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Were you involved in a rideshare accident as a driver, a passenger, or a pedestrian? If you were the victim of someone else’s negligence, you deserve financial compensation. The Hempstead personal injury lawyers at Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., will pursue that compensation for you. Over the years, we have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients. Call today to tell us about your situation so that we may learn more about the merits of your case and describe how we can advocate on your behalf. We charge no attorneys’ fees up front, so there is no financial risk to you whatsoever. You only have to pay us once our Hempstead rideshare accident lawyers win money for you.
Edward Friedman
REVIEWED BY Edward Friedman November 18, 2025
In This Article
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  1. How to Get Compensation After a Rideshare Crash
  2. What Is Your Rideshare Accident Case Worth?
  3. Will Our Hempstead Rideshare Accident Lawyers Sue Uber or Lyft for You?
  4. Do Not Hesitate to Consult Our Rideshare Accident Lawyers in Hempstead

How to Get Compensation After a Rideshare Crash

If an Uber or Lyft hits your car, you have many of the same rights as you would in any other kind of auto accident case:
  • You can file a claim with your no-fault insurance policy and seek compensation for medical bills and certain other losses.
  • You can pursue additional compensation from any party or parties whose negligence caused your crash.
  • You can hire a rideshare accident lawyer in Hempstead to manage your case on your behalf.
However, the fact that a rideshare vehicle was involved could add complications or hurdles to your legal action. For example, you will have to figure out whose liability insurance covers your damages, and you might have to deal with large companies that do not want to pay what you deserve. When you choose our law firm to serve as your attorneys, we do all that for you.  At Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., our attorneys support our clients by:
  • Updating them regularly throughout the case so they are never left waiting or out of the loop
  • Telling them who the liable parties are and taking appropriate legal action against them
  • Communicating with all other parties involved in the case so they do not have to confront or speak to anyone on their own
  • Building up their case file by collecting all available evidence to prove that their case is valid
  • Calculating their damages to make sure an appropriate amount is demanded—and building the strongest case possible so that our clients will not have to settle for less
  • Fighting tirelessly to win the best possible case outcome.
We are also very familiar with the intricacies of rideshare accidents in particular and will guide you through the process of seeking compensation. Ready to start your case? Contact Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., today. We are available 24/7.

For a free legal consultation with a Rideshare Accident lawyer serving Hempstead, call (516) 932-0400

What Is Your Rideshare Accident Case Worth?

Your case’s worth depends on many factors, including a careful analysis of what kinds of injuries you sustained, how severe they are, and how they impact your life. We will use evidence like your testimony, your medical records, and any bills or receipts you have received to determine how much you deserve for your:
  • Pain and suffering
  • Medical expenses
  • Diminished quality of life
  • Loss of wages and earning capacity
  • Disability
  • Property damage
The insurance company might have already approached you with a settlement offer. This offer will very, very rarely reflect your case’s true value. Insurers often try to pressure accident victims into accepting a lowball settlement just to end your case quickly and cheaply. It is a good idea to avoid communicating directly with the insurer. Do not sign any paperwork or agree to record any statements until you speak to us. Anything the insurance adjuster says or does is most likely aimed at saving their company money rather than settling your case in a way that benefits, or is even fair, to you.

Who Gets Compensation for a Rideshare Accident?

You could be eligible for compensation if someone else’s negligence caused you harm, regardless of whether you were a:
  • Pedestrian
  • Rideshare passenger
  • Rideshare driver
  • Passenger or driver in a non-rideshare vehicle
If you lost a loved one in a rideshare crash, please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Know that our Hempstead wrongful death lawyers are here to represent the families of fatal accident victims and pursue the money you need to move forward. Whether the accident occurred near Hofstra University or closer to the Hempstead Town Hall on Washington Street or anywhere in between, you have the right to hold all negligent parties accountable. We urge you to start the legal process as soon as possible—preferably right after your first round of medical care—so we have plenty of time to build your case.

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Will Our Hempstead Rideshare Accident Lawyers Sue Uber or Lyft for You?

Filing a lawsuit against the rideshare company is a possibility if the company itself, as opposed to its driver, was negligent in some way. Possible examples of company negligence may include:
  • Not running a background check on a driver who turns out to have a history of unsafe driving
  • Allowing a driver to work with the company despite knowing that the driver had a history of unsafe driving
  • Instituting a policy that allows or encourages drivers to engage in unsafe behavior
If the company is liable for your injuries, our first step will not necessarily be to file a lawsuit. Instead, our legal team might try to negotiate a pretrial settlement with Uber or Lyft’s insurance, as settlements are typically much faster than the litigation process that leads to securing a jury verdict. In some cases, taking the liable party—whether they are a rideshare company, a rideshare driver, or someone else—to trial might be unavoidable. As one of the top injury firms in New York, Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., is qualified to represent you in the courtroom by:
  • Submitting evidence as trial exhibits
  • Presenting oral arguments
  • Questioning witnesses
Our Hempstead lawyers have enough courtroom experience to know how to present cases persuasively, follow courtroom procedures, and ensure the defense does not violate your rights.

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Do Not Hesitate to Consult Our Rideshare Accident Lawyers in Hempstead

Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., recognizes that no two cases are alike, and we treat every single client as a unique individual whose needs and goals are of the utmost importance. Our Hempstead rideshare accident attorneys will come up with a tailored legal strategy to protect your rights. Call now for more information.

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