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If you were injured in an Uber...","datePublished":"2022-09-26","dateModified":"2025-10-30","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/author\/kenbernard\/#Person","name":"Ken Bernard","url":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/author\/kenbernard\/","identifier":7,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/2c8989e3a6ded75e4fe0fae6e90fc6dfec65eaf7676e8cefa113ad6e8e2d6c66?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/2c8989e3a6ded75e4fe0fae6e90fc6dfec65eaf7676e8cefa113ad6e8e2d6c66?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Sherrod & Bernard, P.C.","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/SB-Logo-1.png","url":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/SB-Logo-1.png","width":300,"height":109}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/car-accident-street.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/car-accident-street.jpg","height":667,"width":1000},"url":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/can-you-sue-uber-if-youre-injured\/","video":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"VideoObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FCnVGmLc6-0#VideoObject","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FCnVGmLc6-0","name":"How is fault determined in an auto accident? | Sherrod & Bernard","description":"How is it determined who the at-fault driver is so that the case can be properly filed? \n\nThis question is usually answered by reviewing the official law enforcement report. 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This job starts with bringing the case against the proper driver and the insurance company.\n\n__________________________________\nSherrod & Bernard, P.C. - Personal Injury Lawyers in Douglasville\n8470 Price Ave \nDouglasville, GA 30134\nPhone: (770) 920 - 8350\nwww.sherrodandbernard.com","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/FCnVGmLc6-0\/default.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/FCnVGmLc6-0\/mqdefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/FCnVGmLc6-0\/hqdefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/FCnVGmLc6-0\/sddefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/FCnVGmLc6-0\/maxresdefault.jpg"],"uploadDate":"2019-07-12T11:30:01+00:00","duration":"PT47S","embedUrl":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FCnVGmLc6-0","publisher":{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCNK4EK-AuNLyADEP1Gsgx7w#Organization","url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCNK4EK-AuNLyADEP1Gsgx7w","name":"Sherrod and Bernard","description":"When you are in a legal bind, you need an experienced attorney you can count on to provide you with skilled representation and sound legal counsel. Every lawyer under the sun will tell you that he or she is the right person for the job, but you need a firm backed with a successful track record. You need the firm of Sherrod & Bernard, serving the Douglasville area.\n\nAfter attending the University of Georgia together, attorneys John Sherrod and Ken Bernard founded the law firm of Sherrod & Bernard, P.C. in 1992. From the very beginning, the goal of our firm has been to provide each and every client with the quality personal service and skilled representation they deserve. You can count on our work ethic and our commitment to our clients.\n\nYou need a highly skilled attorney to successfully resolve your legal issues. One of our lawyers can help. 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Each year that goes by, there seem to be more rideshare drivers on the road. As their ranks grow, so does the likelihood that one will be involved in an accident.If you were injured in an Uber accident, you might be entitled to compensation. However, insurance claims and lawsuits against rideshare services differ from other auto-accident types in a number of important ways. The\u00a0Georgia Uber accident attorneys at Sherrod & Bernard, P.C., are here to make sure you understand your rights and options. Call today for a free consultation.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWho Can Sue for Accidents Caused by Uber Drivers?When Uber drivers cause accidents, injured victims should not be left holding the bag. Uber accident victims usually fall into one of three categories:Rideshare passengersDrivers and passengers in other vehiclesPedestrians\u00a0or\u00a0bicyclistsIf you were injured in an Uber accident, you can file an injury claim against the Uber driver\u2019s personal auto insurance. However, most personal auto insurance policies do not cover accidents that occur while operating a vehicle for a \u201cbusiness use\u201d like ridesharing. In these cases, you can file a claim against Uber\u2019s company-provided auto insurance.Most personal injury claims are settled out of court. However, if a reasonable out-of-court settlement cannot be reached with the Uber driver or their insurer, you might need to file a lawsuit to secure compensation for your injuries.Remember that Georgia law sets a deadline known as the statute of limitations for filing personal injury lawsuits. This law requires that your personal injury claim be filed within\u00a0two years after the date of the accident. Subject to very few exceptions, your case will be dismissed in court if the deadline is missed. Speak to an attorney as soon as possible to avoid this result.Can I Sue Uber If Hit by One of Its Drivers?In many cases, yes.