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Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft offer a convenient way to get around in Seattle. Using your smartphone, you can arrange transportation that picks you up and drops you off at your doorstep. This ease of travel has transformed how residents and visitors move...
By Pendergast Law on March 10, 2020 If you believe you can download an app, slap a sticker on your car, and start raking in some extra cash, think again. Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft can be a great source of income, but getting started is not as simple as it appears. The city of Seattle has stamped down…
By Pendergast Law on July 26, 2019 When rideshare companies like Lyft and Uber burst on the scene several years ago, they added muscle to what’s been called the “on-demand” or “gig” economy. However, from the very beginning, there have been numerous concerns regarding rideshare companies, their drivers, and liability. Because rideshare companies identify as “technology companies” as opposed to…
By Pendergast Law on November 15, 2016 With the rapid increase of ride-sharing services, such as Uber and Lyft, accidents involving drivers from these services are also on the rise. Unfortunately, as detailed in this feature from Fortune Magazine, there are still many questions that remain unanswered concerning the insurance policies of these companies. If you have been involved…
By Pendergast Law on October 18, 2016 Richard Sherman, one of the Seahawks’ most well-known players, experienced the life of a Lyft driver this summer when he donned a disguise and transported Seattle residents around town while being filmed. Rideshare companies have recently come under fire for refusing to accept liability for accidents caused by Lyft drivers. In an attempt…
By Pendergast Law on September 16, 2016 Uber, an app-based taxi service that connects Seattle residents with local drivers, has been an increasingly popular transportation option in the state of Washington over the past few years. Passengers have utilized Uber for rides to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, work, school, and even home from the bars. Uber was started as a…
