The United States is Uber’s biggest market with over 41.8 million active users (as of March 2018). This is evident in the good number of commuters using this app in cities with a huge traffic volume like Los Angeles and other areas in California. There are more than 3.9 million drivers, 65% of which are aged 16 to 34 years old.

While Uber drivers do not need to go through additional training requirements, the company requires the driver to have driving experience for a certain number of years before they are accepted on top of the minimum age requirement. This is to ensure that the drivers are knowledgeable enough of existing traffic rules and protocols to ensure their own and their passenger’s safety.

But more vehicles mean more chances of car accidents. Accidents can happen to the Uber driver, his or her passengers, or even to a bystander or an external person who is hit accidentally by an Uber vehicle. The cause can be varied and there are different implications in this regard particularly if the person is a victim of negligence on the part of the other party. In such cases, the victim can make a personal injury claim with the help of an Uber lawyer.

Rideshare accidents like those involving Uber vehicles can be quite complicated, particularly when it comes to claiming compensation. There are many factors involved that an Uber accident lawyer will need to take into consideration and carefully study before any action is taken. These include collection evidences and testimonials, analyze the severity of the injuries, and compute for the expected monetary compensation.

James Montano