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…

October 3, 2025

The Department of Justice recently filed a lawsuit against Uber for allegedly discriminating against passengers with disabilities, including those that use stowable wheelchairs and travel with service animals. The lawsuit is seeking $125 million for those that have submitted complaints of discrimination to both Uber and the Justice Department.  DOJ Seeking $125 Million in Uber Discrimination Case The discrimination lawsuit, which was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on Thursday, October 2, 2025, alleges that Uber violated Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The…