Akron Uber Accident Attorney

Most people think that a big company like Uber will simply hand over money in the event an accident occurs with one of their vehicles. However, that is not the case. Just like other car accidents, Uber accidents can quickly get bogged down in an insurance nightmare. Rideshare companies like Uber have a tiered system of insurance that completely depends on what the driver is doing at the time an accident occurs.

• If a driver has no passengers and is not signed into the “app” to work when they cause an accident, then that driver’s personal insurance carrier is responsible for coverage.
• If a driver is signed into the “app” to work but does not have a passenger when they cause an accident, the driver’s personal insurance carrier is still going to be the primary coverage. In these instances, Uber will provide a limited amount of coverage in the event a claim is denied or if insurance limits are exhausted.
• If a driver has a passenger or is on the way to pick one up when an accident occurs, Uber has a one million dollar liability insurance policy that is supposed to kick in to cover everybody involved in the accident.

While this may seem straightforward, these incidents still require extensive investigation in order to prove liability. A car accident attorney will be responsible for negotiating with all parties involved to secure the compensation you need.