Anderson County Uber Accident Attorney

When you need a ride, it’s hard to beat an Uber. While rideshare companies like Uber have made getting around easier than ever, an Uber accident can add an additional layer of complication to an already difficult situation. If you’ve been injured by an Uber driver’s negligence, an experienced Anderson County Uber accident attorney is standing by to help.

Uber Drivers

Uber drivers are some kind of a hybrid because, while they’re not officially classified as commercial drivers, they are paid to transport people from place to place, which is a serious responsibility. Uber drivers also face unique challenges behind the wheel, including the following:

• They interact with the Uber app on an ongoing basis, which can prove distracting.
• They often find themselves driving in areas they’re not familiar with.
• They have to locate passengers who are unknown to them.
• They have to enter and exit traffic frequently and make frequent stops – each of which increases the risk that an accident will happen.
• They only make money when they complete trips, which can lead some drivers to sneak in more hours behind the wheel than the law allows.

When Uber’s Coverage Is in Play

Uber has robust liability insurance, which covers car accident claims that are generated by Uber driver negligence in specific situations that include the following:

• The Uber driver had a passenger at the time of the accident.
• The Uber driver was on their way to pick up a passenger at the time of the accident.

If you suffered an injury due to an Uber driver’s negligence as a passenger in their vehicle, you’ll file your claim with Uber’s insurance provider. The same is true if you were in another vehicle and the negligent Uber driver either had a passenger or was in the process of picking one up.

If, however, the negligent Uber driver was standing by, waiting for a passenger to be assigned when they caused you to be injured, you’ll need to file your claim against the driver’s own policy, which Uber requires them to carry. If the policy limits are too low to cover your complete physical, financial, and emotional losses, Uber’s coverage comes back into the picture.

If the Uber Driver Is Off the App

Uber drivers are part of the gig economy, and as such, they have to hustle. Many toggle between various apps in order to maximize the income they make behind the wheel. If the driver who causes you to be injured is no longer on the Uber app – even if they’ve just gotten off momentarily – your accident claim will go through the driver’s personal provider, the way it would in any other car accident.

Seek the Guidance of an Experienced Anderson County Uber Accident Attorney Today

The savvy Anderson County Uber accident attorneys at Bradley and Perkins Attorneys at Law have earned an impressive reputation for their fierce advocacy and favorable claim resolutions. Your complete recovery is key, so please don’t wait to contact us online or call us at 864-401-8770 for more information about what we can do to help you today.

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