Rideshare travel has become part of everyday life for many people in Lower Merion. Whether they take quick trips to Suburban Square, late-evening rides home, or a simple lift across town, riders count on drivers to be responsible and avoid negligent or reckless behaviors.
When one of those routine moments suddenly turns into a crash, everything can shift in an instant. At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, our Lower Merion, PA rideshare accident attorneys are here to step in to provide steady, compassionate support. We listen closely, we answer questions honestly, and we help people regain control during a moment that can feel deeply overwhelming.
Call your office today to see how our Lower Merion car accident attorneys can get to work for you. We are available 24/7 to take your call.
Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University. Mr. Kalikhman received his Juris Doctorate from the Rutgers University School of Law. He has experience in Personal Injury Litigation in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Mr. Kalikhman is admitted to practice before state and federal courts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey. He is a member of the Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and Bucks County Bar Associations, as well as the Pennsylvania Association for Justice.
Arkady “Eric” Rayz, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University. As an undergraduate, Mr. Rayz was a recipient of the H. Thomas and Dorothy Willits Hallowell Scholarship and Temple University President’s Scholar Award. Mr. Rayz obtained his Juris Doctorate from the James E. Beasley School of Law of Temple University, where he was a staff member and editor of the Temple International and Comparative Law Journal.
Mr. Rayz has broad experience in handling matters in federal and state courts and is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New York. He is a member of the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Bar Associations.
In a typical car accident collision, you typically know who was driving, which insurance company is involved, and what story is being told. In an Uber or Lyft rideshare accident, those lines blur almost immediately. Injured parties often find themselves caught between multiple versions of events, none of which reflect what they personally experienced. A rideshare driver may say one thing, another motorist may insist on something else, and the rideshare companies may not make the situation any clearer.
There is also the added stress of dealing with multiple insurers at once, each with its own policies, questions, and requirements. People frequently tell us they felt overwhelmed before they even understood what coverage applied. That’s why it helps to have a legal team that can take the pressure off and guide the process.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, our attorneys are equipped to help clients navigate these challenges through:
When insurers or drivers point fingers, we focus on uncovering the truth and protecting your interests. That commitment begins the moment you reach out to our firm.
One of the most confusing parts of any Uber or Lyft crash is figuring out which insurance policy applies. Rideshare coverage is based on the driver’s status in the app at the exact moment of the collision, and even small details can change which insurer becomes involved. This is often why injured parties hear different explanations from different companies — each one may be looking at the situation through its own lens.
Rideshare companies typically provide varying levels of coverage depending on the status of the driver on the app:
Sorting out these coverage tiers often requires careful attention to the facts. Our attorneys help clients understand what may apply so they can make informed decisions in the aftermath of a crash.
Call our team now to get started with a free and confidential consultation.
After a rideshare accident, injured parties may be entitled to pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses tied to the crash. What complicates these cases is how quickly insurance companies begin questioning the very facts that determine the value of those damages.
Insurers may downplay injuries, argue that symptoms came from a prior condition, or dispute the severity of pain based on gaps in treatment. They may also challenge liability, pointing to conflicting accounts or inconsistencies in app data. That is why evidence becomes such a critical part of establishing the full impact of an injury. Medical records, photographs, trip information from the rideshare app, and documentation of missed work all help create a clearer picture of how the crash affected your life.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we take the time to understand these details and address the tactics insurers often use to reduce responsibility. Without legal help, rideshare companies often try to undervalue claims, leaving victims without enough to cover their needs. This tactic leads us to say Go Bald or Go Broke—with our team, accident victims can have a complete, accurate account of their injuries and losses so they can make informed decisions about a settlement offer or judgment.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we understand how disorienting a rideshare collision can be. If you choose our Lower Merion, PA rideshare accident attorneys, we are committed to offering steady guidance, compassionate support, and the knowledgeable representation needed to navigate a complicated claims process. Our firm believes in taking our clients’ injuries personally, and we fight for the full value of your claim.
Call us now to speak with our team about your accident. Your first consultation is free.
In Pennsylvania, injured parties generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This deadline is known as the statute of limitations.
However, the details of your situation may affect how this time period is calculated, and waiting too long can make it harder to preserve important evidence. At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we help clients understand how these timelines may apply to their circumstances so they can make informed decisions about their next steps.
Legal representation is not required after a crash, but many people find that having an attorney can make the process clearer and less stressful. Insurance companies may dispute claims, shift blame, or undervalue injuries, and those challenges can feel overwhelming during recovery. Our firm uses its experience, resources, and understanding of Pennsylvania law to guide clients, protect their interests, and handle communication with insurers so they can focus on healing.
To make legal help more accessible during a difficult time, we also work under contingency fee arrangements, meaning clients typically do not pay upfront legal fees, and our fee is collected only if compensation is recovered.
If you were hurt as a rideshare passenger, your safety and medical care should come first. It is generally helpful to document the scene, save trip information from the app, and keep records of any symptoms or treatment. Because rideshare claims can involve multiple insurers and different coverage rules, many passengers choose to speak with an attorney who can help them understand their options.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we support injured passengers by answering questions, reviewing available information, and clarifying what the process may involve.
