If an Uber driver crashes while I’m a passenger, do I sue Uber or the driver?
Kyle Moore's Answer
Quick Answer
If injured as a passenger in an Uber, you should consider suing the driver for negligence, as recent rulings indicate you may not sue Uber directly.
Key risks of waiting too long
Potential Risk
Potential difficulty collecting from the driver if they have inadequate insurance.
Potential Risk
Risk of not being able to sue Uber under certain legal interpretations.
Potential Risk
Confusion over which insurance policy will cover the damages.
Potential Risk
Filing deadlines and legal procedures may vary significantly.
Full Transcript
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If you're a passenger that's injured in an Uber, you should consider, if you need to file a lawsuit,
suing the driver. There have been some recent cases around the country involving Uber and
their drivers, and recently in Georgia, a court determined that an Uber driver was not an employee
of Uber, so you couldn't sue Uber in that circumstance. You can always, though, sue the
driver for their negligent conduct. The question will be, where does the coverage come from? The
driver's own personal policy or some other policy? If you're a passenger who's injured in a vehicle,
you should also consider uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage,
or medical payments coverage, which may exist on your own auto policy.