We Demand Full Financial Compensation For Clients Injured in Lyft and Uber Accident Cases
When a rideshare trip turns into a trip to the ER, the insurance maze gets messy fast. Was the app on? Was a passenger on board? Which carrier owes you? At the Law Offices of Craig A. Altman, our New Jersey rideshare accident lawyers cut through the confusion, forcing Uber, Lyft, and their insurers to pay every dollar the law allows.
South Jersey Rideshare Snapshot
65 million Uber & Lyft trips originated in New Jersey in 2024, up 41 % since 2021.*
The NJ Transportation Network Company Safety Act mandates up to $1.5 million in liability and UM/UIM coverage when a passenger is aboard.
Camden and Gloucester Counties see more than 2,000 app‑based driver crashes each year, state data show.*
*Estimates derived from NJ Motor Vehicle Commission TNC annual permit filings and NJDOT crash statistics.
From our Vineland office, we fight for injured South Jersey residents across Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Cumberland, Atlantic, Cape May, and Salem Counties.
Why Choose Our New Jersey Uber and Lyft Accident Attorneys?
Experience in rideshare injury cases. We understand New Jersey’s Transportation Network Company Act and the complex coverage tiers that apply to Uber and Lyft crashes.
Rapid telematics preservation. Our team moves quickly to secure trip data, GPS logs, and driver messaging records before they disappear.
Multi‑policy recovery strategy. We coordinate personal auto, TNC, and excess UM/UIM coverage to pursue every available dollar for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
No‑fee guarantee. You owe nothing upfront; we only get paid when we recover compensation for you.
Navigating a New Jersey Rideshare Accident Claim
A rideshare accident is still a motor vehicle accident under New Jersey traffic laws, but extra insurance layers make the claims process tougher than an ordinary car accident. Our law firm compiles every police accident report, rideshare app screenshot, and medical record so the insurance carrier cannot dispute the facts. We track each phase of the ride to see which liability coverage applies, personal insurance policy, contingent coverage, or the $1.5 million third‑party liability insurance Uber and Lyft must carry.
Key Steps in the Claims Process
Seek medical attention immediately, even mild pain can later signal serious bodily injury or permanent disability.
Photograph the rideshare vehicle, any other car accident scene damage, and traffic signs ignored by the rideshare driver involved.
Save all receipts for medical bills, lost wages, and property damage; these records anchor your demand for maximum compensation.
Call an experienced personal injury attorney to safeguard your legal rights and handle the claims process.
How Rideshare Insurance Works in New Jersey
App Status | Limits Required by NJ Law | Who Pays Your Claim? |
|---|---|---|
Period 0 – Driver offline | Min.  $25k/$50k BI, $25k PD (standard NJ) | The driver’s car insurance company |
Period 1 – App on, no match | $50k BI per person, $100k BI per accident, $25k PD | Uber/Lyft insurance carrier (James River, Allstate, etc.) contingent liability if personal insurance policy denies |
Period 2 – Ride accepted, en route | $1.5 million liability + UM/UIM & PD | Uber/Lyft TNC commercial insurance coverage |
Period 3 – Passenger in Uber or Lyft vehicle | $1.5 million liability + UM/UIM & PD | Uber/Lyft TNC commercial insurance coverage |
If you’re a passenger, you benefit from the $1.5 million policy, but insurers still fight to shift blame onto the driver or other cars. We won’t let them.
Common Causes of Rideshare Crashes
Cause | Description | Why It’s Prevalent in Uber/Lyft |
App Distraction | Drivers tap screens for navigation, rider texts, and surge prompts. | Split‑second eyes‑off‑road spikes rear‑end and sideswipe collisions. |
Fatigue & Overwork | Many Uber or Lyft drivers run extended shifts to chase bonuses. | Lack of FMCSA‑style hour caps leads to drowsy driving accidents. |
Unfamiliar Streets | Out‑of‑town drivers rely solely on GPS. | Late lane changes and sudden stops cause chain‑reaction crashes. |
Rider Interference | Passengers argue about routes or distracted driving. | Elevates the risk of roll‑through red‑light and wrong‑way incidents. |
Illegally Stopping in Travel Lanes | Curbside pickup/drop‑off in no‑stop zones. | Causes doorings and rear‑end impacts, especially in Shore towns. |
Damages We Fight For In Rideshare Accident Claims
Economic | Non‑Economic | Potential Punitive |
Medical bills & future rehab | Pain and suffering | Drunk or drugged rideshare driver |
Lost wages & gig‑economy downtime | Emotional distress | The company’s willful failure to deactivate a dangerous driver |
Ride and phone replacement | Loss of life’s pleasures |  |
No cap exists on compensatory damages in NJ. We dig into every insurance company layer to secure maximum compensation.
What to Do After a Rideshare Accident
Call 911: Secure police accident report and EMT care.
Screenshot the app: Capture ride details, driver profile, and trip ID before they disappear.
Photograph everything: Vehicle positions, license plates, road signs, and visible injuries.
Seek medical attention: Document symptoms early. PIP may apply even as a passenger.
Contact our legal team: We notify all insurers and preserve trip telematics within 24Â hours.
New Jersey Rideshare Accident FAQs
Who is the lawyer for Uber accidents in New Jersey?
The New Jersey Uber accident lawyers at The Law Offices of Craig A. Altman have decades of negotiation skills, trial experience, and a track record of accident recoveries.
Can I sue Uber or Lyft for an accident?
Yes. You can sue the driver and the rideshare company’s insurer when negligence causes bodily injury. Under NJ’s TNC Act, Uber/Lyft must maintain $1.5 million in third‑party liability insurance during a trip.
What is the average settlement for an Uber or Lyft accident case?
Moderate injury settlements statewide often settle for less than severe trauma cases. Every result depends on injuries, fault, and coverage limits.
What happens if your Uber driver crashes?
Passengers should call 911, collect driver and vehicle info, and file a claim through Uber’s in‑app “I was in a crash” feature, then contact our South Jersey rideshare accident attorneys before speaking with insurance adjusters.
How do I contact Lyft or Uber after an accident?
Use the in‑app Safety Center or Lyft’s critical response line (855‑865‑9553). Document your call, then let us handle all further communications.
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Injured in a South Jersey Uber or Lyft crash? Our New Jersey Uber and Lyft accident lawyers serve Camden, Gloucester, Burlington, Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, and Salem Counties, and we’ll meet you at home or in the hospital if you can’t travel. Evidence and rideshare telematics disappear quickly; let our legal team secure it today so you can focus on healing.
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Cases We Handle in New Jersey
Injured at work, in an accident, or in a slip-and-fall in New Jersey?
From comparative-fault rules to the Workers’ Compensation Act, the Altman Team knows New Jersey law inside out. Whether your claim arises in Mercer, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Atlantic, Cumberland, Salem, or Cape May County, we will protect your legal rights and help you get every dollar you deserve.
You owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you.