Uber Accident Blog
Expert articles about rideshare accidents, insurance, and legal rights
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Damages
Medical Liens in Uber Settlements
How health insurance liens and subrogation affect your Uber settlement amount.
Taxes on Rideshare Accident Settlements
What portion of your rideshare accident settlement is taxable and what isn't.
Structured Settlements for Rideshare Accidents
Pros and cons of structured vs. lump sum settlements in rideshare accident cases.
Punitive Damages in Uber Cases
When you can recover punitive damages against Uber or grossly negligent drivers.
Factors Affecting Uber Settlement Value
What makes some rideshare accident settlements worth more than others.
Average Rideshare Accident Settlement Amounts
What rideshare accident settlements typically look like and factors affecting value.
Pain and Suffering in Uber Claims
How pain and suffering damages are calculated in rideshare accident cases.
Lost Wages in Rideshare Accident Claims
Recovering lost income, reduced earning capacity, and future wage losses.
Medical Expense Recovery in Uber Claims
Getting compensation for medical bills, future treatment, and healthcare costs.
Types of Damages in Rideshare Accident Cases
All the damages you can recover in an rideshare accident claim: economic, non-economic, and punitive.
Legal Process
Collecting Rideshare Accident Judgements
Turning your rideshare accident court victory into actual compensation payment.
Appealing Rideshare Accident Case Decisions
When and how to appeal unfavorable decisions in rideshare accident litigation.
Preparing for an Rideshare Accident Trial
What to expect if your rideshare accident case goes to trial instead of settling.
Settling Your Rideshare Accident Claim
How rideshare accident settlements are negotiated and when to accept or reject offers.
Mediation in Rideshare Accident Cases
How mediation works in rideshare accident disputes and whether it's right for your case.
Discovery in Rideshare Accident Lawsuits
The discovery process in Uber litigation: depositions, document requests, and interrogatories.
Expert Witnesses in Rideshare Accident Cases
Types of expert witnesses used in rideshare accident litigation and their roles.
Using Uber App Data as Evidence
How to obtain and use Uber app data (trip history, GPS, timestamps) in your case.
Collecting Evidence After Rideshare Accidents
Critical evidence to gather after an rideshare accident to strengthen your claim.
Contingency Fees in Rideshare Accident Cases
How attorney fees work in rideshare accident cases - you pay nothing unless you win.
How to Find an Rideshare Accident Lawyer
Tips for finding and choosing the right attorney for your rideshare accident claim.
Class Action Lawsuits Against Uber
Major class action lawsuits against Uber and whether you may be part of one.
Uber's Mandatory Arbitration Clause
How Uber's arbitration clause affects your ability to sue and what you can do about it.
Rideshare Accident Lawsuit Timeline
What to expect during an rideshare accident lawsuit: from filing to settlement or trial.
Statute of Limitations for Rideshare Accidents
Time limits for filing rideshare accident lawsuits by state - don't miss your deadline.
Driver Claims
Prop 22 Benefits for Injured Uber Drivers
Understanding California Prop 22 benefits for injured gig workers including rideshare drivers.
Uber Driver Carjacking and Crime Victims
Legal options for rideshare drivers who are victims of carjacking or assault.
Uber Driver Safety Features and Protection
Safety features Uber provides drivers and how they impact accident claims.
Health Insurance Options for Uber Drivers
Understanding health insurance options for rideshare drivers after accident injuries.
Lost Income Claims for Injured Uber Drivers
Recovering lost earnings when injuries prevent you from driving for Uber.
Uber Driver Vehicle Damage Claims
Getting compensation for vehicle damage when your car is damaged while driving for Uber.
Uber Driver Liability When At Fault
Personal liability exposure for rideshare drivers who cause accidents.
Uber Driver Deactivation After Accidents
What happens when Uber deactivates drivers after accidents and your legal options.
Workers' Compensation for Uber Drivers
Ca rideshare drivers get workers' compensation? Understanding the gig worker insurance landscape.
Injured Uber Driver Rights and Options
Legal options for rideshare drivers injured while transporting passengers or waiting for rides.
Third-Party Claims
Bystander Claims in Rideshare Accidents
Compensation for bystanders injured when Uber vehicles lose control or jump curbs.
Bus Passengers Injured in Uber Crashes
Claims options when Uber vehicles collide with public buses and injure bus passengers.
Electric Scooter Riders Hit by Uber
Legal options for e-scooter riders injured by Uber vehicles in urban areas.
