Many New Yorkers rely on the subway or their own two feet to get around, but on New York City’s hottest, rainiest, or coldest days, sometimes grabbing an Uber seems the best way to go. Passengers rely on Uber to get around and for the most part, they get from point A to point B without any trouble. Unfortunately, sometimes drivers are careless or any other slew of potential problems, and it results in a car accident.
If you have been injured in an accident while you were a passenger in an Uber, you should make sure that someone calls the police department and gets emergency medical assistance if necessary. Your driver should contact Uber immediately, who will report the accident and gather information from all involved. The Uber app has an option called “I was in an accident,” and a member of their emergency team will assist you. Uber has a minimum of a $1 million insurance policy that should be able to cover your injuries.
It is also important that you retain the services of an experienced personal injury attorney who understands Uber accident policies and can effectively represent you in the event that your case goes to trial. If you are an Uber driver who was injured in an accident, it is important to be aware that you may not be covered under workers’ compensation laws. Uber will only pay drivers half of a driver’s average weekly wages. If you need assistance, contact our firm today.
If you are in need of experienced legal counsel in regards to a personal injury or workers’ compensation case in New York City, please contact The Law Offices of Jonathan D. Sands and we would be happy to assist you.