Uber/Lyft Accident Attorney Palm Beach Gardens
At Swan Law Firm our Uber and Lyft attorney knows the popularity of rideshare services has led to many our residences counting on this form of transportation for many reasons. Whether your car is in the shop, if you simply do not want to worry about parking, or if you are going to have a drink or two, Uber and Lyft have created an invaluable service.
Our traffic collision attorney knows that just because these drivers are being paid for their services does not mean they are immune to negligence that causes motor vehicle accidents with injuries. The question becomes, if you are involved in an accident with an Uber or Lyft driver, or are in one of these when the collision occurs, who is responsible for the damages? The driver? Uber? Lyft? You?
When is the Uber or Lyft Driver Responsible for a Collision?
An Uber or Lyft driver is just another driver unless they are in “driver” mode when the accident occurs. This means the driver must be logged onto the app of their employer, and physically engaged in employment which could mean picking up or dropping off riders at the time of the collision. If they are not employed at the time of the crash but were negligent in the collisions occurrence their personal injury coverage will be responsible for the damages.
The next scenario is the driver being logged into Uber or Lyft app but not yet accepted the rider’s request. If that is true, either company’s limited liability coverage will be responsible for the injuries including:
- Liability for Property Damage $50,000
- Liability Per Person Injured $50,000
- Total Injury Liability Per Accident $100,000
When the Uber or Lyft driver is physically working which means they have accepted the riders request, even if the driver has not picked the individual or party up yet, the driver is officially on the clock, which makes them their employer’s insurance applicable during a collision up to $1 Million in coverage. Accidents with Uber and Lyft drivers have so many moving parts it is difficult to pursue these collisions and insurance companies on your own. Call Swan Law Firm we are experienced and ready 24/7 to assist you. Uber and Lyft accidents can cause significant injuries and wrongful death. We know collisions can be equally as dangerous as any other time of car accident. When negligence is a factor in your collision the driver must be held liable for all short and long term expenses that are associated with the crash including:
- Past, Present and Future Medical Bills
- Lost Wages and Diminished Earning Capacity
- Pain and Suffering
- Past and Future Loss of Quality of Life
- Other Non-Economic and Economic Damages
Your unique injuries will dictate the financial compensation package on your behalf. While all personal injuries are different and require varying levels of care, Blake Swan is committed to evaluate your case to ensure no detail is left to chance, so together we are pursuing the best outcome available for your unique needs.
If you have been injured in a rideshare accident, whether you were passenger or another driver who was hit by the negligent driver or if you have lost a loved one in a fatal Uber or Lyft accident.
Contact us immediately at Swan Law Firm. 561-291-7492 to schedule a Free Case Evaluation and Consultation today.
