Lyft Accident Injury Attorneys in South Florida Fight for Clients’ Rights to Compensation After Suffering Injuries in a Rideshare Vehicle Accident in Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Throughout FL
Lyft ranks as one of the most popular rideshare services in Florida. While Lyft provides a convenient transportation alternative for people to get to and from work, school, or a night on the town, Lyft drivers are just as capable of making negligent mistakes behind the wheel as any other motorist. After you have been injured in an accident while riding in a Lyft or being hit by a Lyft driver, you deserve to recover compensation for your expenses and losses. Let the Florida Lyft accident lawyers of Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A., pursue your legal options.
Our team of lawyers has been practicing law for years and works hard to get the best results possible for accident victims in Palm Beach County, Broward County, and all over Florida. No matter who you are or where you come from, our legal team strives to create an atmosphere that is compassionate and understanding in order to better relate to you and comprehend your needs and goals, as well as the expected outcome of your case. When you are in need of an advocate who will fight for your recovery, you can trust that we will be sensitive to your situation and provide honest and understandable legal advice that will enable you to make the choice that is in the best interest of your situation.
Reach out to Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A. for a free initial consultation to learn more about your compensation options from our experienced Lyft accident injury attorneys in South Florida after a crash involving a Lyft or other ridesharing vehicle. Turn to our firm to help you secure the maximum compensation you need and deserve for your recovery.
Common Causes of Lyft Accidents in Florida
Lyft drivers have numerous demands while they’re on duty. As a result, drivers may engage in a wide variety of negligent or reckless behaviors, including:
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
- Aggressive driving/road rage
- Stopping in an active roadway/double parking
- Failing to signal or check mirrors before changing lanes or turning
- Tailgating/following too closely
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Distracted driving, including driving while looking at a cell phone or navigation screen
- Drowsy/fatigued driving due to working long shifts or driving late at night
- Failing to yield the right of way to traffic or pedestrians
- Failure to obtain vehicle maintenance
Lyft’s Insurance Coverage in Florida
Lyft is a ridesharing company that insures both drivers and passengers in the event of an accident. If a passenger in a Lyft vehicle is involved in an accident in Florida, Lyft’s insurance coverage will apply.
In Florida, Lyft’s insurance coverage is divided into three periods based on the driver’s activity at the time of the accident.
Lyft provides contingent liability coverage up to $50,000 per person for bodily injury, $100,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 per accident for property damage during Period 1, which is when the driver has the app turned on and is waiting for a ride request. If the driver’s personal insurance is insufficient, Lyft’s contingent liability coverage will take effect.
During Period 2, when the driver has accepted a ride request and is on his or her way to pick up the passenger, Lyft provides primary automobile liability coverage for bodily injury and property damage up to $1,000,000 per accident.
During Period 3, when the passenger is in the vehicle, Lyft provides primary automobile liability coverage for bodily injury and property damage up to $1,000,000 per accident. In addition, Lyft provides bodily injury coverage for uninsured/underinsured motorists up to $1,000,000 per accident.
If a passenger in a Lyft vehicle in Florida is involved in an accident, they should immediately report the incident to the police. They should also gather additional information from witnesses and take pictures or videos of the accident scene. In addition, if a passenger is injured in an accident, he or she should seek medical attention as soon as possible. In cases where severe injuries are sustained in a Lyft accident, the passenger may file a claim for compensation for their damages and losses with an experienced personal injury attorney at Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A.
Florida Lyft Accident Lawyers at Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A. Work Tirelessly to Secure Maximum Compensation for Injury Victims
You may be entitled to pursue financial recovery for expenses and losses you sustained due to an accident involving a Lyft vehicle. Let our firm help you secure compensation for your:
- Car repairs
- Lost value of your vehicle if it was totaled in a collision with a Lyft
- Medical and rehabilitation expenses, including hospitalization, surgeries, doctor’s appointments, prescription, and physical/occupational therapy
- Costs of long-term care you need for permanent disabilities resulting from your injuries
- Lost earnings during your recovery from your injuries
- Loss of future income and job benefits if you become permanently disabled from working
- Pain and suffering
- Lost quality of life and emotional distress
You can turn to us to take care of the details of your case while you focus on your physical and emotional recovery. Our team will investigate the accident, identify liable parties and options for financial recovery, document your injuries and losses, and vigorously pursue maximum compensation for you in a settlement or court, if necessary.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation to Go Over Your Legal Rights with Our Qualified Lyft Accident Injury Attorneys in South Florida Today
Contact Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A., today for a free, no-obligation consultation to talk to our Florida Lyft accident lawyers about the process of recovering compensation for your injuries and losses. Let our firm advocate for your rights and help you demand the financial accountability you deserve from at-fault parties and their insurers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lyft Accidents in Florida
Florida is a “comparative negligence” state, which means that if you were partly responsible for an accident involving a Lyft vehicle, you may still be able to file a personal injury claim, but the amount of compensation you receive will be reduced based on your percentage of fault.
For example, if you were involved in an accident with a Lyft vehicle and you were found to be 30% at fault for the accident, your compensation would be reduced by 30%. If your damages were $10,000, your compensation would be reduced to $7,000.
It is important to note that Lyft’s insurance coverage will also depend on the driver’s level of fault in the accident. If the Lyft driver was completely at fault for the accident, you would be able to file a claim against Lyft’s insurance coverage for your injuries and related expenses.
However, if you were partially at fault for the accident, Lyft’s insurance coverage may only apply up to the driver’s percentage of fault. For example, if the Lyft driver was found to be 70% at fault for the accident and you were found to be 30% at fault, Lyft’s insurance coverage would only apply up to 70% of your damages.
If you were involved in an accident with a Lyft vehicle in Florida and you believe you may be partially at fault, it is important to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney at Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A. We can help you understand your legal options, and advise you on the best course of action for your specific situation.
If you were injured in an accident involving a Lyft vehicle in Florida, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim is four years from the date of the accident. This means that you have up to four years to file a claim against Lyft’s insurance coverage for your injuries and related expenses.
It is important to note that the longer you wait to file a claim, the harder it may be to gather evidence and prove your case. Additionally, if you wait too long and the statute of limitations has expired, you may lose your right to file a claim altogether.
Therefore, it is recommended that you contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible after the accident. We can help you understand your legal rights, evaluate your case, and advise you on the best course of action.