Everything changes with the click of a button – at least when it comes to rideshare insurance coverage. As soon as a rideshare driver opens the Uber or Lyft app and makes themselves available to pick up passengers, Uber or Lyft insurance kicks in to provide additional coverage, beyond the limits of the rideshare driver’s personal auto insurance policy. But how much coverage does it provide? Who does it apply to? And does it increase once a passenger’s actually been picked up? These are the questions that all rideshare passengers and drivers should know how to answer, so let’s start… Read More
Have you been injured as a passenger in an Uber or Lyft? Are you considering hiring legal counsel, but aren’t sure if it’s really necessary? If so, you’re not alone. As the number of Uber and Lyft drivers on the road increases, so too does the number of accidents – some of which result in serious, life-altering injuries. Unfortunately, only a fraction of injured plaintiffs obtain all of the compensation they’re entitled to, and in most cases, it’s because they chose to forgo representation by an experienced rideshare attorney. Let’s explore three main reasons you, as an injured passenger, should… Read More
As a passenger in an Uber or Lyft, you trust your driver to get you from point A to point B safely and quickly for a fair price. But in reality, any Uber or Lyft ride could end in an auto accident, which could lead to time-consuming and costly injuries. This is why it is critical for anyone who uses Uber or Lyft—even if only on occasion—to know their rights, and what steps to take in the event of an accident. To that end, let’s review some important information: Your Rights As An Uber Or Lyft Passenger As a passenger… Read More
The aftermath of any auto accident can be complicated, but even more so when that auto accident involves Uber or Lyft, and you as the passenger. Most people hop into an Uber or Lyft without hesitation, enjoying the convenience offered by these rideshare companies and anticipating a quick arrival to their destination; few are prepared to experience an accident before making it there. Whether you’ve already been in an accident as an Uber or Lyft passenger in Florida, or you simply use these companies often, this article will help you understand what to expect after an accident, and why hiring… Read More
Stepping into an Uber or Lyft, you’re probably focused on where you’re going, and what you’ll do once you get there. Few of us consider the possibility that we won’t make it to our destination at all…but instead find ourselves as the passenger in an Uber or Lyft accident. Unfortunately, rideshare accidents aren’t uncommon, especially considering the pressure drivers face to not only pick up and drop off their passengers in a timely manner, but maximize their profits each shift. This is why it’s paramount that customers of Uber and Lyft know how to pursue compensation should they suffer injuries… Read More
It’s always a risk, but never one that we think will actually happen: your Uber or Lyft driver has just gotten in an accident, and you don’t even know whether you’ve been injured. Fortunately, Florida law requires Uber and Lyft drivers to be covered by no less than $1 million in liability coverage when there is a passenger in the vehicle. However, the coverage of $1 million only applies if the Uber or Lyft drivers are at fault by causing the accident and cited for the accident. This coverage is designed to provide compensation for bodily injury (including death) as… Read More
A shortage of Uber and Lyft drivers is causing long wait times and high prices for customers in several states, with Florida being no exception. But what else could this driver shortage cause? Accidents, leaving injured passengers wondering where to turn. While it’s no secret that Uber and Lyft have been involved in numerous serious auto accidents and injuries across the nation, the problem is likely to worsen due to increased pressure on a smaller number of drivers. Let’s explore the top common causes of Uber and Lyft auto accidents: Driver Distraction due to reliance on GPS and Uber or… Read More
And How Passengers In Florida Should Handle Them So you’ve been out with your friends, having fun and a few drinks too many. You decide to make the “right” decision and call on an Uber or Lyft driver to get you home safely. But within minutes of getting in your ride, you sense something is a bit off. You might smell the odor of alcohol or marijuana, or notice that your driver is swerving a bit into another lane. You come to a conclusion you definitely don’t want to face, and definitely didn’t expect: your “designated driver” for the night—the… Read More
You probably never expected to get in an accident when you stepped into an Uber or Lyft and relied upon the driver to safely get you to your destination. Yet, like so many others in Florida, that’s exactly what happened. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have exploded in popularity over the past several years, and unfortunately, so too have the number of Uber and Lyft-related accidents. As a passenger, getting injured in an Uber or Lyft vehicle can be both shocking and confusing. This article is designed to provide a brief overview of what to do in the aftermath… Read More
