October 27, 2025

When it comes to understanding Uber passenger liability, wondering if a passenger can be blamed for a crash is a common question. The answer, as is true with most motor vehicle accident claims, is that it depends.  In this blog, Uber accident attorney and founder of UberHurtMe.com, Justin Drazin, explains when a passenger may be responsible for a crash, and if so, how that affects their claim for compensation.  When Uber Passengers Can Contribute to an Accident Uber drivers owe a duty of care to their passengers and everyone else on…

October 20, 2025

When a teen takes a Lyft or Uber alone and is injured in a rideshare accident, it can leave stunned parents wondering about their options, particularly, whether or not they can sue the rideshare company for negligence.  These cases are unique and raise important questions about liability and the duty of care that’s owed to minors traveling in a rideshare vehicle. This guide offers insight into what parents should know about rideshare injury claims involving minors, as well as the legal options available to them.  Rideshare Rules About Traveling With Minors  Per their policies, neither Lyft or Uber allows…

October 14, 2025

Uber rides can’t exist without the proper technology. Not only would you not be able to request a ride without the app, but drivers need to use it to get you to your destination safely. What happens, then, when the app malfunctions? While rare, GPS errors and connectivity issues do occur. When they do, they could not only cause an Uber accident if a driver gets distracted, but it could also mean that valuable trip data may be lost. In this blog, we explore how glitches occur and how they can impact your claim.  The Uber App and Its…

October 10, 2025

Jurors Found in the Plaintiff’s Favor in the First Clergy Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Against the Catholic Church to Go to Trial in NJ. If You’re Wondering if You Have a Claim, Our Attorneys Are Here to Help. Students who have been sexually abused in New Jersey schools have the right to hold those responsible for perpetrating or enabling abuse accountable. As a recent jury award against both The Order of St. Benedict of New Jersey and a former Catholic school employee illustrates, survivors of Catholic school sexual abuse may be entitled to significant monetary damages through a clergy sexual abuse…

October 10, 2025

How drivers are classified is often one of the biggest points of contention in rideshare cases, with popular companies like Lyft and Uber classifying their drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. However, a recent state audit required Lyft to pay over $19.4 million to the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s state funds, after it was discovered that they misclassified over 100,000 workers.  This case is noteworthy. While it centers on wage and tax issues, it also raises important questions about how rideshare platforms like Lyft and Uber will handle driver accountability, liability, and insurance coverage…