Minton Law Firm is proud to serve Little Rock and the surrounding Arkansas communities with experienced, aggressive rideshare accident representation. Whether you were injured while riding in an Uber or Lyft, struck by a rideshare driver, or involved in a collision with a rideshare vehicle anywhere in Little Rock, our legal team is here to help. Attorney Justin Minton is a former insurance adjuster, giving him valuable insight into how insurance companies evaluate complex rideshare accident claims and the tactics they use to minimize compensation. Today, he uses that experience to fight for injury victims throughout Little Rock and across Arkansas.
Rideshare accident claims are often more complicated than traditional car accident cases because multiple insurance policies and parties may be involved. Minton Law Firm investigates every aspect of your accident, identifies all available insurance coverage, and pursues the compensation you deserve while you focus on your recovery.
Uber and Lyft have become a common way to travel throughout Little Rock, especially in downtown areas, the River Market District, the Heights, and near the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). While rideshare services provide convenience, they also create unique legal issues when accidents occur.
Unlike a typical car accident, a rideshare claim may involve the driver's personal insurance policy, Uber or Lyft's commercial insurance coverage, or both, depending on whether the driver was logged into the app, waiting for a ride request, or transporting a passenger.
According to Uber's most recent U.S. Safety Report covering 2021–2022, the company reported 153 motor vehicle fatalities involving Uber-related crashes during the reporting period, while Lyft reported 50 motor vehicle fatalities in 2022 in its most recent Safety Transparency Report. These reports highlight that although rideshare services are widely used, serious accidents still occur and often involve complex insurance questions.
Most rideshare accidents occur because of negligence by a driver or another party sharing the road.
Common causes include:
Because rideshare drivers spend long hours on the road navigating unfamiliar areas and responding to ride requests, they may face unique distractions that contribute to collisions.
Determining liability after a rideshare accident can be more complicated than in a traditional motor vehicle collision.
Depending on the circumstances, responsible parties may include:
Minton Law Firm carefully investigates every rideshare accident to determine which insurance policies apply and who should be held accountable for your injuries.
Even relatively low-speed collisions can cause significant injuries.
Common injuries include:
If your injuries are especially severe, visit our Arkansas Catastrophic Injury Lawyer and Arkansas Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer pages to learn more about your legal rights.
If another person's negligence caused your injuries, you may be entitled to recover compensation for both economic and non-economic damages.
Compensation may include:
You may also recover compensation for:
If a rideshare accident results in the loss of a loved one, surviving family members may also have legal rights under Arkansas law. Learn more by visiting our Arkansas Wrongful Death Lawyer page.
Arkansas follows a modified comparative fault rule. If you are found to be less than 50% responsible for the accident, you may still recover compensation, although your damages may be reduced by your percentage of fault.
In most cases, Arkansas law also gives injured victims three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Because rideshare claims often involve multiple insurance companies and electronic records, beginning an investigation as soon as possible is essential.
Rideshare accident claims require careful investigation to determine what insurance coverage applies at the time of the crash.
Minton Law Firm begins every case by:
If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are fully prepared to pursue your claim through litigation.
Rideshare accident cases require experience, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of insurance coverage issues.
Clients choose Minton Law Firm because we provide:
Attorney Justin Minton's experience as a former insurance adjuster gives our clients a distinct advantage. He understands how insurance companies evaluate liability, calculate damages, and attempt to reduce settlements, allowing our team to build stronger claims from the very beginning.
Whether your accident occurred downtown, near Clinton National Airport, along Interstate 30, or anywhere else in Little Rock, Minton Law Firm is prepared to protect your rights.
The answer depends on the driver's status at the time of the crash. Your claim may involve the driver's personal insurance policy, Uber or Lyft's commercial insurance coverage, another driver's insurance, or multiple policies.
Yes. Passengers injured in rideshare accidents are often entitled to pursue compensation regardless of whether the rideshare driver or another motorist caused the collision.
Police reports, witness statements, medical records, surveillance footage, rideshare app data, electronic trip records, and vehicle damage documentation can all help strengthen your claim.
Every case is unique. The value of your claim depends on the severity of your injuries, medical expenses, lost income, future treatment needs, available insurance coverage, and the strength of the evidence.
In most cases, Arkansas law provides three years to file a personal injury lawsuit. Acting quickly also helps preserve valuable electronic records and evidence that may be critical to your case.
The insurance company has a team working against you. You deserve one working for you.
If you or someone you love has been injured in an Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare accident in Little Rock, Minton Law Firm is ready to help. Call 501-222-HURT today to schedule your free consultation. We'll investigate your case, identify every available source of compensation, and fight for the recovery you deserve.
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