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Rideshare (Uber & Lyft) Accident Lawyer in South Florida
Uber & Lyft Accidents
South Florida Rideshare Accident Lawyer for Uber and Lyft Crashes
Rideshare has changed the way South Florida moves, and it has created a new kind of accident claim that confuses even seasoned drivers. When you are hurt in an Uber or Lyft crash, the hardest question is often not who caused it, but whose insurance has to pay. The answer depends on what the app was doing at the exact moment of impact. At Furmanski Law Group, Daniel Furmanski knows how to trace that timeline and pursue every policy that applies, so you are not left covering someone else’s negligence.
Whose insurance covers you
Rideshare coverage works in periods. When the driver has the app off, only their personal auto insurance applies. When the app is on and they are waiting for a ride request, the rideshare company provides limited liability coverage. Once they have accepted a trip or are carrying a passenger, a much larger commercial policy, up to one million dollars, is in effect. Insurers know these distinctions and will argue the app was in whatever state pays the least. We gather the trip data and app records that establish the truth.
If you were a passenger
As a passenger, you are almost never at fault, and you usually have strong coverage available to you. The complication is that more than one driver may share blame, your own Uber driver or the other vehicle, which can lead the insurers to point fingers at each other while your bills pile up. We cut through that delay, identify the responsible parties, and make the available policies respond. You should never feel awkward about filing a claim. The coverage exists for exactly this situation.
If you were a rideshare driver or another motorist
If you drive for Uber or Lyft and were injured on the job, your options depend on the app’s status and the coverage in play, and there are pitfalls that can reduce your recovery if you are not careful. If you were in another vehicle struck by a rideshare driver, you may be entitled to pursue both the driver and the company’s commercial policy. Either way, we evaluate every angle so nothing is overlooked.
Why these claims stall
Rideshare companies are large and well defended, and their insurers are skilled at delay. They may dispute the app’s status, question your injuries, or push a fast, low settlement before you understand the full extent of your harm. Daniel Furmanski applies steady pressure, backs your claim with the data, and refuses to let a corporation undervalue your recovery.
What you can recover
Like any Florida injury claim, a rideshare case can include your medical expenses, lost income, and compensation for pain and suffering. Florida’s no-fault rules and the 14-day treatment requirement still apply, so prompt medical care is essential to protect your claim. We make sure your PIP benefits are used correctly and that the at-fault parties are pursued for everything beyond them.
Why South Florida chooses Furmanski Law Group
You should not have to decode rideshare insurance while you are trying to heal. We handle that for you. Daniel Furmanski gives you his direct attention, explains your options in plain language, and fights aggressively for full compensation, in English or Spanish. There is no fee unless we win your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About
Q: Does Uber's one million dollar policy always apply?
No. It applies only when the driver has accepted a trip or has a passenger. The app's status at impact controls which coverage responds.
Q: Can I sue both the driver and Uber?
Often yes, depending on the circumstances. We pursue every responsible party and every available policy.
Q: I was the Uber driver. Am I covered?
Possibly. Coverage depends on the app's status and the policies involved. We review your specific situation at no cost.
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If an Uber or Lyft crash left you injured, do not guess about which insurance applies. Call Furmanski Law Group at +1 (305) 900-6657 for a free, bilingual consultation, and let us sort it out for you.
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