Rideshare Accident Lawyer in Abilene

Support After An Uber Or Lyft Crash in Texas

At Hanna Allen, PLLC, we help people who have been hurt in rideshare collisions in Abilene and the surrounding West Texas communities. Whether you were a passenger, a rideshare driver, or in another vehicle, these claims can be more complicated than a typical car accident. Multiple insurance policies, questions about the app status, and large companies defending their bottom line can create real confusion.

Our team has spent more than 25 years handling serious personal injury cases in West Texas, and we regularly stand up to big insurance companies on behalf of working families.

If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft crash, our experienced rideshare accident lawyers in Abilene are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. Call (325) 440-9996 or contact Hanna Allen, PLLC online today.

Why Clients Choose Our Rideshare Accident Lawyers in Abilene

Clients choose our firm for several important reasons:

• Insight into insurance company strategies: Because of our background working with insurers, we understand how rideshare claims are evaluated and how companies attempt to limit payouts.
• Board-certified trial leadership: One of our partners, Greg Allen, is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. These distinctions are held by only a small percentage of Texas attorneys and reflect significant courtroom experience.
• Experience with serious injury cases: Our team has secured multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements in serious injury and wrongful death cases. While every case is different, these results demonstrate our ability to prepare complex claims and pursue them when the stakes are high.
• A team-based approach to your case: Attorneys, experienced paralegals, and case managers work together on each file. From the beginning of your case to its resolution, our team stays involved so you are not left wondering who is handling important details.

Many of our clients are oilfield workers, truck drivers, and working families in and around Abilene who simply need compensation to cover medical bills, lost income, and future needs. While we are prepared to litigate when necessary, we also understand that most people want an efficient resolution that helps them move forward.

Rideshare Accidents and Insurance in Texas

Rideshare crashes in this part of West Texas can happen on busy routes like Interstate 20, near downtown Abilene, or on smaller roads where drivers are focused on the app instead of traffic. These wrecks can involve injured passengers, people in other vehicles struck by a rideshare car, or Uber and Lyft drivers who were on the job at the time of the collision.

Insurance coverage for these crashes often depends on what the driver was doing at the moment of impact. When the app is off, the driver’s personal policy usually applies. When the app is on and the driver is waiting for a request, there may be a different level of coverage. Once a trip is accepted or a passenger is in the vehicle, the rideshare company’s larger policy may come into play.

Large insurers sometimes argue over who should pay, or they downplay how badly someone is hurt. That is where our experience dealing with insurance companies is important. We carefully review the facts, look at available coverage, and work to push back when insurers attempt to shift blame or offer less than what a claim may be worth.

Common situations that lead to rideshare crashes include:

• Drivers watching the app instead of the road
• Unsafe or sudden stops for passengers on busy streets
• Speeding to complete more trips or meet time expectations
• Driving while tired after long shifts in other jobs
• Failing to adjust for bad weather or low visibility

Texas law requires certain minimum coverages and sets basic rules of the road, but the way these rules apply in a rideshare crash can be confusing. Our role is to help sort out these issues so you can focus on your health.

What To Do After a Rideshare Crash

After an Uber or Lyft crash, useful steps include:

• Getting emergency care or a prompt medical exam
• Calling law enforcement and asking how to obtain the report
• Saving screenshots of the trip, driver profile, and receipts
• Writing down names and contact details for witnesses
• Notifying your own insurer, without giving a recorded statement

It is usually wise to avoid recorded statements or detailed conversations with any insurer or rideshare company representative before you talk with a lawyer. Adjusters often ask questions in ways that can later be used to minimize your claim.

How Our Rideshare Accident Lawyers Can Help You

Who pays my bills after an Uber or Lyft crash?

Responsibility for bills can depend on the app's status, fault, and available insurance. There may be coverage through the rideshare company, the driver, another driver, or your own policy. We review the facts, identify potential coverages, and work to coordinate payment sources while your claim is pursued.

How much does it cost to hire your firm?

We represent rideshare injury clients on a contingency fee. That means there is no upfront cost to hire us, and no legal fees unless we recover money for you. We discuss the fee arrangement clearly at the start, so you know how it works before making decisions.

Do I have a case if I was just a passenger?

Passengers often have the right to bring a claim when they are hurt in an Uber or Lyft crash. You do not have to be driving to seek compensation. We look at who caused the collision, what insurance applies, and how your injuries have affected your life before advising you on options.

How will your team keep me updated about my case?

We work to keep clients informed through regular calls and messages. Our attorneys and staff take time to explain what is happening, answer questions, and prepare you for each step. You will work with familiar team members, not a revolving door of contacts, throughout your rideshare case.

Talk With Our Rideshare Accident Lawyers in Abilene Today

With more than two decades of personal injury work in West Texas, board-certified leadership in personal injury trial law, and a focus on vehicle collisions, we are prepared to take your situation seriously. Consultations are free, and there are no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. We also make it a priority to communicate clearly, return calls, and treat you and your family with respect.

To talk with a rideshare accident lawyer in Abilene about your options, contact us today. We will listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain possible next steps.