Aurora Uber Accident Attorney

Were you hurt in an accident involving an Uber driver? Whether you were a passenger, a pedestrian, a cyclist, or an occupant in another vehicle, if you were injured due to the negligence of an Uber driver, you may be entitled to compensation. An Aurora car accident attorney from Daniels & Scriven, P.C. can guide you through the legal process of pursuing full and fair compensation.

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Common Causes of Uber Accidents

Many people view Uber and other rideshare services as a safe form of transportation. However, rideshare drivers do not have any significant qualifications. They don’t have to pass a test or drive with the utmost care. In Colorado, they only need to have one year of driving experience in the United States or three if they are under the age of 23. This means that your rideshare driver is just as apt to get in a car accident as any other random driver on the roadway.

Additionally, rideshare drivers may face additional challenges and pressures that make them more likely to get in an accident, such as:

• Pressure to speed from paying (and reviewing) customers
• Fatigue caused by working multiple jobs or with various apps
• Not having a safe place to park while dropping off customers
• Distractions from the app and GPS notifications
• Deferred maintenance on their vehicle

An experienced Aurora personal injury lawyer can carefully review your case to determine the factors that contributed to your injuries.

Who Is Responsible for Uber Accidents?

One of the complications of Uber accidents is determining who is responsible for paying for your damages, including your medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. Often, the deciding factor is when the accident occurred during the rideshare transaction, as this affects the driver’s insurance coverage. Here are some common scenarios:

• The driver is not on the app – If the driver has not signed into the app to work, they are considered off-duty, and their regular liability insurance applies. Their personal insurance carrier is responsible for the claim.
• The driver is signed into the app but has not accepted a ride request – If the driver has actively signed into the app but has not yet accepted a ride request, the driver’s personal insurance carrier will likely be the primary insurer. However, if the personal insurance denies the claim because the driver was working at the time or the insurance limits are exhausted, Uber maintains supplemental insurance policies that may pay.
• The driver has accepted a ride request – If the driver has accepted a ride request, is driving to pick up the customer, has a customer in the vehicle, or has not completed the trip yet, Uber’s maximum $1 million policy applies.

Contact Us to Discuss Your Case with an Experienced Aurora Uber Accident Lawyer

If an Uber driver has injured you or a loved one, reach out to the legal team at Daniels & Scriven, P.C. for immediate legal assistance and advice. Our attorneys have over four decades of legal experience and stay up to date on the latest technologies and laws affecting this industry. Contact us today for a free consultation.