Many people are aware of the difficulties in determining culpability in a two-vehicle rideshare collision, but what happens when a pedestrian is struck by an Uber driver? Read on to find out the answers, then call The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker at 800-333-0000 for a free legal consultation with a ride sharing accident attorney in Long Beach CA.
The right to walk as a pedestrian
They have the right of way when jogging, walking, or running on a sidewalk or other pedestrian walkway. Even if they’re rushing down the street, they’ll very certainly have the right of way. While a pedestrian may be somewhat to blame for their own pedestrian accident, such as if they were crossing away from a crosswalk, the vehicle driver is nearly always at least partially to blame.
If the driver was working, pedestrians may be able to recover damages from Uber’s insurance company
If the driver was working when the accident occurred, they were protected by Uber’s $1 million insurance coverage, which covers all of its drivers. The driver must either have the app open to pick up a ride, have a ride in the car, or be on the way to pick up a ride to be considered “working.” They are not “functioning” if they do not have the app open. If there is a question as to whether the driver was working, contact a ride sharing accident attorney in Long Beach CA for help.
If the driver was not working, pedestrians may be able to recover damages from the driver’s insurance policy
If the driver was not working at the time of the accident, the accident should be covered by their personal insurance policy. The bad news is that the driver’s insurance coverage is likely to cover substantially less than $1 million in major incidents. The good news is that Uber mandates all drivers to have full coverage insurance, which should protect the pedestrian even if the driver is not on the job.
Taking the first step with the help of a ride sharing accident attorney in Long Beach CA
If you are wounded as a pedestrian or as a passenger in an Uber accident, the first thing you should do is seek medical attention to protect your safety. Follow your doctor’s instructions to the letter. This is vital for your own health as well as for any personal injury claim, since you will need proof of your damages.
The next step is to get in touch with an accident attorney in Long Beach CA who can assist you. The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker is where you’ll find that attorney. Call us right now at 800-333-0000 for a free legal consultation. You don’t want to take on Uber’s legal team on your own. Allow us to assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve.
