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You were just a passenger — now you're dealing with injuries, bills, and insurance runaround. We match you with a Fort Worth rideshare accident attorney who fights back.

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Rideshare accidents are complicated. Uber and Lyft both carry massive insurance policies — but their adjusters are trained to pay you as little as possible. They move fast. You should too.

You may be dealing with serious injuries, missed work, and mounting medical bills while no one tells you who's actually responsible. It can be the driver, the rideshare company, or another driver. Knowing the difference matters. A lot.

Why HurtMatch

We match you only with attorneys who handle Uber and Lyft cases specifically — not generalists

Your match is free, fast, and comes with zero obligation to hire

Fort Worth attorneys who know Tarrant County courts and local insurance tactics

No fee unless your attorney wins or settles your case — you pay nothing upfront

Real Scenarios We Match Daily

A Fort Worth passenger was rear-ended while riding in a Lyft on I-30. She suffered a herniated disc and was unable to work for months. Her matched attorney navigated the complex rideshare insurance layers and secured a settlement covering her medical costs and lost wages.
A man was struck by an off-duty Uber driver running a red light near downtown Fort Worth. The driver's personal insurer tried to deny the claim. His attorney pushed back hard and reached a resolution before trial.
A woman riding in an UberX was injured when the driver lost control on a wet highway. She faced pushback from multiple insurers. Her attorney identified the correct policy and filed suit within the two-year Texas deadline, keeping her claim alive.

Questions

How long do I have to file a rideshare accident claim in Texas?

In Texas, you generally have two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. That deadline is strict. Miss it and you may lose your right to recover anything. Don't wait — contact an attorney as soon as possible.

How much does it cost to hire a rideshare accident attorney?

Nothing upfront. Rideshare injury attorneys work on contingency. That means no fee unless we win. You won't write a single check to get started. If there's no recovery, you owe nothing.

What should I do immediately after an Uber or Lyft accident in Fort Worth?

Call 911. Get medical attention even if you feel okay — some injuries show up later. Take photos of the scene, vehicles, and your injuries. Screenshot your rideshare app showing your trip details. Get the driver's name and insurance info. Then call HurtMatch.

How long does a rideshare accident case usually take?

Every case is different. Some settle in a few months. Others take a year or more, especially if your injuries are serious or liability is disputed. Your attorney will give you a realistic timeline once they review your situation.

Who is actually responsible — the driver or Uber/Lyft?

It depends on what the driver was doing at the time of the crash. Uber and Lyft carry up to $1 million in liability coverage when a driver is actively on a trip. Coverage is lower if they were waiting for a ride request. A rideshare attorney knows how to sort this out quickly.

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What Texas Law Means For Your Uber / Lyft Accident Case

In Fort Worth, Texas, injury cases follow the same statewide rules — but local courts and insurance adjusters have their own patterns. The attorney we match you with knows them.

The 2-Year Deadline

Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code §16.003 gives you exactly 2 years from the date of injury to file suit. Miss it and your case is over — there is no extension, no exception for "I didn't know I could sue." Wrongful death claims have the same 2-year window from the date of death.

Modified Comparative Fault (51% Bar)

Texas uses Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §33.001. You can recover damages as long as you are 50% or less at fault. If you are 51%+ at fault, you recover nothing. Insurance companies know this rule and aggressively try to push fault percentages above 50%. An experienced attorney pushes back.

Damage Caps You Should Know

Texas caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases at $250,000 per defendant (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §74.301). There are no caps in standard auto, premises, or product cases — making attorney negotiation skill the deciding factor in your final number.

What To Do Right Now

  1. Get medical care immediately. Insurance companies argue any gap in treatment means you weren't really hurt.
  2. Do not give a recorded statement. Adjusters call within hours of a crash to lock you into damaging admissions. Decline politely.
  3. Save everything. Photos, medical records, bills, work-loss documentation, witness contacts.
  4. Get matched with an attorney before you sign anything. Settlement releases are final.