Uber & Lyft Accident Lawyer in Braintree

Serious Rideshare Injury Cases on the South Shore Since 1985

Rideshare accidents don’t follow the same legal path as a standard two-car collision. When an Uber or Lyft driver is involved, which insurance policy applies depends entirely on what the driver was doing at the moment of the crash: logged off, waiting for a fare, or actively transporting a passenger. Each scenario triggers a different coverage layer, and the companies’ insurers are skilled at exploiting that complexity. At Kenney & Conley, we’ve handled serious transportation injury cases for South Shore residents since 1985, and we bring that same litigation depth to rideshare claims.

Uber and Lyft classify their drivers as independent contractors, which is how both companies typically deflect direct liability onto the driver. Unraveling those arguments takes preparation, not just paperwork. We take rideshare accident cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning there’s no cost to you unless we recover on your behalf.

If you or someone you love was injured in an Uber or Lyft accident on the South Shore, contact Kenney & Conley today for a free consultation. Call us at (781) 488-1190.

Why Clients Choose Kenney & Conley for Rideshare Claims

Our firm has handled tens of thousands of personal injury cases over more than 30 years and recovered over ten million dollars for injured clients across our practice. When a rideshare claim goes up against a well-funded corporate insurer, trial readiness matters. We prepare every case for litigation from the start, which can change how those insurers approach settlement negotiations.

J. Michael Conley holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer-review rating available to attorneys. The firm has been recognized in Best Law Firms by US News for both 2025 and 2026, and Mr. Conley is a member of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, which recognizes the nation’s top one percent of attorneys.

We know that clients recovering from serious injuries can’t always travel to us. Virtual meetings are available, and our team is reachable through phone and AI support around the clock so you’re not left waiting for answers. We also offer Spanish-language services for clients who prefer to communicate in Spanish.

Who Can Be Held Liable in a Rideshare Accident

Liability in an Uber or Lyft accident rarely falls on a single party. We investigate every potentially responsible source from the outset, not just the driver who appears at fault on the surface.

Potentially liable parties include:

• The rideshare driver personally, when negligent conduct such as distracted driving, speeding, or running a red light caused the crash
• Uber or Lyft directly, if negligent hiring or retention is at issue, such as failing to identify a driver with a history of serious traffic violations before placing them on the platform
• A third-party driver who caused the collision, with the rideshare company’s uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage available as a backup when that driver lacks adequate insurance

Massachusetts lawmakers and the state attorney general have challenged the independent contractor classification that Uber and Lyft rely on, and the legal landscape continues to shift. We monitor those developments and account for them in how we build each case.

Damages Available in an Uber or Lyft Accident Claim

A seriously injured rideshare victim may be entitled to compensation across several categories. The value of a claim depends in part on which coverage period was active and the limits of the applicable policy, but the categories of recoverable loss are broad.

Economic and non-economic damages can include:

• Medical expenses including emergency care, surgery, and long-term rehabilitation
• Lost wages and diminished earning capacity when injuries prevent a return to work
• Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life
• Catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and broken bones, which rideshare passengers are particularly vulnerable to
• Wrongful death damages when a rideshare accident results in a fatality

Start Your Free Rideshare Accident Consultation

There’s no fee to speak with us, and we don’t get paid unless you do. If you were injured as a passenger, pedestrian, or another driver in a crash involving Uber or Lyft in the Braintree area, we can review your situation and explain your options. Virtual and in-person meetings are both available.

Contact Kenney & Conley at (781) 488-1190 to schedule your free consultation. We serve injured clients across the South Shore with the same trial-ready approach we’ve built over four decades of practice.