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A rideshare accident can result in life-changing injuries, lost wages, and other damages. Rideshare accidents can involve multiple liable parties and it can be challenging for accident victims to know who to pursue compensation from and how.
While not all rideshare accidents are caused by negligent Uber drivers, some are and these cases can quickly become complex. The party that will be responsible for your damages will depend on the status of the Uber driver at the time of the collision. In some cases, the Uber driver, the Uber driver’s private insurance provider, and Uber can be held liable for your accident-related losses.
As mentioned above, liability heavily depends on which driving phase the Uber driver was in at the time of the accident.
These driving phases include the following:
In this type of situation, you could pursue compensation from the driver or their insurer. If you have auto insurance, you can file a claim with your insurer to recover some compensation.
The Uber Driver Was Active On the App But Did Not Accept a Ride RequestWhen the Uber driver is active on the app and waiting for a ride request you may be able to recover compensation from the rideshare company’s limited insurance policy.
The limited policy covers:
The Uber driver and their insurance coverage will be the primary source of compensation. If the damages you incurred exceed what you can recover from them and your insurance policy, you can file a claim to recover benefits from Uber.
The Uber Driver Has Accepted a Ride Request Or is Actively Transporting a PassengerOnce a rideshare driver has accepted a ride request, the company’s $1 million insurance policy kicks in. The insurance coverage is active from the moment the driver accepts a ride, while the driver is en route to pick up a passenger, and until the ride has ended.
In this case, the rideshare driver and their insurance policy will be the first place you’ll pursue compensation. The rideshare company’s policy can make up the difference.
Because so much money is at stake, Uber will do everything possible to deny responsibility and liability for your accident-related damages. Their rideshare drivers are considered independent contractors, so Uber isn’t technically responsible if one of their drivers causes an auto accident. Hiring an Uber accident lawyer at Parker Waichman LLP can level the playing field, putting you in the best position to recover the compensation you deserve.
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When you file a rideshare accident lawsuit you may be eligible for a wide variety of damages. Economic damages cover things that are easy to quantify. Your non-economic damages can cover things that can be more difficult to quantify, such as the pain and suffering you endured due to your injuries.
Damages are designed to reimburse you for:
And other accident-related damages.
The insurance company involved will do its best to minimize payout or deny your claim. Working with an experienced Uber accident attorney at Parker Waichman LLP is the best way to increase your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve.
If you were seriously injured in an accident that was caused by a negligent rideshare driver, an Uber accident lawyer on our legal team can help in many ways, including:
Most rideshare accident lawsuits are settled out of court. While your Uber accident lawyers prepare for trial, they will continue to negotiate with Uber and the other liable parties involved, to reach a fair settlement agreement. If a settlement still cannot be reached, the trial-tested attorneys at Parker Waichman LLP will be prepared to present your case before a judge and jury and fight for your right to fair compensation.
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