Can a Rideshare Company Be Held Responsible?
Many survivors assume a claim would only involve the individual driver. In fact, a civil claim can look at the rideshare company itself — and its own choices can make it responsible.
Companies make important safety choices
Rideshare companies decide how they screen and background-check drivers, how they respond to complaints and red flags, and what safety measures they offer. These are meaningful choices with real consequences for rider safety.
When those choices fall short
When a company was careless in these responsibilities — poor screening, ignored complaints, or inadequate safety — and that helped enable an assault, it may share responsibility, separately from the driver.
Proving it is our job, not yours
Establishing a company's responsibility takes investigation of its practices and what it knew — work we handle discreetly, so you are not asked to relive what happened or gather evidence yourself.
A private conversation
If you are wondering whether a company could be responsible in your situation, a free and confidential conversation can walk you through it, at your pace and with your privacy protected.
Frequently asked questions
Does holding the company responsible mean a bigger fight?
Not a fight you carry. These companies are well-defended, but proving their responsibility is our job, handled discreetly. Your role is only what you are comfortable with, at your pace, while we take on the rest.
This article is general information about California injury law, not legal advice. Every case is different — talk to a lawyer about your situation.
You deserve to be heard
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