Queens, NY - Keetick L. Sanchez, Esq., a Queens Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer at K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C. (https://accidentlawyer-queens.com/can-you-sue-uber-for-an-accident/), released comprehensive guidance on pursuing compensation after rideshare crashes involving Uber, outlining insurance triggers under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law Article 44-B (including §1693) and the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission framework. The update clarifies coverage periods, potential defendants, and the steps injured passengers, pedestrians, and motorists can take to build strong claims supported by medical documentation, police reports, and witness statements.
As a Queens Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer, Sanchez explains how Transportation Network Company insurance operates based on driver status at the time of the crash. When a driver is logged into the app but has not accepted a trip, contingent third-party liability can apply, typically up to $50,000 per person for bodily injury, $100,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 for property damage, with available uninsured or underinsured motorist benefits and Personal Injury Protection where required by state law. Once a trip is accepted or a passenger is on board, Uber maintains up to $1,000,000 in third-party liability coverage, with potential collision and comprehensive benefits for the driver’s vehicle (subject to a deductible) when the driver carries those coverages personally.
The guidance further identifies who may be responsible for losses arising from an Uber collision. A Queens Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer can evaluate negligence by the Uber driver, another motorist, or a third party, such as a vehicle manufacturer or a road contractor, where defective parts, inadequate signage, or hazardous work zones contribute to the crash. The analysis also addresses limited scenarios in which civil claims for intentional misconduct proceed directly against a driver and when claims may name Uber for negligent hiring, supervision, or retention if screening or oversight lapses can be shown. Detailed case evaluation helps claimants align facts with the correct liability pathway and insurance source.
The update also breaks down jurisdictional rules that affect coverage and litigation strategy. The New York State framework under Article 44-B governs TNC trips that begin outside New York City and continue into the five boroughs, while rides that originate in New York City are regulated by TLC requirements with distinct insurance minimums. Interstate trips that start in New York State remain covered by state-mandated policies through arrival in another state. In addition, New York’s pure comparative negligence system assigns fault by percentage and permits recovery even where an injured party shares responsibility. A Queens Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer can marshal evidence such as dashcam footage, scene photography, and certified medical records to quantify damages and present liability apportionment clearly.
About K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C.:
K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C. represents individuals across Queens and the broader New York City area in personal injury matters, including motor vehicle and rideshare collisions, as well as construction and Labor Law §240 and §241(6) cases. The firm also handles administrative, civil, and criminal matters, providing courtroom-focused advocacy grounded in thorough case preparation and client service. Led by Keetick L. Sanchez, Esq., the practice serves clients in all five boroughs and surrounding communities. For consultations or additional information, call (646) 701-7990 or visit the firm’s website to request a case evaluation.
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