Orlando Rideshare Accident Lawyers

Helping Victims of Uber & Lyft Accidents in Orlando

If you were injured in a rideshare accident, you deserve to be fairly compensated for your injuries and other losses. At Ali & Blankner, our Orlando rideshare accident lawyers are ready to take on the rideshare companies and their insurance companies on your behalf. We know how to build strong cases that hold rideshare companies accountable for the actions of their drivers and the safety of their vehicles.

If you were injured in a rideshare accident, please call (407) 753-1312 or contact us online to request a free case review.

What is the Difference Between Uber and Lyft?

Uber and Lyft are both ridesharing services that allow customers to request rides from drivers who use their own vehicles. There are some key differences between the two services, though.

Uber is a ridesharing service that allows customers to request rides from private drivers who use their own vehicles. The ridesharing service is known for its luxury black car service and the ability to request rides from licensed drivers with commercial auto insurance. Uber drivers are also required to pass a background check. UberX is a lower-cost service that allows customers to request rides from licensed drivers who use their own vehicles.

Lyft is a ridesharing service that also allows customers to request rides from private drivers who use their own vehicles. Lyft drivers are known for their iconic pink mustache on the front of their vehicles. Lyft drivers are not required to pass a background check.

What is a Rideshare Accident?

Rideshare accidents are accidents that occur when a rideshare driver causes an injury to another person. Rideshare drivers are not trained like commercial drivers, and their vehicles are not required to pass the same safety inspections as commercial vehicles. When rideshare drivers cause an accident, it is often due to a lack of training or poor vehicle maintenance.

What is a Negligent Rideshare Driver?

A rideshare driver is considered negligent if they cause an accident due to a lack of due care. In many rideshare accident cases, the driver is found to be negligent because they were driving while distracted, driving too fast for the road conditions, or not paying attention to the road due to cell phone use.

Can I Sue a Rideshare Company for a Rideshare Accident?

Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft generally provide insurance coverage for their drivers and passengers. Florida law requires rideshare companies to carry specific insurance coverage that applies when a driver is logged into the app but hasn't accepted a ride, when a driver has accepted a ride, and when a driver is actively transporting passengers. Depending on the stage of the ride at the time of the accident, different insurance policies may apply.

To have a valid legal claim, you typically need to demonstrate that the rideshare driver or the company was negligent and that their negligence caused the accident and resulting damages. This may involve proving that the driver violated traffic laws, was distracted, or failed to exercise reasonable care while driving.

The legal status of the rideshare driver at the time of the accident can be crucial. If the driver was offline or using their vehicle for personal purposes without the app, the rideshare company's insurance coverage may not apply. However, if the driver was actively working for the company at the time, you may have a stronger case.

What are the Most Common Rideshare Accident Injuries?

The most common rideshare accident injuries are those that occur as a result of a car accident. Car accidents are caused by a wide variety of factors, but they share one commonality: they can cause serious injuries to those inside the vehicle and those outside of it. The most common injuries from rideshare accidents are brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, neck injuries, traumatic neck injuries, and other types of soft tissue injuries.

If you have been injured in a Uber or Lyft accident in Orlando, FL, contact us today at (407) 753-1312 to schedule a free consultation.