Can I sue my uber driver if I'm a passenger that gets injured?

Rideshare services like Uber have become a daily part of life across Florida, especially in busy cities such as Fort Lauderdale, Miami, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Orlando. While most trips are safe and uneventful, accidents do happen, and passengers often find themselves confused about their legal options. One of the most common questions clients ask Stockwell Law is whether they can sue their Uber driver if they are injured during a ride. According to Florida law, the answer is yes. Injured passengers have the right to pursue compensation when an Uber driver’s negligence causes harm.

As a passenger, you are almost never considered at fault for a rideshare accident. That means you can typically pursue a claim against the party responsible, which may include the Uber driver, another driver on the road, or sometimes both. Uber drivers in Florida are required to carry substantial insurance coverage while transporting passengers. This includes higher liability limits that are specifically designed to protect riders in the event of a crash. When a driver causes an accident by speeding, running a light, following too closely, being distracted, or failing to follow traffic laws, that insurance coverage is available to help pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

However, rideshare accident claims can become complicated quickly. Florida follows a comparative negligence system, and insurance companies often argue over who is responsible and how much they should pay. Uber’s involvement adds additional layers of insurance policies, reporting requirements, and liability questions. Many injured passengers find themselves overwhelmed by conflicting information or pressured by adjusters to settle early for less than they deserve.

This is where Stockwell Law provides critical support. Attorney Marissa Stockwell has extensive experience handling rideshare injury claims throughout South Florida. She understands how Uber’s insurance framework works and how to hold negligent drivers accountable. Her team helps passengers determine fault, gather evidence, communicate with insurance companies, and document the full extent of their injuries. By taking over the legal process, Stockwell Law allows clients to focus on their recovery instead of battling insurers.

If another driver, not the Uber driver, caused the accident, you may still have a strong claim. In these situations, the at-fault driver’s insurance is typically responsible for damages. In some cases, both insurance carriers may share liability. Stockwell Law investigates each case thoroughly to identify every potential source of compensation, ensuring no avenue is overlooked.

Being injured as a passenger can leave you dealing with physical pain, medical treatment, lost income, and stress about how to move forward. Florida law protects rideshare passengers, but navigating a claim alone can feel overwhelming. With Stockwell Law, you have an advocate who understands the complexity of Uber accidents and fights to secure the compensation you are rightfully owed. Attorney Marissa Stockwell is committed to helping injured passengers across Fort Lauderdale and South Florida get clarity, support, and justice after an Uber-related accident.

Call Stockwell Law today for a free consultation and get the dedicated representation you need to move forward.