Why Our Approach Is Different
Our founding attorney spent years on the inside as a trial lawyer for large insurance carriers before switching sides. That background is not a talking point; it shapes how we read every offer, every denial letter, and every litigation threat that comes from an insurer. We know exactly where they have room to move, and we press it.
We also limit the number of cases we accept at any time. That means when you call, you reach someone who actually knows your file. You will not spend weeks chasing a paralegal for a status update while your medical bills pile up. Dunwoody cases are often filed in DeKalb County State Court, and our team is familiar with the local court calendar, filing procedures, and the judges who handle civil injury claims in this jurisdiction.
Every case we take is on a contingency fee basis. No retainer, no hourly billing, no upfront cost. We only get paid when we recover money for you.
Who We Represent After a Dunwoody Rideshare Crash
Our clients include passengers in Uber or Lyft rides, drivers of other vehicles struck by a rideshare car, pedestrians crossing Mount Vernon Road or Peeler Road, and cyclists near the Dunwoody Nature Center. If the crash involved a rideshare vehicle and someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, we want to hear from you.
We handle the full scope of what a serious crash costs you: emergency care and surgery, specialist follow-up, physical therapy, lost wages if you cannot return to work, and the long-term income impact of a permanent injury. In crashes that cause traumatic brain injuries or spinal damage, those future costs can be enormous, and insurers will fight hard to keep them off the table. When a crash takes a life, our wrongful death attorneys stand beside families throughout DeKalb County and the surrounding area.
How Georgia’s Rideshare Insurance Rules Actually Work
Dunwoody straddles one of the most rideshare-saturated corridors in the entire Atlanta metro: the I-285 and GA-400 interchange drives enormous rideshare volume through neighborhoods like Brooke Farm, Georgetown, and Ashford Chase daily. When crashes happen in that traffic, the coverage available to you depends entirely on what the driver was doing inside the app at the moment of impact.
Under O.C.G.A. § 33-1-24, Georgia’s Transportation Network Company Act, three phases govern which insurance applies:
- App off: The driver’s personal auto policy controls; Georgia’s minimum is $25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident in bodily injury.
- App on, no ride accepted yet: Uber and Lyft step in with contingent liability coverage of $50,000 per person / $100,000 per accident. The driver’s personal insurer often denies the claim at this stage because most personal policies exclude commercial driving.
- Ride accepted or passenger onboard: The $1 million liability policy activates, covering both the driver en route to pick you up and the full duration of your trip.
Nailing down which phase applies requires the rideshare company’s internal trip logs and timestamp data records, which can be overwritten if not requested immediately. This is one reason timing matters enormously after a crash.
The Roth Firm has been handling rideshare accident claims throughout Atlanta and DeKalb County since 2006. Our attorneys know how to pull those records fast and build a case before the corporate legal teams get ahead of you.
Three Steps to Get Started
Step 1 Free case review, no obligation. Call or message us. Tell us what happened, when, and where. You can also read about our attorneys and results on our About page before you reach out.
Step 2: We take over immediately. We send preservation letters to Uber or Lyft for the trip data, secure the police report, contact witnesses, and place the relevant insurers on notice. You focus on recovery.
Step 3: We negotiate hard and litigate if necessary. Every case we build is trial-ready from day one. Insurers know this. It changes what they offer.
Georgia’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the date of the crash. Missing it permanently ends your right to compensation, regardless of fault. Do not wait.
Office Details & Location Directions
Our Atlanta office is accessible from Dunwoody via I-285 West. Take Exit 22 toward Ashford Dunwoody Road and continue south on Powers Ferry Road NW.
Clients traveling by transit can take the Gold Line from Dunwoody Station to Medical Center Station, then connect by rideshare or taxi.
Address: 6120 Powers Ferry Road NW, Suite 630, Atlanta, GA 30339 | Phone: 404-640-5761
On-site parking is available.
Get Help From A Dunwoody Rideshare Crash Attorney Today
You did not cause this crash, and you should not absorb its financial consequences alone.
The Roth Firm is ready to listen, answer your questions honestly, and tell you exactly what your options look like at no cost to you.
Contact us today by phone or online form. We serve clients in English and Spanish. If you were hurt in a rideshare accident anywhere in Dunwoody or the surrounding DeKalb and Fulton County communities, call 404-640-5761; we answer calls 24/7.
Answers to Common Questions in Dunwoody
Can I sue Uber or Lyft directly after a crash in Dunwoody?
Because Georgia classifies rideshare drivers as independent contractors, suing the company directly for driver negligence is generally not possible. However, filing a claim against Uber or Lyft’s insurance, which reaches $1 million during an active ride, is the standard path. An attorney can identify every available insurance layer for your specific situation.
What if the driver was between rides when the crash happened?
If the app was on but no ride had been accepted, you are in Phase 2 coverage territory: $50,000 per person in bodily injury through the rideshare company’s contingent policy. The driver’s personal insurer may deny coverage due to commercial-use exclusions, making the rideshare company’s policy your primary source. If both fall short, your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage may apply.
Does it matter that Dunwoody is in DeKalb County, not Fulton?
It does, practically speaking. Personal injury claims filed in DeKalb County are handled in the DeKalb County State Court or the DeKalb County Superior Court, depending on the claim value and case type. Local procedural knowledge, filing deadlines, court scheduling, and local rules affect case timelines. An attorney already familiar with this jurisdiction avoids delays that can cost you.
What if the other driver (not the rideshare driver) caused the accident?
You pursue a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance first. If that driver is uninsured or underinsured, the rideshare company’s UM/UIM coverage may apply, though a 2023 amendment to O.C.G.A. § 33-1-24 reduced minimum UM/UIM coverage from $1 million to $300,000 per accident. Knowing the right order of claims is something an experienced attorney handles on your behalf.
How does the NHTSA define rideshare-related crash risk?
According to the NHTSA National Center for Statistics and Analysis, rideshare services now account for a meaningful share of vehicle miles traveled in dense urban areas, increasing exposure to crash risk for passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers. This national data reinforces the importance of understanding your specific legal protections when you step into an Uber or Lyft.
