Many people are hesitant to use rideshare applications such as Uber or Lyft, especially when they are traveling in an unknown location or they are alone. They have seen all of the news reports and legal cases that pertain to Uber and Lyft. They do not feel comfortable getting in the car alone with a stranger despite the convenience the apps offer when traveling. If you have any questions about some safety steps to take when using these applications or would like more insight on ways to protect yourself when traveling, contact our team Ovadia Law Group, at 1-800-674-9396.
One thing we do advise individuals who use Uber or Lyft to travel places alone is to not sit in the front seat. They are putting themselves in closer proximity to the driver, which might make the driver assume they are more open to a conversation. This may prompt the driver to be more friendly with the passenger and ask a lot of questions to strike up a conversation. The passenger may feel obligated to answer and end up feeling uncomfortable.
They should ask the driver if they are comfortable with this, as they might not feel safe with a stranger sitting in the front with them and having a better view of their driving. As a driver, if a passenger sit up front and begins touching your vehicle controls after you constantly ask them not to, you should contact our team at Ovadia Law Group at 1-800-674-9396.
When driving for rideshare companies, your vehicle is still your personal property and you do not want a passenger to damage it. The passenger might be aggressive or distracting if they choose to sit up front. If they sit up front with you, their behavior might cause you to be involved in a crash. If you agreed to let them sit in the front this may make it harder for your case overall. You should call our team or fill out an online free consultation form. We will review your case and determine what can be done.
We are located in South Florida and have four different office locations but are willing to connect you to a personal injury attorney law firm in Coral Gables. Do not wait to contact a lawyer as there is limited time depending on the rideshare application used which determines if you can take legal action or not.
We offer free initial consultations to assess your case.
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