Djougourian Law Highlights Urgent Need for Legal Help After Rideshare Accidents
Burbank, United States - March 14, 2026 / Djougourian Law Corporation /
BURBANK, California, March, 2026
Djougourian Law Corporation Alerts Burbank Residents: Increasing Rideshare Accidents Necessitate Prompt Legal Action
California's Two-Year Statute of Limitations and Complicated TNC Insurance Regulations Place Accident Victims in Jeopardy Without Timely Legal Guidance
BURBANK, Calif. - Djougourian Law Corporation, a personal injury law firm located in Burbank that specializes in Transportation Network Company (TNC) accident litigation, has released a public advisory to inform residents of Los Angeles County about a marked rise in accidents involving rideshare services like Uber and Lyft. The firm emphasizes the importance for anyone injured in a rideshare incident to obtain legal counsel without delay, highlighting California's strict two-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims (California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1) and the intricate insurance regulations specific to TNC accidents under state law.
RISE OF RIDESHARE ACCIDENTS IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Data from the California Highway Patrol's Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) and the annual traffic collision reports from the Los Angeles Department of Transportation reveal that incidents involving rideshare and for-hire vehicles have increased in tandem with the rapid growth of TNC services in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Djougourian Law Corporation has noted a corresponding rise in legal inquiries related to rideshare accidents from Burbank and neighboring areas over the last 18 months, reflecting regional trends in TNC service usage.
As rideshare platforms continue to expand their driver networks and increase trip volumes, the statistical chances of accidents occurring rise for both passengers and other motorists sharing the road with active TNC vehicles.
INSIGHT FROM ATTORNEY ARTHUR DJOUGOURIAN
"Rideshare accidents present some of the most legally intricate personal injury cases we encounter. Uber and Lyft have established sophisticated legal and insurance teams whose main goal is to minimize their payouts. We frequently observe insurers contesting which coverage period was active during an accident - a determination that can significantly impact the available liability coverage, ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000. Victims who delay in seeking legal assistance risk losing vital evidence and may miss critical filing deadlines. We provide complimentary consultations because we believe that every resident of Burbank should be informed of their rights before making decisions."
- Arthur Djougourian, Founder and Managing Attorney, Djougourian Law Corporation
UNDERSTANDING CALIFORNIA'S TNC INSURANCE FRAMEWORK
Rideshare accidents differ from standard vehicle accidents in that they are governed by a multi-tiered insurance framework established by California Assembly Bill 2293 (AB 2293, effective July 1, 2015), codified in California Insurance Code § 11580.9. The applicable coverage is contingent on the "period" of TNC activity the driver was engaged in at the time of the accident:
| Driver Status | Coverage Phase | Liability Limit |
|---|---|---|
| App OFF | No Coverage | Driver's personal policy only |
| App ON - No Match | Period 1 | $50K/$100K bodily injury; $25K property (contingent) |
| Match Accepted → Trip End | Periods 2 & 3 | $1,000,000 third-party liability + UM/UIM |
Identifying the active coverage period necessitates a thorough forensic examination of TNC platform data, GPS timestamps, and driver activity logs - evidence that is time-sensitive and may be lost or rendered inaccessible if not preserved through swift legal action. Djougourian Law Corporation possesses the expertise to compel Uber and Lyft to provide this data through formal discovery processes.
CALIFORNIA'S PURE COMPARATIVE FAULT DOCTRINE
California operates under a pure comparative fault system (established in Li v. Yellow Cab Co., 13 Cal.3d 804 (1975)), which allows a victim to recover damages even if they are partially responsible for the accident. Under this system, any awarded damages are reduced in proportion to the plaintiff's level of fault, but are not entirely eliminated. This distinction is crucial for victims of rideshare accidents to comprehend: insurers often attempt to assign exaggerated fault percentages to claimants to mitigate their settlement liabilities. A knowledgeable attorney can counter these claims with robust evidence and expert testimony.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES: ACT PROMPTLY
California law stipulates strict timeframes for filing rideshare accident claims. Failing to adhere to these deadlines results in a permanent forfeiture of the right to seek compensation:
- Personal Injury Claims: 2 years from the date of injury - California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1
- Property Damage Claims: 3 years from the date of the incident - California Code of Civil Procedure § 338
- Government Entity Involvement: If a government vehicle or entity is involved (e.g., a city-operated infrastructure failure contributed to the accident), a Government Tort Claim must be filed within just 6 months under the California Government Claims Act (Government Code § 911.2). This shortened deadline is often overlooked and can be devastating for victims who are unaware of it.
In addition to concerns about statutes of limitations, early legal intervention helps preserve physical evidence at the accident scene, secures witness statements before memories fade, and ensures that TNC platform data, which companies are not required to retain indefinitely, is formally requested before it is deleted.
DRIVER CLASSIFICATION AND LIABILITY: CONTEXT OF PROP 22
The ongoing legal conflict in California between AB 5 (which reclassified gig workers as employees) and Proposition 22 (approved by voters in November 2020, which designated TNC drivers as independent contractors) remains a contentious area of California labor and tort law. While the California Court of Appeal upheld Proposition 22 in significant measure in 2021, the classification of TNC drivers as independent contractors rather than employees has direct implications for vicarious liability claims against Uber and Lyft. Plaintiffs' attorneys must navigate this landscape carefully when constructing a case, as it impacts the legal theories of employer liability that can be pursued.
COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATIONS OFFERED
Djougourian Law Corporation provides free, no-obligation consultations to all accident victims in Burbank and across Los Angeles County. The firm operates on a contingency fee basis for personal injury cases, meaning clients incur no attorney fees unless compensation is secured. The firm encourages anyone involved in a rideshare accident - whether as a passenger, pedestrian, cyclist, or third-party driver - to reach out without hesitation.
ABOUT DJOUGOURIAN LAW CORPORATION
Djougourian Law Corporation is a personal injury law firm located in Burbank, California, founded by Attorney Arthur Djougourian. The firm focuses its practice on rideshare and transportation network company accident litigation, motor vehicle accidents, and insurance bad-faith claims throughout Los Angeles County and the broader Southern California region. Known for its personalized approach, the firm is dedicated to ensuring that accident victims, regardless of their financial situation, have access to skilled legal representation. For additional information, visit https://djlawcorp.com or call 818-530-0000.
Contact Information:
Djougourian Law Corporation
300 E Magnolia Blvd UNIT 506
Burbank, CA 91502
United States
Djougourian Law
(818) 530-0000
https://djlawcorp.com
