What Happens if an Uber Driver Hits a Pedestrian?

If an Uber driver hits a pedestrian, the injured pedestrian has the right to file a claim against the driver. He or she can file a claim with the driver’s auto insurance company. However, if the driver’s auto insurance company denies liability or refuses to compensate for the injuries incurred, the injured victim has the option to recover damages under Uber’s liability policy coverage.

It is imperative to note that Uber’s liability coverage does not always provide help to those who have been injured. This is because Uber drivers are independent contractors and not Uber employees. In the majority of cases where an Uber driver causes an accident, it is the driver who is solely responsible and not the Uber company.

Another vital thing to note is that, in most cases, the driver’s individual insurance coverage will be considered void because of a “driving for hire” provision contained in the policy. In such situations, if the driver doesn’t have any supplementary commercial insurance coverage, then the injured pedestrians may not be able to recover anything.

Filing and recovering compensation after an Uber accident can be complicated. Therefore, if you have been injured by an Uber driver while crossing an intersection or sidewalk, it is in your best interest to get the help of an experienced Uber accident lawyer as soon as possible.