Motorcyclists Hit by Uber Vehicles
Special considerations for motorcycle accident claims involving rideshare drivers.
Property Damage Claims Against Uber
Recovering compensation when rideshare drivers damage your property: fences, buildings, and more.
Uber Hit and Run Accidents
What to do if a rideshare driver hits you and flees the scene, and how to track them down.
Claims Against Uber as Another Driver
Your legal options when a rideshare driver causes an accident that damages your vehicle.
Cyclist Hit by Uber Vehicle Claims
Legal options for bicyclists injured in collisions with rideshare drivers.
Pedestrian Hit by Uber: Legal Rights
Compensation options for pedestrians injured by Uber vehicles, including crosswalk accidents.
Hit by a rideshare Driver? Your Legal Options
What to do if you're hit by a rideshare driver while driving, walking, or cycling.
Passenger Rights
Wrongful Death Claims: Uber Passenger Fatalities
Legal options for families when Uber passengers are killed in rideshare accidents.
Uber Passenger Witness Responsibilities
What to do as a passenger witness when your Uber is involved in an accident.
Emotional Distress Claims for Uber Passengers
Recovering compensation for PTSD, anxiety, and emotional trauma after rideshare accidents.
Uber Pool and Shared Ride Accidents
Special considerations for accidents during Uber Pool/Share rides with multiple passengers.
Uber Terms of Service: Passenger Impact
How Uber's terms of service affect your rights as a passenger, including arbitration clauses.
How Uber's Rating System Affects Passengers
Understanding how passenger ratings work and your rights regarding the rating system.
ADA Rights for Uber Passengers
Americans with Disabilities Act protections for Uber passengers with disabilities.
Discrimination by Uber Drivers
Your legal rights when rideshare drivers discriminate based on race, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Stolen Property During Uber Rides
Recovering compensation when belongings are stolen during Uber rides or left behind.
Uber Driver Kidnapping and False Imprisonment
Your legal rights when a rideshare driver deviates from the route or refuses to let you out.
Sexual Assault by Uber Drivers
Legal options for Uber passengers who experience sexual assault or harassment by drivers.
Rideshare Accident Claims for Minor Passengers
Special considerations when children are injured as Uber passengers: legal guardians and claims.
Seatbelt Injuries for Uber Passengers
Ca rideshare passengers recover damages if they weren't wearing a seatbelt during an accident?
Compensation for Injured Uber Passengers
What compensation Uber passengers can receive after being injured in a rideshare accident.
Uber Passenger Rights: What You Need to Know
A comprehensive overview of your rights as a rideshare passenger before, during, and after a ride.
Insurance
Stacking Insurance in Rideshare Accident Claims
How to maximize compensation by stacking multiple insurance policies in rideshare accident cases.
Uber Insurance Limits by State
State-specific minimum insurance requirements for Uber and how they affect your claim value.
James River Insurance: Uber's Carrier
Understanding James River Insurance Company, Uber's primary liability insurance carrier.
The Rideshare Insurance Gap Problem
Understanding the coverage gaps between personal insurance and commercial rideshare policies.
Uber vs. Lyft Insurance Coverage
Comparing insurance coverage between Uber and Lyft: similarities and differences for accident claims.
Commercial Insurance Requirements for Uber
State-by-state commercial insurance requirements for rideshare companies like Uber.
Total Loss Vehicle Claims in Rideshare Accidents
When your vehicle is totaled in an rideshare accident: understanding actual cash value and gap coverage.
Rental Car Coverage After Rideshare Accidents
Getting a rental car while yours is being repaired after an rideshare accident: coverage options.
Property Damage Coverage in Rideshare Accidents
Getting compensation for vehicle damage, personal property, and other property losses in Uber crashes.
Who Pays the Deductible in Rideshare Accidents?
Understanding deductibles in rideshare accident claims and who is responsible for paying them.
Bad Faith Insurance Practices by Uber
Recognizing and fighting bad faith tactics used by Uber's insurance company to minimize your claim.
What to Do When Uber Insurance Denies Claim
Steps to take if Uber's insurance company denies your accident claim, including appeals and legal options.
How to File a rideshare Insurance Claim
Step-by-step guide to filing an insurance claim after an rideshare accident, including required documentation.
Common Uber Insurance Exclusions
Situations where Uber's insurance may not cover your accident and what to do about it.
Uber Driver's Personal Insurance Gaps
Why personal auto insurance often doesn't cover rideshare driving and what it means for claims.