\u00a0However, an Uber sticker on a driver\u2019s car does not automatically mean that Uber will be liable for accidents involving that vehicle.\u00a0Uber\u2019s liability for auto accidents involving one of its drivers depends on whether or not the Uber driver was on the clock at the time of the accident.The easiest route to compensation is normally through an insurance claim. If the Uber driver was off the clock at the time of the accident, you can file a claim against the driver\u2019s personal auto insurance. If they were on the clock, you can file a claim against Uber\u2019s company-provided auto insurance.\u00a0Note, however, that Uber\u2019s insurance typically only applies when the driver\u2019s personal coverage does not.No matter the circumstances, it is always a good idea to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney before speaking with an insurance company or attempting to file a case in court. Call Sherrod & Bernard, P.C., today. Our injury lawyers are here to help you understand your rights and options.How Do I Prove Liability in an Uber Accident?Like all other drivers on the road, Uber drivers have a\u00a0duty to operate their vehicles responsibly\u00a0to avoid injuring others. Failure to do so will lead to legal liability if anyone is injured as a result. Of course, you will need evidence to prove the at-fault driver\u2019s liability for your injuries. Among other things, important evidence may include:Expert reconstructions of the accidentMedical treatment and billing recordsPhotos and videos of the scenePolice accident reportsTraffic, surveillance, or dashboard camera footageWitness testimonyThe more time that passes, the greater the risk that critical evidence will be lost, altered or forgotten. Therefore, begin to collect evidence early on where possible. The sooner you bring your case to an attorney, the sooner they can help you organize your evidence and start strategizing your path toward maximum compensation.What Insurance Does Uber Provide for Its Drivers?Though mandatory minimums and coverage types vary, almost every state requires drivers to carry some form of personal auto insurance.\u00a0Georgia law\u00a0mandates the following minimums: $25,000 in bodily injury liability per person ($50,000 per incident) and $25,000 in property damage liability.Again, however, most personal auto insurance policies do not cover accidents that occur while the insured driver operates their vehicle for \u201cbusiness use.\u201d\u00a0This means that Uber drivers are rarely covered by their personal auto insurance when accidents happen on the job.To solve this problem, many states \u2014 including Georgia \u2014 have enacted laws requiring rideshare companies like Uber to provide their drivers with additional auto insurance. In compliance with\u00a0Georgia\u2019s\u00a0rideshare insurance statute, Uber provides the following\u00a0coverage for its drivers\u00a0when their own auto insurance does not apply:Offline or the Uber App is Turned Off\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Uber provides no coverage for accidents that occur while a driver is offline or their rideshare app is turned off. In these instances, the Uber driver is covered only by their personal auto insurance.Available or Waiting for a Ride Request\u00a0\u2013\u00a0While drivers are waiting or available for a ride, Uber provides $50,000 in bodily injury liability per person ($100,000 per incident) and $25,000 per incident in property damage liability.En Route to Pick Up Rider and During Trips\u00a0\u00a0\u2013\u00a0While en route to a passenger and during trips, Uber provides $1,000,000 in third-party liability coverage. It also provides $1,000,000 in uninsured\/underinsured (UM\/UIM) motorist bodily injury liability.Contact a Georgia Uber Accident Injury Lawyer TodayAcross the country, rideshare services like Uber are now a ubiquitous feature of everyday life. However, like all drivers on the road, Uber drivers are responsible for making sure they operate their vehicles responsibly to avoid injuring others. Failure to do so may result in liability for themselves and for Uber.If you were injured in an auto accident involving an Uber driver, you may be entitled to compensation. For over thirty years, the injury attorneys at\u00a0Sherrod & Bernard, P.C., have helped our clients seek maximum legal compensation for their injuries. We are ready to help you. 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