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Imagine someone driving around I-95 and Broward County, juggling a bunch of cell phones as they try to arrange their next ride-sharing trip.Its becoming a reality now that the smartphone app-based car service has gotten the green light in Palm Beach County to operate legally.
Mounting Concern
The ride-sharing service turns everyday Floridians into unofficial taxi cab drivers. But it requires drivers to use smartphone apps for every aspect of the service: from arranging trips to negotiating a price.
Its not uncommon to see drivers with multiple smartphones mounted on their dashboards to respond to customer requests.
Ride at Your Own Risk
A New York Times article outlined the risks of ride-hailing services such as Uber. The company maintains the app was designed with safety in mind, but not everyone is in agreement.
- Critics say when it comes to distracted driving it puts drivers in a tough spot: answer the call or lose money. Drivers also face suspension if they deny or decline customers repeatedly.
- It also put passengers in a tough spot: respond in 15 seconds or your potential ride passes to the next customer.
Are we sacrificing safety for instant gratification? Its a question that remains up for debate.
Free Legal Advice
Did you know that you may be eligible to receive compensation for medical bills, property damage, lost wages and any other losses that you may have experienced due to the incident?
In the event that you or someone that you love is in pain and suffering an injury caused by another motorist that was distracted while behind the wheel, you may like to consider contacting a personal injury attorney in Florida to help review your legal options.
At the law offices of Gorodn & Partners, we have extensive knowledge of Florida’s traffic and auto insurance laws and proudly offer 100% FREE consultations to help determine if you have sufficient grounds to file a damages lawsuit.
Call 1 (855) 722-2552 or use the Free Case Evaluation form today.
