Justia Connect Webinars Personal Injury Litigation: Rideshare, Delivery, and Micro-Vehicle Claims

CLE

James Perry Atticus Injury Law, PC

Zachary Pyers Reminger Co., L.P.A.

Personal Injury Litigation Rideshare, Delivery, and Micro-Vehicle Claims

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Personal Injury Litigation: Rideshare, Delivery, and Micro-Vehicle Claims

Join personal injury attorneys Zach Pyers and James Perry for an overview of how rideshare services and micromobility options like e-scooters have impacted both the personal injury and insurance defense landscapes.

From rideshare and rental platforms to delivery services and every-day commuters, the type, regularity, and seriousness of these injury events raise important issues regarding liability, at-fault parties, causation, and/or infrastructure.

This CLE program provides a comprehensive overview of the unique legal issues that arise in Uber, Lyft, and micro-vehicle accident cases including but not limited to: theories of liability, potential causes of action, and parties that could share responsibility when an injury-causing event occurs.

Duration of this webinar: 90 minutes

Originally broadcast: April 17, 2026 10:00 AM PT

Webinar Highlights

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00:00 Understanding Microvehicles

James Perry discusses the potential for significant injuries in microvehicle incidents due to the lack of protection for riders. He highlights the evolution of microvehicles in California and the balance needed between manufacturers, rideshare platforms, government agencies, motorists, and riders. He mentions a consumer alert from the California Attorney General regarding safety concerns with e-bikes exceeding 28 miles per hour.

18:47 Investigating Microvehicle Cases

James emphasizes the importance of understanding vehicle codes and local regulations when handling microvehicle cases. He discusses the need for inspections and preservation of evidence in incidents involving microvehicles. James shares a case study involving an e-bike accident to illustrate the importance of identifying responsible parties through inspections. He stresses the role of government agencies in addressing infrastructure challenges posed by microvehicles. James advises on the importance of checking for recalls, complaints, and pending lawsuits related to microvehicles.

35:08 Microvehicle Lawsuits and Insurance

James outlines potential parties to consider in microvehicle liability cases, including drivers, employers, and manufacturers. He discusses various legal theories applicable to microvehicle cases, such as negligent entrustment and products liability. James highlights the challenges of insurance coverage for microvehicles, noting gaps in traditional policies.

50:55 Ridesharing Overview

Zach Pyres discusses the ridesharing industry, noting the resurgence of ride-sharing services post-pandemic. He explains the regulatory landscape for transportation network companies, including permits, insurance, and driver requirements. Zach discusses the employment status of rideshare drivers, noting the distinction between employees and independent contractors.

01:09:30 Liability for Rideshare Accidents

Zach discusses the legal complexities of rideshare negligence, including distracted driving and driver exhaustion. He explains the challenges of determining employment status and the implications for liability in rideshare cases. He discusses the potential for negligence claims against rideshare companies for inadequate background checks and mechanical issues. He highlights how different levels of insurance coverage apply during different operational periods of rideshare services. Zach emphasizes the need for adequate insurance coverage to address gaps in rideshare liability.

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Speakers

James Perry Partner
Atticus Injury Law, PC

James G. Perry is a trial and litigation partner with Atticus Injury Law, PC, with a focus on personal injury and products liability matters. James is a former homicide prosecutor, who now handles catastrophic injury, wrongful death, government liability, premises liability, and defective medical devices and commercial products cases, among other areas. James also spends a great deal of time writing about and speaking on traumatic brain injuries and related neurocognitive issues. At his core, James is trial attorney, with over fifty jury trials completed, who serves as a Trial Coach for his alma matter, Berkeley Law School. He can be reached at james@atticusinjurylaw.com. Read More ›

Zachary Pyers Partner
Reminger Co., L.P.A.

Zachary B. Pyers is a Partner in the Columbus, Ohio, office of Reminger Co., L.P.A., and actively practices throughout Ohio and West Virginia. His practice focuses on civil litigation, including complex and class action litigation, corporate and commercial litigation, professional liability, and catastrophic loss. Zach also practices in the area of emerging technologies, having written and spoken extensively on the intersection of tort law with advancing technologies and changing business models. Read More ›

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Credits

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Alaska CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 General

Earn Credit Until: April 16, 2031

California CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 General

Earn Credit Until: June 30, 2026

Hawaii CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 General

Earn Credit Until: April 16, 2028

Illinois CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 General

Earn Credit Until: April 16, 2028

New Jersey CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.80 General

Earn Credit Until: April 16, 2027

North Carolina CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 General

Earn Credit Until: February 28, 2027

Ohio CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 General

Earn Credit Until: December 31, 2026

Pennsylvania CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 Substantive Law, Practice, and Procedure

Earn Credit Until: April 16, 2028

Texas CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 General

Earn Credit Until: March 31, 2027

Vermont CLE

Status: Approved

Credits: 1.50 General

Earn Credit Until: April 17, 2031

This presentation is approved for one and a half hours of General CLE credit in Alaska, one and a half hours of General CLE credit in California, one and a half hours of General CLE credit in Hawaii, one and a half hours of General CLE credit in Illinois, one and a half hours of General CLE credit in North Carolina, one and a half hours of General CLE credit in Ohio, one and a half hours of Substantive Law, Practice, and Procedure CLE credit in Pennsylvania, and one and a half hours of General CLE credit in Vermont. This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 1.80 hours of total CLE credit. This course has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of Texas Committee on MCLE in the amount of 1.50 credit hours.

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