Coral Springs Uber & Lyft Accident Lawyers

Lawyers for Those Injured in Uber, Lyft, and Other Rideshare Crashes in Coral Springs

In recent years, reliance on rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft has grown exponentially throughout South Florida's metropolitan regions. While these applications offer a convenient and cost-effective way for people to get around without using their own vehicles or public transit, this rise in usage has also led to more car accidents with rideshare drivers. If you have been hurt in an accident involving a Lyft or Uber driver, it can be confusing to figure out who was responsible and how best to seek financial compensation for your injuries and damages.

If you have suffered an injury in a rideshare accident, it is essential to get legal help from an attorney who is familiar with these types of cases. At The Law Offices of John D. Ameen, P.A., we will guide and support you through this difficult time by clarifying your rights and gathering evidence to establish liability on the part of Uber or Lyft. We will fight for you and help you receive the full compensation you deserve.

Understanding Liability Issues in Rideshare Accidents

When it comes to car accidents, those who suffer injuries or damages are usually covered by the insurance policy of the at-fault driver. Uber and Lyft both have policies that provide up to one million dollars of protection for people injured in accidents with their drivers. These policies will cover rideshare passengers, other drivers or passengers injured in a collision, and anyone else who was involved, including cyclists or pedestrians who were injured by Uber or Lyft drivers.

There is often confusion about when an individual can receive coverage under a rideshare company's insurance policy. Generally speaking, the company's policy will apply if a driver is carrying passengers or is on their way to pick up someone after accepting a ride through the rideshare app. On the other hand, if an accident occurred while a driver was waiting for a request or when they were offline after deactivating the app, then victims might only be eligible for reduced coverage from insurance policies held by Uber, Lyft, or the rideshare driver.

If the damages experienced by a victim surpass the available insurance coverage, they may seek additional compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit against Uber or Lyft. For instance, if a person was injured due to the actions of an irresponsible driver with a history of serious traffic violations and DUI convictions, and that driver had been approved to drive by a rideshare company's screening procedures, then the victim may take action to hold Uber or Lyft accountable for not taking appropriate measures to ensure that rideshare drivers were fully qualified to transport passengers.

When it comes to personal injury lawsuits involving a rideshare company like Uber or Lyft, things can quickly become complicated due to the fact that these companies often try to limit their liability or avoid responsibility by asserting that their drivers are independent contractors. To ensure that justice is served in such cases, victims will need a knowledgeable and experienced attorney on their side who knows how the law works within this field and understands the strategies that may be used to show that ridesharing companies are liable for the negligence of their drivers.

Contact Our Broward County Uber and Lyft Accident Attorneys

If you have sustained an injury as a result of being in an Uber or Lyft vehicle accident, do not hesitate to contact The Law Offices of John D. Ameen, P.A.. We can offer the legal advice and representation you need. Whether assisting with filing insurance claims or pursuing litigation on your behalf, we will fight to make sure you will be fully compensated for your damages. To arrange a free consultation, contact us at 800-555-4011. We provide legal help to clients in Coral Springs, Broward County, and all of South Florida.