Medical Payments Coverage in Rideshare Accidents
Understanding MedPay and how it provides quick payment for rideshare accident medical bills.
Personal Injury Protection in Uber Claims
How PIP coverage works in rideshare accident claims in no-fault insurance states.
Underinsured Motorist Claims Against Uber
When the at-fault driver's insurance isn't enough: tapping into Uber's underinsured coverage.
Uber's Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Protection when uninsured drivers hit Uber vehicles: understanding UM/UIM coverage.
Uber's $1 Million Liability Policy Explained
Everything you need to know about Uber's $1 million commercial liability insurance policy.
Uber Insurance With Passenger in Vehicle
Period 3 coverage: the $1 million insurance policy that protects Uber passengers during rides.
Insurance When Uber Is En Route to Pickup
Period 2 insurance coverage: what applies when rideshare drivers are heading to pick up passengers.
Uber Insurance: Waiting for Ride Requests
Coverage details for accidents during Period 1 when drivers are waiting for ride requests.
Insurance When Uber App Is Off
What insurance applies when a rideshare driver causes an accident with the app turned off.
Uber Insurance Coverage: Complete Guide
Understanding Uber's three-tier insurance system and how coverage applies during different ride phases.
Liability
Road Hazard Rideshare Accidents
When potholes, debris, or road construction cause rideshare accidents: government and driver liability.
Weather-Related Rideshare Accidents
Liability in rideshare accidents caused by rain, snow, ice, or fog. When weather doesn't excuse negligence.
Vehicle Defects in Rideshare Accidents
When mechanical failures or vehicle defects cause rideshare accidents: manufacturer and driver liability.
Uber Liability for Passenger Assault
When rideshare drivers assault passengers: Uber's liability and your legal options for compensation.
Rideshare Accidents at Airports
Airport rideshare accidents: unique liability issues and claims involving airport ground transportation.
Rideshare Accidents in Parking Lots
Liability issues in parking lot accidents with Uber vehicles during pickup and dropoff.
Rideshare Accidents on Highways and Interstates
High-speed highway accidents involving Uber: unique liability issues and severe injury claims.
Rideshare Accidents at Intersections
Intersection crashes are among the most dangerous. Learn about liability when Uber is involved.
Uber Sideswipe Accident Claims
Understanding liability in sideswipe accidents involving Uber vehicles and lane change errors.
Rear-End Collisions Involving Uber
Common rear-end accidents with Uber vehicles: liability issues and compensation for injuries.
Wrong-Way Rideshare Accidents
Liability and claims when GPS errors or driver mistakes cause wrong-way rideshare accidents.
Uber Drivers Running Red Lights
Traffic violations by rideshare drivers and liability for accidents caused by running red lights or stop signs.
Speeding Uber Driver Accident Liability
Liability issues when rideshare drivers speed to complete more rides and cause serious accidents.
Drunk Uber Driver Accident Claims
Your legal options when injured by an intoxicated rideshare driver, including criminal and civil remedies.
Distracted Driving Rideshare Accidents
How app usage and distractions cause rideshare accidents and who is liable for distracted driving injuries.
Fatigued Uber Driver Accidents
Driver fatigue is a major cause of rideshare accidents. Learn about Uber's policies and driver liability.
Uber Background Check Failures & Liability
When inadequate background checks make Uber liable for accidents caused by unqualified drivers.
Police Reports in Rideshare Accident Claims
The importance of police reports in rideshare accident cases and how they impact liability determination.
How Fault Is Determined in Rideshare Accidents
The process of determining fault in rideshare accidents and how it affects your compensation claim.
Multi-Party Liability in Uber Crashes
When multiple parties are liable in an rideshare accident: drivers, Uber, other vehicles, and third parties.
How Uber's Independent Contractor Status Affects Claims
The impact of rideshare driver classification as independent contractors on accident liability and your legal options.
Vicarious Liability in Rideshare Accident Cases
How vicarious liability applies to rideshare accidents and when Uber can be held responsible for driver negligence.
Can You Sue Uber After an Accident?
Understanding your legal options for suing Uber directly after a rideshare accident, including when Uber can be held liable.
Uber Driver vs. Company Liability Explained
Learn the difference between driver liability and Uber's corporate liability, and how it affects your accident claim.
Who Is Liable in an Rideshare Accident?
Understanding liability in rideshare accidents: when the driver, Uber, or other parties may be responsible for your injuries and damages.
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