St. Petersburg Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer

Many residents of St. Petersburg, Florida rely on rideshare services like Uber and Lyft to travel from place to place. While these companies position themselves as a safe transportation alternative, serious collisions can occur involving their vehicles.

If you are injured in an Uber or Lyft rideshare, the accident lawyers at Salter, Healy, Rivera & Heptner can help. Our St. Petersburg Uber and Lyft accident attorneys can help you secure the compensation you need to pay for your accident-related losses, supporting you on your path to recovery. Reach out today to schedule your free consultation.

Why Choose Us

• Our firm has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our clients. We are dedicated to achieving maximum compensation in your claim.
• Our St. Petersburg personal injury attorneys have over 60 years of combined experience and can help you navigate the complex rideshare accident claim process.
• We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning that you will not need to pay legal fees unless we secure a settlement in your case.

How Our St. Petersburg Uber and Lyft Accident Attorneys Can Help

For those who are injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, seeking the assistance of an attorney is crucial. Our legal team helps you navigate your rights, hold those who hurt you accountable, and go after even the big companies. There are several ways our lawyers will help you:

• Determining fault: Holding large companies like Uber and Lyft accountable is critical. Our legal team will gather evidence to demonstrate all parties at fault and build an evidence-based claim that holds them accountable.
• Seeking fair compensation: Our rideshare accident lawyers will work to evaluate all of the injuries and losses you have suffered after an accident. This enables us to create a comprehensive claim that ensures those who did this pay you fairly.
• Handling negotiations: Count on our professionals to fight for you and pursue full and fair compensation by negotiating with insurance companies.

Who Is Liable in a Rideshare Accident?

Liability in a rideshare accident is dependent on what is occurring at the time of the accident. There are several common factors that contribute to this:

• The driver was logged into the app, providing a service. If the Uber or Lyft driver was logged in and provided a ride to a client, then the rideshare companies maintain a higher level of responsibility.
• The driver was logged in but not providing a service. In situations where the driver is waiting for a ride to become available to accept, and an accident occurs, it is the responsibility of that driver to pay for your losses.
• Other parties caused the incident. Like any other roadway accident, if another driver causes the accident resulting in your injuries, they can be held accountable for your losses.

Many other factors could contribute to liability. By working with an Uber and Lyft accident lawyer in St. Petersburg, you reduce at least some of the risk you are facing.

Insurance Requirements for Uber and Lyft Drivers in Florida

Florida is a no-fault accident state, meaning that motorists are responsible for their own damages after an accident, regardless of fault. Drivers are required to carry at least $10,000 personal injury protection (PIP) insurance to pay for their financial losses after an accident. Florida also requires at least $10,000 in property damage liability (PDL) coverage, which is used to pay for damage to other drivers’ vehicles in accidents that the policyholder causes.

The state also imposes additional requirements for rideshare drivers. Lyft and Uber drivers must carry the following amounts of insurance.

• $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident in PIP coverage
• $25,000 in PDL coverage

Legal Options for Uber and Lyft Accident Victims in St. Petersburg

If you are injured in an accident with an Uber or Lyft driver, you have multiple options to recover compensation. Your optimal legal pathway will depend on the circumstances surrounding your accident.

• If you are a passenger in the Uber or Lyft, you can file a claim against the rideshare driver’s PIP coverage after a collision, regardless of fault.
• If you are hit by an Uber or Lyft while driving your own vehicle, you can file a claim against your own PIP policy. If the rideshare driver caused the accident, you can also file a claim against his or her PDL policy.
• If your injuries meet Florida’s serious injury thresholds, you can file a third-party insurance claim or lawsuit against the driver responsible for the accident. The at-fault party may be the Lyft or Uber driver or another motorist who struck the vehicle while you were using the rideshare service.

Uber and Lyft also provide corporate insurance coverage for passengers injured in accidents caused by their drivers. If you file a third-party insurance claim against the at-fault driver and his or her policy cannot cover your losses, you could file an insurance claim against Uber or Lyft for the remaining amount. Your injury attorney from Salter, Healy, Rivera & Heptner can guide you through each of these options and help determine which legal pathway is right for you.

What to Do After a Rideshare Accident in St. Petersburg, Florida

Victims of a rideshare accident need to know what steps to take to get the help they need immediately. Not only do you need medical support, but you also need to be sure you are protecting your right to your case and claim. Follow these guidelines as long as it is safe to do so.

• Call 911 and check on others. Be sure that everyone is safe and move yourself to safety as well.
• Gather details from the incident. That includes the name and contact information of the drivers involved as well as any witnesses. You should ask to see the license and insurance information from the rideshare driver.
• Take photos of the accident damage and the scene. If possible, snap a photo of the license plate of the driver as well as any other damage to the area.
• Avoid making any statements that could indicate you are at fault. You should provide truthful but non-speculative information to the police responding to your accident.
• Get medical care right away. It is essential that you get medical care as soon as possible to document your injuries. This could become critical later. Make sure to get all follow-up care required as well.

In addition to these steps, turn to a local St. Petersburg Uber and Lyft accident lawyer as soon as possible to support your claim process and recovery.

Schedule a Free Consultation

Are you recovering from a Lyft or Uber accident? The rideshare accident attorneys at Salter, Healy, Rivera & Heptner can help you secure the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a St. Petersburg Lyft and Uber accident lawyer.

If you were injured in a non-rideshare collision, please contact our St. Petersburg car accident lawyers.