California food delivery accident law 2025 is evolving thanks to Assembly Bill 375, which went into effect to close major legal gaps around liability and injury coverage involving food delivery services. With Los Angeles and Burbank seeing increasing traffic from app-based drivers, understanding your rights after an accident is more important than ever.
AB 375 offers expanded protections for delivery drivers and the public, changing how companies like DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub handle insurance coverage. This article explains how AB 375 works, what it means for your personal injury claim, and how to secure the compensation you deserve.
Assembly Bill 375, effective January 2025, requires app-based food delivery platforms to carry primary liability insurance coverage of at least $1 million for death, personal injury, or property damage when a driver is actively working on their app. Previously, there were significant loopholes that left victims — and even drivers — struggling to get compensation.
AB 375 ensures that from the moment a driver accepts a food order to the moment it’s delivered, they and the public are protected under platform-backed insurance.
📄 View the full text of AB 375 on California’s official site
In dense cities like Los Angeles and Burbank, food delivery traffic has surged. According to city data, there were over 2,500 reported incidents involving gig economy drivers in LA County last year alone. Many victims didn’t realize they could be stuck with medical bills if the driver was uninsured or misclassified as an independent contractor. AB 375 changes that.
Whether you’re a pedestrian hit by a delivery rider in Downtown LA, or a driver struck by a distracted app-based courier in Burbank, California food delivery accident law 2025 strengthens your position. You now have direct access to the food delivery company’s $1M policy rather than having to chase the driver’s personal insurance.
This simplifies personal injury claims by creating a clearer path to recovery. It also improves protections for the drivers themselves—if they are injured while delivering, they are now covered by liability insurance through the platform.
ANTN LAW, led by experienced Los Angeles injury attorney Arpine Navasardyan, is here to help you navigate these complex cases. Whether you were hit by a distracted delivery driver or injured as a gig worker yourself, our team understands the new provisions of AB 375 and how to hold delivery companies accountable.
We serve clients across Los Angeles and Burbank and offer a confidential, no-obligation consultation. Book your free consultation here and get the answers you need now.
It’s a California law requiring food delivery companies to provide $1M in liability coverage for accidents occurring during active deliveries.
January 1, 2025. It applies to all delivery platforms operating in California.
Yes. If the driver was on a delivery, you can file a claim against the company’s insurance, not just the driver’s personal policy.
If they hadn’t accepted a job, their personal insurance may still apply, and liability may be more complex. Speak to an attorney.
Yes. Injured drivers may be covered while actively delivering. AB 375 also encourages clearer classification and safety standards.
All major platforms including Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub, and Postmates must comply with the new law in California.
In most California personal injury cases, you have up to two years. But it’s best to consult a lawyer right away to preserve your rights.
Contact ANTN LAW now to discuss your food delivery accident case under AB 375.
