Driver error is the number one cause of rideshare collisions. Distracted driving is a significant issue, as Uber and Lyft drivers must access and operate their cell phones while driving. They only have a few seconds to respond to a new rider request and must do so while driving the vehicle. The use of cell phones behind the wheel while driving for Uber and Lyft has been a subject of controversy, but one neither company has remedied. Other common causes of Uber or Lyft accidents include driver inattention, breaking roadway rules, and third-party drivers.