Injured in an Uber or Lyft Accident?
An accident involving Uber or Lyft can raise complicated questions about liability and insurance coverage. Whether you were a passenger, another motorist, a pedestrian, or a rideshare driver, understanding your rights is an important first step.
Nodarse Law helps injured individuals evaluate their legal options, identify potentially responsible parties, and pursue compensation when another party's negligence causes harm.
Who Is Responsible for a Rideshare Accident?
Depending on the circumstances, liability may involve the rideshare driver, another motorist, or another responsible party. Determining who may be liable requires investigating how the accident occurred and reviewing the available evidence.
How Does Uber and Lyft Insurance Work in Florida?
Under Florida Statute § 627.748, required insurance coverage depends partly on the driver's status in the rideshare app.
App off: The driver's personal automobile insurance may apply, subject to the policy.
App on, awaiting a ride: Generally, at least $50,000 in bodily-injury liability coverage per person, $100,000 per incident, and $25,000 in property-damage liability coverage is required.
Ride accepted or passenger onboard: Generally, at least $1 million in primary liability coverage is required.
The applicable policies and circumstances must be reviewed to determine which coverage is available.
What Compensation May Be Available?
Depending on the facts and applicable Florida law, an injured person may be able to pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost income, reduced earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, and other legally recoverable losses. Florida's no-fault rules and applicable injury thresholds may affect recovery.
What Should I Do After a Rideshare Accident?
Seek medical attention. Get evaluated for injuries, even if symptoms initially seem minor.
Report the accident. Contact law enforcement when required.
Document the scene. Photograph the vehicles, visible injuries, and surrounding conditions when safe.
Save your trip information. Preserve app screenshots, ride receipts, driver details, and communications with Uber or Lyft.
Keep your records. Save medical bills, treatment records, repair estimates, and other accident-related documents.
Be cautious with insurance companies. Before providing detailed recorded statements or accepting a settlement, understand your rights and the potential consequences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pursue a claim if I was a passenger in an Uber or Lyft?
Potentially. Your options depend on how the accident occurred, who was responsible, the available insurance coverage, and the nature of your injuries.
What if another driver hit my Uber or Lyft?
You may have a claim against the at-fault driver. Other applicable insurance policies may also need to be reviewed.
What if I was driving for Uber or Lyft during the accident?
Your options may depend on whether you were logged into the app, had accepted a ride, were transporting a passenger, and what insurance coverage applies.
How long do I have to file a rideshare accident lawsuit in Florida?
Florida generally provides four years for negligence actions, subject to exceptions and other applicable deadlines. Different deadlines may apply to certain claims, including wrongful-death actions. Prompt legal evaluation can help protect your rights and preserve evidence.
Contact Nodarse Law About Your Rideshare Accident
If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft accident in Miami or South Florida, Nodarse Law can help you understand your legal options and evaluate the circumstances of your claim.
Contact Nodarse Law to discuss your situation and learn about the next steps.