Before you worry about case strategy, focus on the steps that keep your claim from unraveling:
- Get medical care and follow up. California injury claims often depend on medical records that show what changed after the crash.
- Save your ride proof. Screenshot the trip details (pickup/drop-off, time, driver info, fare receipt). Platform data can be harder to retrieve later.
- Write down your crash timeline immediately. Where you were seated, what you felt during braking/impact, and when symptoms started.
- Report it properly. If you’re able, make sure the crash is documented with the appropriate authority and keep copies of any incident reports.
- Be cautious with statements. Insurance adjusters may ask questions early. Your wording can be used to argue your injuries were unrelated or that fault is different than it appears.
If you’ve already called an insurance adjuster, don’t panic—an attorney can still help you correct course.


