Rideshare Accident Lawyer in Martinsburg, WV

Local Rideshare Accident Counsel, Serving Martinsburg Since 2004

Rideshare crashes raise questions a standard car accident doesn’t: which insurance policy applies, what the driver’s app status was at the moment of impact, and how to deal with the corporate insurer behind the driver. Britt-Reed Law Offices has represented injury victims since 2004 and maintains a West Virginia office serving Martinsburg and Berkeley County. We handle rideshare claims under West Virginia law from a local office familiar with the legal landscape.

We represent injured people, not insurance companies. That distinction shapes everything about how we work, from the first call to final resolution. Flexible scheduling means we can meet around your routine rather than the other way around.

If you were hurt in a rideshare crash in or around Martinsburg, call us today for a free consultation. There’s no fee unless we recover compensation for you. Reach (301) 905-9901.

West Virginia’s Three-Phase Rideshare Insurance Rule

West Virginia Code Article 17-29 governs transportation network companies (TNCs) like Uber and Lyft, covering driver background checks and insurance requirements. The coverage available after a crash depends on what the driver’s app showed at the moment of the collision.

• App off: Only the driver’s personal auto insurance applies, subject to West Virginia’s standard minimum limits.
• App on, no ride accepted: West Virginia’s TNC rules require the company to provide at least $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident in bodily injury liability, plus $25,000 for property damage.
• Active ride in progress: Once a driver has accepted a trip or is carrying a passenger, at least $1,000,000 in third-party liability coverage applies, along with uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage.

Determining which phase applies requires the driver’s trip data, and that data can become inaccessible if it isn’t preserved quickly. Acting promptly matters.

Filing a Rideshare Injury Claim in Berkeley County

Personal injury lawsuits arising in Berkeley County are heard at the Berkeley County Circuit Court, located at the Berkeley County Judicial Center in Martinsburg. West Virginia’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the accident. Missing that deadline can prevent recovery, regardless of how strong the underlying claim is.

West Virginia follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can recover damages as long as you’re found less than 50 percent at fault, but your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If an insurer argues shared responsibility, how that argument is handled can affect what you may recover.

Who Can File a Rideshare Accident Claim

Rideshare crashes don’t just affect the passengers in the vehicle. Liability turns on whose negligence caused the collision, not simply on who was riding in the rideshare car. Claims can come from:

• Uber or Lyft passengers injured during a trip
• Occupants of other vehicles struck by a rideshare driver
• Pedestrians and bicyclists hit by a rideshare vehicle
• Rideshare drivers injured by another negligent motorist

How We Handle Rideshare Claims

Rideshare cases often involve multiple insurance layers, and each insurer has an interest in minimizing the payout. Our attorneys bring 25 years of combined experience confronting insurance companies on behalf of injured clients. We don’t work for the other side. Our focus is on pursuing compensation for you.

Building a rideshare claim means identifying which coverage tier applies, preserving electronic trip and app data before it disappears, and documenting injuries and liability early. We handle that process so you can focus on recovery.

Start with a Free Consultation

You don’t need to pay to find out whether you have a claim. Britt-Reed Law Offices offers free initial consultations and works on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you owe no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you.

Rideshare accident claims involve time-sensitive evidence and a strict two-year filing window. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the more options may remain available. Call (301) 905-9901 to schedule your free consultation today.