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Abner v. Lyft Florida, Inc., et al., 2025 WL 2969993 (Fla. 3d DCA 2025) - Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal affirmed summary judgment in favor of Lyft in a wrongful death action stemming from an accident where a...more
If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, making informed decisions will be critical for protecting your legal rights. This includes making an informed decision about whether to talk to an attorney. If you have an accident...more
In the fourth episode of our Surplus Lines 360 series, John and Zachary discuss why using surplus lines insurance to satisfy state financial responsibility requirements can be problematic and varies by state, and why newer...more
Twenty-one states and the District of Columbia have joined an FTC enforcement lawsuit against a major rideshare and food delivery company over its subscription and cancellation practices. The allegations center on the...more
Rideshare passengers and other individuals injured in rideshare car accidents have clear rights under Florida law. With this in mind, if you were injured in a collision caused by an Uber or Lyft driver, you will want to talk...more
State Farm Mutual Automobile Ins. Co. v. Rubel, et al., 2025 WL 2350575 (Civ. Ct. N.Y. 2025) - The Civil Court in Queens County, NY denied Uber’s motion to dismiss a subrogation action stemming from a motor vehicle accident....more
On October 22, 2025, the Third District Court of Appeals in Florida ruled that Florida’s Transportation Network Companies (“TNC”) statute bars agency and vicarious liability claims against Lyft (and presumably other rideshare...more
The rideshare company Lyft is facing multiple lawsuits from passengers who allege that they were sexually assaulted by the company’s drivers. As Lyft sexual assault cases continue to make headlines, we expect that more...more
The most noteworthy legal development last month in the area of independent contractor (IC) compliance and misclassification law was the $19 million assessment paid to the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce...more
On October 3, 2025, California’s Governor signed Assembly Bill (AB) 1340 which establishes the Transportation Network Company Drivers Labor Relations Act (Act) which provides drivers for certain gig drivers with the right to...more
Uber Technologies (Uber) is currently facing more than 2,700 lawsuits (2,783 as of November 3, 2025) in federal court alleging that the company is liable for sexual assaults and sexual misconduct committed by Uber Drivers....more
In this crossover episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast and Payments Pros, Chris Willis, Jason Cover, and Taylor Gess expand on the Point-of-Sale Finance Series to focus on leases and rent-to-own (RTO) models. This...more
Hollins v. Lyft, Inc., 2025 WL 915412 (N.D. Ga. Mar. 12, 2025) - The United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia granted summary judgment in favor of Lyft in a personal injury claim stemming from an...more
Whether you’re behind the wheel as an Uber or Lyft driver or riding as a passenger, understanding who’s responsible when accidents happen isn’t always straightforward. California has specific regulations that determine...more
Key Points: Innovative technologies being utilized by rideshare companies are raising their chances of defeating vicarious liability claims in Florida and throughout the United States....more
Peer-to-peer car-sharing platforms like Turo have transformed California’s driving scene. Many California residents are choosing to rent out their personal vehicles or book rides through the Turo app. While Turo offers...more
Illinois Senate President Don Harmon faces potential $9.8 million fine for improperly accepting campaign cash - “State election officials have informed Senate President Don Harmon that he will face more than $9.8 million in...more
Rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft have become a common method for getting around Encino, but their convenience doesn’t guarantee their safety. While most trips proceed without incident, some situations may require extra...more
Campo v. Uber Technologies, Inc., 2025 WL 15388 (Fla. 3d DCA 2025) - Florida’s Third District Court of Appeals affirmed summary judgment for Uber Technologies, Inc. and affiliated defendants (collectively Uber), holding Uber...more
This week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a lawsuit in federal court against rideshare and delivery company Uber for allegedly deceptive subscription practices, including making it unreasonably difficult to cancel....more
Uber and its fellow ridesharing services are immensely popular throughout the country. Customers enjoy knowing that they can quickly get a ride no matter where they are and for rates that are typically more affordable than...more
Doe A.F. v. Lyft, Inc., No. 23-3990-KSM, 2024 WL 4479912 (E.D. Pa. Oct. 10, 2024) - The plaintiff alleged that a Lyft driver sexually assaulted her during a rideshare purchased on Lyft’s app....more
On March 31, 2022, a lawyer and her husband sustained personal injuries after their rideshare driver ran a red light and collided with another vehicle. The lawyer underwent numerous surgeries and other procedures after...more
As the nation concludes the 2024 elections, employers may want to keep an eye on the outcomes of several key state ballot measures that will have significant implications for wage policies, employee benefits, and compliance...more
While employers may not think about election days vis-à-vis labor and employment law obligations, this year, there are several states with ballot measures where voters will decide employment mandates. Issues for voters...more