Port St. Lucie residents and visitors use rideshare services for everyday transportation throughout St. Lucie County. With more vehicles sharing local roads, accidents involving app-based transportation services can happen more often than ever.
Unlike an ordinary collision between two private motorists, a rideshare accident may involve several insurance policies and multiple potentially responsible parties. Our Port St. Lucie rideshare accident lawyers can help when a negligent rideshare operator has injured you.
GOLDLAW has been serving our local community for more than 25 years, and we’ve assisted thousands of clients. If you have been in a rideshare crash, call now for a free consultation to learn how our Port St. Lucie personal injury lawyers can help.
Why Rideshare Accidents Are Different
After a rideshare accident on U.S. Route 1 or another road, the first step is to determine whether coverage comes from the rideshare company’s commercial policy, the driver’s personal automobile insurance, or another motorist’s insurer.
Florida is a no-fault state for auto insurance. That means you must first rely on your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage to pay medical costs and a portion of lost wages. Only when your medical condition meets Florida’s serious injury threshold can you file a lawsuit against another party.
Our Port St. Lucie rideshare accident lawyers at GOLDLAW can explain insurance coverage and the circumstances under which a rideshare company may face legal responsibility.
For a free legal consultation with a rideshare accident lawyer serving Port St. Lucie, call 561-222-2222
How Our Rideshare Accident Lawyers Can Help
Rideshare accident claims require an understanding of Florida laws and personal injury litigation. We can help you avoid common mistakes and better understand the options available after a serious collision. We’ll deal with insurers while you recover.
- Our team can investigate how and where the collision occurred.
- We will determine whether the rideshare driver was logged into the application or transporting a passenger.
- We can identify applicable insurance policies and coverage limits.
- Our team will gather accident reports, medical records from HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital or another facility, witness statements, and other supporting evidence.
- We can evaluate claims involving multiple potentially responsible parties.
- We will handle communications and negotiations with insurance companies.
- Our team can prepare a lawsuit when litigation is necessary.
- We work on a contingency fee basis, so you owe no fees upfront and pay no fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Our case results include more than $1 billion in recoveries for our clients. Get GOLDLAW and get the help you need and the compensation you deserve. Past case results are not a guarantee of future recoveries.
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Responsible Parties in a Rideshare Crash
Determining liability requires looking beyond the identity of the person behind the steering wheel. Depending on how the accident occurred, several parties may need to be investigated.
The Rideshare Company
Florida Statutes § 627.748 establishes different insurance requirements for Uber and Lyft drivers, depending on their activity when an accident occurs. Drivers who are offline generally rely on their personal auto insurance.
Drivers logged into the app but waiting for a ride request must have coverage of at least $50,000 per person for bodily injury, $100,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage. Once a driver accepts a ride and begins a trip, at least $1 million in primary liability coverage is required. This coverage usually comes from the rideshare company.
A company’s negligence or failure to meet legal requirements can lead to additional legal problems. Our investigation may examine areas such as driver screening, required insurance, and compliance with regulations.
The Rideshare Driver
Rideshare operators are contractors, not employees. This shields rideshare companies from liability in many cases. A rideshare driver may be personally responsible when negligent driving causes an accident. Examples of driver negligence can include:
- Distracted driving while interacting with a rideshare application or GPS.
- Speeding or driving too fast for road conditions.
- Failing to yield at intersections or during turns.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Following other vehicles too closely.
- Making unsafe lane changes while searching for a passenger’s pick-up location.
Our team at GOLDLAW will review evidence such as police reports, witness accounts, vehicle damage, and available electronic records to help establish what happened.
Other Negligent Motorists
Sometimes a rideshare driver is not the only person responsible for a collision. Another motorist may have caused the accident or contributed to its severity.
Our rideshare accident attorneys in Port St. Lucie will work to identify every liable party after a crash on Port St. Lucie Boulevard or another roadway.
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Florida’s Legal Deadline for Rideshare Accident Claims
If you’ve been hurt in an Uber or Lyft accident, it’s important to act quickly to protect your right to compensation. In Florida, you generally have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit if someone else was negligent, according to Florida Statutes § 95.11.
If you miss this deadline, you will likely lose your chance to seek damages in court. There are some situations that could change this time limit, and specific exceptions may apply based on your claim.
The attorneys at GOLDLAW can assess your Port St. Lucie rideshare accident case, explain the deadlines that may affect your claim, and help you take the appropriate legal steps before time runs out.
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Get Help from Our Rideshare Accident Attorneys in Port St. Lucie
An Uber or Lyft collision can disrupt nearly every part of your life. Between medical treatment, missed time at work, and dealing with insurance companies, it can be difficult to know where to turn or how to protect your interests.
You deserve clear answers about your legal rights and the options available under Florida law. Our Port St. Lucie rideshare accident lawyers can evaluate the circumstances of your crash and help you pursue damages for your injuries and related losses.
At GOLDLAW, our team has more than 200 years of combined legal experience. Reach out today to arrange a free consultation and learn how we can help you pursue the compensation you may be entitled to.
