Uber Accident Lawyer Boca Raton
If you were hurt in an Uber crash in Boca Raton, then you may be dealing with serious injuries and are unsure how to pursue payment for your medical bills and other losses. Our Boca Raton, FL uber accident lawyer knows that when there is the added factor of a third-party rideshare company, this can complicate the situation. At Warner & Fitzmartin Personal Injury Lawyers, we have handled personal injury cases throughout South Florida for over 20 years. We know how rideshare accident claims work and how to advocate for your recovery.
Why Choose Warner & Fitzmartin Personal Injury Lawyers for Uber Accident Cases in Boca Raton, FL?
Deep Roots in South Florida Personal Injury Law
Attorney Aaron Warner was born and raised in South Florida and has spent his entire career representing injury victims here. He’s a civil litigation attorney admitted to the Florida Bar, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, and the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. Named a Super Lawyers Rising Star every year since 2019 and recognized by Florida Trend’s Legal Elite, he built the firm on consistent results that make a difference for his clients.
Attorney Elissa Fitzmartin is a trial attorney who graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Miami School of Law, where she was a member of Law Review, Moot Court, and the Federal Appellate Clinic. She’s been named a Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” in Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Litigation, recognized as a Top Lawyer by the Boca Raton Observer, and is currently serving on the Board of Directors of the South Palm Beach County Bar Association. She’s handled cases not just in Florida but in multiple states, including South Dakota federal court.
A Track Record That Speaks
We’ve recovered millions of dollars for injury victims across South Florida. Both Aaron and Elissa are Life Members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a distinction reserved for attorneys who have achieved verdicts or settlements of $1,000,000 or more. This shows our dedication and ability to achieve the result our clients need during some of the most difficult times.
Trial Attorneys, Not Just Negotiators
While some law firms may be inclined to settle every case, we prepare every case as if it may go to trial. That posture changes how insurance companies respond to our demands and negotiations. Uber’s corporate insurers know when they’re dealing with attorneys who will actually take a case to a jury. So if a fair resolution isn’t reached, we’re ready to go to court for your behalf.
No Fees Unless We Win
We handle Uber accident cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you. There is no upfront retainer, no hourly billing, and our initial consultation is free. This structure enables us to help more people who may already be dealing with financial hardships and do not need another immediate expense.
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Types of Uber Accident Cases We Handle in Boca Raton
Uber crashes can happen due to many different contributing factors, and the legal issues that follow depend on who was involved and what the driver was doing at the moment of collision. We handle the full range of rideshare injury claims in Boca Raton and throughout Palm Beach County.
- Car accidents. When an Uber driver causes a collision with another vehicle, liability may rest with the driver, Uber’s corporate insurer, or both. We investigate the app status at the time of the crash, which determines which insurance tier applies.
- Accidents with passengers in the vehicle. Passengers injured during an active trip are protected by Uber’s $1 million liability policy. But collecting on that policy requires knowing how to navigate a corporate claims process that is not designed to help you.
- Accidents involving pedestrians or cyclists. Being struck by an Uber vehicle as a pedestrian or cyclist often results in severe injuries. We handle bicycle accidents and pedestrian cases, knowing how to build liability claims when a commercial driver is involved.
- Multi-vehicle accidents involving Uber. When an Uber vehicle is part of a multi-car pileup, filing claims in multi-car accidents becomes significantly more complicated. Multiple defendants and multiple insurers don’t always agree on who is responsible and who is owed payment.
- Accidents caused by distracted driving. Uber drivers may check their app constantly for en route directions or other ride requests waiting. This creates real distraction risks. We know how to use cell phone data and other digital evidence to prove a driver was not paying attention at the time of impact.
- Accidents resulting in catastrophic injury or wrongful death. When an Uber crash causes a spinal cord injury, brain injury, or fatality, the stakes are high. These cases require a different level of investigation, involvement from medical or other experts, and long-term damages analysis.
Florida Legal Requirements for Uber Accident Cases
Florida has a specific statutory framework for rideshare accidents under Florida Statute § 627.748. The coverage available to you after a crash depends entirely on what phase the driver was in when the collision occurred.
When the Uber driver’s app is off, only their personal auto policy applies, and Uber bears no insurance obligation. When the driver is logged in and waiting for a ride request, Florida requires at minimum $50,000 per person in bodily injury liability, $100,000 per accident, and $25,000 in property damage. But once a driver accepts a ride and until the passenger exits the vehicle, the law requires Uber to carry $1 million in primary liability coverage. That distinction matters enormously for how much compensation is available to you.
Florida also operates under a modified comparative negligence standard since March 24, 2023, under Florida Statute § 768.81. If you’re found more than 50% at fault for the accident, you cannot recover any damages. Insurance adjusters are well aware of this rule and will work to push fault in your direction early in the process. That’s one reason it’s important to speak with an attorney before making any recorded statements.
Finally, Florida’s statute of limitations for negligence claims is two years from the date of the accident, under Florida Statute § 95.11 (for crashes occurring on or after March 24, 2023). If you miss this window, then you are no longer eligible to receive compensation. There are very limited exceptions, and most of them don’t apply to standard vehicle accident cases. We don’t recommend relying on these rare factors applying to your case, and suggest having us begin building your case before the deadline approaches.
What Damages Are Recoverable in a Boca Raton Uber Accident?
Uber crash victims can pursue two main categories of damages, including economic and non-economic. In rare cases involving gross negligence or intentional misconduct, punitive damages may also be available.
Economic damages are the documented financial losses you’ve suffered because of the crash. Medical expenses are the most common, including emergency room visits, surgery, hospitalizations, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and future care if your injuries are long-term. Lost wages cover income you missed while recovering, and lost earning capacity applies when your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous occupation. Property damage is also recoverable if your vehicle was damaged and needed repairs or replacement.
Non-economic damages are harder to quantify but often represent the largest part of a serious injury claim. These include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and in some cases, loss of consortium for the impact on your family relationships. Florida law allows full recovery for these damages when another party’s negligence caused your injuries.
Furthermore, Florida’s PIP system applies to rideshare accidents. Your own personal injury protection coverage pays 80% of your medical expenses and 60% of lost wages, up to $10,000, regardless of fault. But PIP doesn’t cover pain and suffering, and $10,000 goes fast after a serious crash. To pursue full damages beyond PIP, your injuries need to meet Florida’s serious injury threshold. Most cases involving surgery, significant soft tissue damage, or permanent impairment will meet these requirements.
Contact Warner & Fitzmartin Personal Injury Lawyers
If you were injured in an Uber crash in Boca Raton or anywhere in Palm Beach County, our team is ready to help. At Warner & Fitzmartin Personal Injury Lawyers, we offer free consultations and you pay nothing unless we win your case. Contact us to tell us what happened during the rideshare collision and find out what your case may be worth. We hope to speak with you right away.