What should you know about rideshare accidents in Arizona?
Rideshare demand peaks around Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Old Town Scottsdale nightlife, Tempe near Arizona State University and major events at State Farm Stadium. Spring training season and large golf events bring a surge of visitors unfamiliar with Valley roads, adding to pick-up and drop-off congestion.
Arizona tip: Screenshot your trip details in the app right away — they help identify which insurance applies.
Who may be responsible for a rideshare accident in Arizona?
Responsibility may fall on the rideshare driver, the other driver, or the rideshare company's insurance, depending on the facts. In Arizona, that can include the rideshare driver, the rideshare company's insurer, another driver — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Arizona's pure comparative fault rule, a share of blame for the rideshare accident lowers what you can recover but never bars the claim outright. Read Arizona car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a rideshare accident claim in Arizona?
Generally two years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the rideshare accident. Claims involving Arizona cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.