attorney who can identify liable parties and hold them accountable.
Fake Rideshare Drivers and Liability
Rideshare insurance only covers drivers who are officially affiliated with the company. If you were injured by a fake rideshare driver—someone posing as an Uber or Lyft driver without authorization—you will not be protected by the company’s insurance.
If you find yourself in this situation, you may be able to pursue a claim against the individual impersonator or their insurance if they have a policy. If they are uninsured or do not disclose their real identity, you may need to rely on your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.
Tennessee lawmakers have taken steps to protect the public from these risks. House Bill 786, recently passed, makes it illegal to impersonate a rideshare driver. Speak with an attorney about how this may affect your case.
What Insurance Coverage Do Uber, Lyft, and Waymo Provide After a Rideshare Accident in Nashville?
Uber and Lyft provide tiered insurance coverage based on the driver’s app activity. Understanding when and how each policy applies is key to securing fair compensation.
- If the app is off: The driver’s insurance applies.
- If the app is on and the driver is available: The rideshare company offers limited third-party liability insurance that covers $50,000 in injury costs per victim, up to a total of $100,000 per accident. Coverage also includes $25,000 in property damage per accident.
- If the driver is en route or carrying a passenger: The rideshare company’s comprehensive insurance applies, covering up to $1 million in property damage or injuries to passengers and third parties when the driver is at fault. The company’s insurance also covers damage to the driver’s car with a $2,500 deductible, provided the driver maintains comprehensive and collision coverage. Coverage is available up to the car’s cash value.
These coverage tiers meet Tennessee’s legal insurance requirements for rideshare companies.
Waymo, an autonomous vehicle company owned by Alphabet Inc., does not yet operate in Nashville. However, future crashes involving driverless vehicles may raise unique legal questions. As these vehicles enter local streets, consulting an experienced Nashville rideshare accident lawyer will be essential for navigating liability.
What Types of Compensation Can You Recover in a Nashville Rideshare Accident?
Rideshare settlement payouts typically include two types of compensation: economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages are your direct monetary losses, such as
- Past and future medical costs
- Lost wages
- Future lost earning capacity
- Property damage
- Transportation costs and other related expenses
Non-economic expenses compensate you for intangible losses, including:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Scarring or disfigurement
If the at-fault party acted recklessly, intentionally, or maliciously, punitive damages may be awarded to punish wrongdoing and deter similar future conduct.
If the accident led to a tragic loss, surviving family members may pursue additional damages in a wrongful death claim. Our attorneys can explain your options and advocate for full accountability.
How Does Tennessee's Modified Comparative Negligence Rule Affect Compensation?
Tennessee follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means you can still recover damages if you were less than 50% at fault for the accident. However, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
For example, if you are found to be 20% responsible for the crash, your total compensation will be reduced by 20%. If you are 50% or more at fault, you are barred from recovering damages under Tennessee law.
How Do You File a Rideshare Accident Claim in Nashville?
To pursue compensation after a rideshare incident:
- Report the incident to the company. Follow Uber’s or Lyft’s accident reporting procedure in the app. Submit your report as soon as possible.
- File with the correct insurer. If you’re unsure which one applies, ask your insurer or the rideshare company for confirmation.
- Secure legal help. An experienced Nashville rideshare accident lawyer can help you fight for your rights.
- File within the statute of limitations. In most cases, you have one year from the date of the Uber or Lyft crash to file a claim in Tennessee.
Why Choose NST Law After a Rideshare Accident?
Our experienced attorneys have been serving the victims of car, truck, and pedestrian accidents for over 35 years. We have more than 175 legal professionals firm-wide to support your case, all of whom follow the Six Pillars of NST Law: compassionate care, accessibility, resourcefulness, trust and transparency, personalized service, and maximized pursuit of damages.
We have recovered billions for personal injury victims and are committed to negotiating aggressively on your behalf, litigating in court when necessary. We are proud of each verdict and settlement we secure for clients, including these notable case results:
- $255,000 for a passenger injured in a rollover accident: Our client, 21 years old, was injured in a single-car accident in which his driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to flip over. As a result of the accident, our client suffered significant injuries, including a broken femur, fractured pelvis, and multiple fractures to his back. Our firm retained an orthopedic expert who confirmed our client sustained permanent impairment to his right lower extremity, which would affect his ability to work in the future. Our client incurred approximately $40,000 in medical bills, and the case resolved for the defendant’s policy limits of $255,000.
- $1,400,000 for a Tennessee couple involved in a head-on collision: Our firm represented a Tennessee couple involved in an accident with a driver who hit them head-on while driving on the wrong side of the road. The wife suffered significant injuries, while the husband passed away after being rushed to the hospital. NST filed suit to protect our clients’ rights. After conducting a thorough investigation into the facts of the accident and identifying all potentially liable parties, our firm uncovered two additional insurance policies that were not previously disclosed, including an excess umbrella policy. The case resolved for the total policy limits of $1,400,000.00
- $150,000 for an auto accident with severe injuries: The firm represented a 27-year-old female who was involved in an accident in which a defendant ran a red light and struck our client’s automobile. Our client was hospitalized for four days for a fracture to her right humerus, which required surgery. Our client received an impairment rating of 5% to the upper extremity, and as a result of the injury, she was not able to work for over one month. The firm was able to resolve the case for $150,000.00.
The team at our Nashville office has a strong local presence and is deeply involved with the community. We are familiar with the local court systems and possess in-depth knowledge of Tennessee rideshare laws.
Our client-first approach and commitment to clear communication are evident in our client testimonials: Each client receives our personalized support. There is no fee unless we win, and all consultations are provided at no cost.
My experience with Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz was wonderful. Toni & Lisa were always nice & patient whenever I needed assistance. Abbey made our experience even greater at the end, with a lasting impression. Thanks for representing our family. (Jamie Hillard
NST Law is a great law firm. Eileen was very professional and nice. She made sure I understood everything that was going on at any time. Very satisfied with Eileen and the whole team at NST.
I was unsure who to choose after my car wreck, but now I am happy I chose NST. Paralegals and lawyers are diligent and responsive, always keep me updated, and seem to care about me. Thanks, NST!
Each client receives our personalized support. There is no fee unless we win, and all consultations are provided at no cost.
Rideshare Frequently Asked Questions
Because rideshare drivers are independent contractors, most victims cannot sue the rideshare company for the negligence of a driver. However, these companies maintain robust insurance coverage that applies if you were a passenger in the car.
Rideshare companies’ insurance policies explicitly cover passengers in accidents where the driver is responsible. If another party was at fault, you may need to pursue a claim against that party directly.
If the rideshare driver is responsible for an accident and was carrying or en route to a passenger, the company’s insurance usually applies. Limited coverage is available if the driver was not on a trip at the time of the incident. If the app is off, the driver’s insurance applies.
Your personal uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage will likely apply in this case. If you do not carry this coverage, you may be eligible to sue the at-fault driver directly.
Under Tennessee law, victims typically have one year to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline usually means losing your right to sue, so it’s essential to seek legal help as soon as possible.
Speak With a Nashville Rideshare Accident Lawyer Today
At NST Law, we are passionate about our clients and the communities we serve. If you or a loved one has been injured due to a rideshare accident in Nashville, take the first step toward justice.
Our team is available 24/7 and can meet with you virtually, by phone, or in person—wherever is most convenient for you. Call us at 615-922-7000 or contact us online today for a free consultation.
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