Uber Accidents

How Long After a Car Accident Can Concussion Symptoms Appear? A concussion after a car accident is not always clear right away. Some people feel pain or confusion at the scene. Others feel fine at first, then develop headaches, dizziness, nausea, memory problems, or light sensitivity hours or days later. This delay can create problems. The injured person may not kno...

Every week we meet riders and drivers blindsided by Uber accidents in San Diego—rear-ends on I-5, side-swipes outside Petco Park, distracted-driver crashes during Comic-Con. Rideshare cases look simple until the paperwork starts: Two insurers point fingers. Uber’s adjuster insists the “app was off.” Medical bills arrive before liability is clear. Bel...

Many people assume that being partially responsible for an accident eliminates their right to compensation. This assumption is incorrect under California law. California applies a pure comparative negligence rule to all personal injury claims, including rideshare accidents. This means injury victims can recover compensation even when they share fault for the accident. ...

If you’ve been injured in a rideshare crash, the most important question isn't just "who is at fault," but "how much time do I have left?" In California, the clock starts the second the collision occurs, and missing a single deadline can permanently bar you from recovering compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. At Phillips & Pelly, ou...

After an injury accident, many people question whether they need an attorney or whether they can manage the insurance claim themselves. The answer depends less on the accident itself and more on the complexity behind it. In 2026, several factors have changed the personal injury landscape in California. Rideshare insurance coverage has been reduced significantly. Ins...