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Rideshare passengers generally have the same legal rights as other road users in the event of an accident. This means passengers who suffer serious injuries can seek just compensation from the responsible party. If you were seriously injured in a rideshare accident, an experienced Fort Myers car accident lawyer can help you seek the full compensation you deserve at no out-of-pocket cost to you.

When you get in the back of a rideshare, the last thing you expect is to be seriously injured on the way to your destination. Unfortunately, this is a very real concern. As the number of Uber and Lyft drivers continues to grow, rideshare accidents are becoming increasingly common—and passengers are increasingly needing experienced legal representation.

If you were seriously injured in a rideshare accident, you should seek legal representation from a skilled car accident lawyer at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. promptly.

Rideshare passengers who suffer serious accident-related injuries have clear legal rights in Florida. In this scenario, you can (and should) seek just compensation—and you can (and should) hire an experienced Fort Myers car accident lawyer to represent you. Asserting your legal rights requires an in-depth understanding of Florida’s personal injury and insurance laws, and it is up to you to make sure you are seeking the full compensation you deserve.

What Are My Legal Rights After a Rideshare Accident?

As a rideshare passenger who has been seriously injured in an accident, understanding your legal rights is extremely important. In this scenario, your legal rights include:

• The Right to Know Why the Accident Happened – You have the right to take the necessary steps to determine why the accident happened. You also have the right to find out who (or what company) is legally responsible.
• The Right to File an Insurance Claim – Once you find out who (or what company) is legally responsible, you have the right to file a claim with the responsible party’s insurance company.
• The Right to Be Treated Fairly – When you file a claim for a rideshare accident, you have the right to be treated fairly by the insurance companies. With that said, you should not trust the insurance companies to do the right thing.
• The Right to Legal Representation – An experienced Fort Myers car accident lawyer at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, PA. can help make sure the insurance companies treat you fairly. Your lawyer can also help make sure you do not unknowingly settle for less than you deserve.
• The Right to Full Compensation for All of Your Accident-Related Losses – In Florida, rideshare accident victims who suffered serious injuries have the right to just compensation for all of their accident-related losses. This includes compensation for the accident's financial and non-financial consequences.

While these are some of your most important legal rights after a rideshare accident in Florida, this is not an exhaustive list. Once you hire a Fort Myers car accident lawyer at Spivey Law Firm to represent you, your lawyer will be able to provide a comprehensive overview of your legal rights based on the specific circumstances of your case.

How Can I Assert My Right to Full Compensation?

Asserting your right to full compensation after a rideshare accident almost always involves filing an insurance claim. But, before you can file an insurance claim, you first need to know whose insurance company is financially responsible for your accident-related losses.

When you have an insurance claim related to a rideshare accident, it is also up to you to make sure you are seeking the full financial compensation to which you are legally entitled. An experienced lawyer at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. will be able to take the necessary steps to gather all of the information needed to seek just compensation on your behalf.

FAQs: Filing a Claim for a Rideshare Accident in Florida

I was injured in a rideshare accident—do I have a claim?

Whether you have a claim against Uber or Lyft after a rideshare accident depends on the circumstances involved. In most cases, seeking compensation involves filing an auto insurance claim.  Most Uber, Lyft, and transportation ride share accident claims are resolved through insurance that Florida law requires be carried at $1 million once the driver has accepted a driving ride. Florida law defines the ride as beginning the moment the driver accepted the request, so it covers the drive to pickup as well as the trip itself. 

Your attorney with Spivey Law Firm will file a claim against the insurance coverage, negotiate with the insurer, and recover from the policy proceeds to compensate you for your injuries.  

What if the other driver was at fault in my rideshare accident?

If you suffered serious injuries in a rideshare accident and the other driver was at fault, you can file a claim under the other driver’s insurance policy (as long as the driver has coverage available).  Your own underinsured or uninsured motorist insurance coverage may also provide coverage for the accident.

What should I do to protect my legal rights after a rideshare accident?

Immediately after an accident:

• Call 911: You should ensure that the police arrive to create an official crash report.
• Seek Medical Care: You must seek medical treatment within 14 days of the crash to qualify for Florida Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits.
• Document the Scene: If it is safe to do so, you should take photos of the vehicles, injuries, road conditions, and take a screenshot of your active Uber trip in the app.

To protect your legal rights after a rideshare accident, you should seek treatment for your injuries promptly, and you should talk to a lawyer at Spivey Law Firm as soon as possible. Once you hire a lawyer with Spivey Law Firm to represent you, we will be able to fight for the compensation you deserve on your behalf.

How We Help Injured Rideshare Passengers in Florida

With our office in Fort Myers, we represent injured rideshare passengers throughout Southwest Florida and the entire state of Florida. If you were seriously injured in a rideshare accident, we can help in several important ways.

First, we can investigate to determine who was at fault. If we confirm you have a claim, we can begin seeking just compensation on your behalf. We take a personalized approach to every case, and we will focus on securing full compensation for your present and future accident-related losses.

Schedule a Free Consultation with a Fort Myers Car Accident Lawyer at Spivey Law Firm

Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. is AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell which is the highest rating standard to signify the greatest level of professional excellence for legal knowledge, communication skills, and ethical standards.

Do you need to know more about your legal rights after a rideshare accident in Florida? If so, we strongly encourage you to contact Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. today. Call us at 239-337-7483 or toll-free at 888-477-4839, or contact us online at SpiveyLaw.com to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Fort Myers car accident lawyer.