What should you know about rideshare accidents in Pennsylvania?
Rideshare cars cluster at Philadelphia International and Pittsburgh International, around the South Philadelphia stadium complex on game nights, and in Pittsburgh's North Shore and Strip District. Double-parked pick-ups on narrow one-way streets are a regular source of collisions.
Pennsylvania tip: Keep your trip screenshots and ask the attorney to check every household auto policy for benefits.
Who may be responsible for a rideshare accident in Pennsylvania?
Responsibility may fall on the rideshare driver, the other driver, or the rideshare company's insurance, depending on the facts. In Pennsylvania, that can include the rideshare driver, the rideshare company's insurer, another driver — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Pennsylvania's 51% bar, your rideshare accident recovery shrinks with your share of fault and stops only if you are found more than half responsible. Read Pennsylvania car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a rideshare accident claim in Pennsylvania?
Generally two years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the rideshare accident. Claims involving Pennsylvania cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.