Edgewater is an upscale neighborhood located in Downtown Miami. It is centrally located to major highways, shopping centers, and restaurants, yet it maintains its cozy laid-back neighborhood style. Not only is it close to the bustling activity of Miami, but it also offers the serene view of Biscayne Bay.
Since 2014, Lyft drivers have provided ride-sharing services to residents and visitors in the Miami area. Wildly popular, ride-share services allow customers to reserve and pay for rides through an app on their phone. Customers gravitate toward ride-sharing services because they are easy to access and, in many cases, less expensive than a taxi or personal car service.
Lyft also offers a great income opportunity for drivers looking for part-time work to make ends meet or a full-time position. Similar to Uber, Lyft does not employ its drivers, rather they are considered independent contractors.
While Lyft offers convenience and lower costs, structuring their drivers as contractors can prove to be problematic if they are in a car accident. Victims may find themselves limited in the amount of compensation that they can receive based on the timing and circumstances of the accident. For this reason, it is critical to consult a Miami Lyft car crash lawyer for help. They can navigate through the specifics of the car crash and advise you of what legal remedies you may be able to take.
If you were involved in a car accident with a Lyft driver that was not your fault, contact Wolfson & Leon for help. Schedule your free consultation by calling (305) 285-1115 today.
Why Call a Miami Lyft Car Crash Lawyer?Popular ride-share companies, such as Lyft and Uber, do not employ their drivers. As such, drivers are responsible for getting their own car insurance. Typically, if you were in a car accident with a Lyft driver, you would be able to extend a lawsuit to include Lyft under Florida’s “vicarious liability” law. Since drivers are not employees, this law does not apply and, therefore, you can’t bring suit against Lyft, only the driver.
However, Lyft supplements the insurance to cover specific instances when a Lyft driver is operating their car. When a Lyft driver is transporting a passenger, Lyft has a $1 million policy in place to cover damages and injuries. However, if a Lyft driver is actively seeking a fare, reduced coverage of $50,000 per injury, up to a maximum of $100,000, is available. These policies will kick in after the driver’s policy. If the Lyft driver is operating their car for personal use, their personal insurance policy applies.
With such complex circumstances, it is important to consult a Miami Lyft automobile accident attorney if you are injured to best protect your interests. In addition to advising clients involved in ride-sharing car accidents, Wolfson & Leon also works with accident victims in other vehicle crashes including;
Whether you were hit by a Lyft driver or involved in a car accident as a Lyft passenger, you should seek the help of a Miami car crash lawyer. These matters can be complex and you need a skilled attorney to help you understand what legal options are available. Your first call is always free and you will not pay us a fee unless we settle your case.
Since 1963, Wolfson & Leon has proudly served the residents of Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Fort Myers and their surrounding cities. If you were injured in a car accident involving a Lyft driver, call Wolfson & Leon today for your free consultation at (305) 285-1115.