Does Uber cover injuries due to crashes in New Jersey?

Victims injured in crashes involving Uber vehicles can sometimes recover compensation from the ride-share company’s insurance coverage directly, but whether your situation qualifies depends on the specific facts of your accident. Uber’s coverage only applies when the driver has the app open and is logged in. The amount of insurance coverage available through Uber depends on whether or not the driver was actively in the course of fulfilling a ride request at the time of the collision. A thorough review of your circumstances, in combination with an investigation of the accident, can determine who bears liability for the crash and what amount of coverage could be available to compensate you. It’s also important to consider any liability on the part of other potential defendants in your claim, as well as whether you may be covered by underinsured motorist coverage, particularly if Uber’s $1 million policy is not applicable to your accident claim.

Who can sue for injuries from an accident that involves an Uber vehicle?

Anyone who suffers injuries because of another person’s or entity’s negligence can seek financial compensation under New Jersey law. Our Uber accident injury attorneys in Clifton, NJ, represent clients like the following: Uber passengers Uber drivers injured by another motorist’s negligence Other motorists hurt in crashes with Uber drivers The occupants of other vehicles who were injured because of an Uber driver’s negligence Cyclists and pedestrians struck by Uber drivers Fault for an accident can be multifaceted. New Jersey’s comparative negligence law allows injured parties to seek compensation even if they were partially at fault for the accident as long as they are less at fault than the party they are suing. This means you can seek compensation for an Uber accident even if you share some liability for the crash. However, having an attorney on your side is important for establishing your proportion of fault for the accident. Your amount of fault not only determines whether you can sue under NJ law but may also reduce the compensation you’re entitled to, so you’re going to want help to minimize your liability through compelling evidence of all other parties’ negligence.

What should I do after an Uber accident?

Following the challenges of an Uber accident, you must protect your health, safety, and legal rights as completely as possible. That’s easier said than done, especially when you’re in shock and in pain. You weren’t expecting this to happen, and figuring out what steps to take next can seem impossible. In any accident, your first move should be to get to a safe place and address any urgent injuries. If remaining where you were puts you at risk of subsequent collisions, get to safety at any cost. To the extent possible, avoid movements that make any injuries hurt even worse. Report the accident to the authorities and seek emergency medical assistance by calling 911. Remain at the scene of the crash until help arrives. While you wait, try to gather any evidence that could support any potential claim for compensation. Take photos and videos of the scene of the crash, the damages to vehicles involved, any debris, and your visible injuries. Ask any witnesses to provide their contact information and statements about what they observed. Cooperate with police officers to help them document the accident. Provide your identification and insurance information, and be sure to get a copy of all potential defendants’ contact and insurance information, as well. Undergo an initial medical evaluation at the scene, but don’t end your medical care there. Emergency medical personnel don’t have the equipment to provide as thorough an evaluation as a hospital or urgent care facility could perform. Even if your injuries aren’t life-threatening, they can still be significant and should be addressed promptly. Although you have to notify your own insurer of the accident promptly and should inform other relevant insurance companies of the crash, all interactions you have with insurance companies could put your claim at risk. If possible, consult an attorney right away, before you have even contacted your insurance company, to make sure you understand your rights and obligations. We may even be able to handle reporting the accident to the insurer, as well as other insurance company interactions, on your behalf so you can focus on getting better.

Do I need a lawyer for an Uber accident injury claim?

When car accident victims try to handle claims for compensation on their own, they can run into a lot of obstacles. That’s an even bigger issue in cases involving Uber accidents, which are already complicated matters due to the different potential sources of insurance coverage. Having knowledgeable Uber accident lawyers in New Jersey representing you offers significant advantages. You have a skilled professional handling every aspect of your claim, from investigating the accident and gathering evidence to prove liability on the part of Uber, its driver, or another defendant to fighting for the payout you deserve. Our goal is to ensure our clients can focus on their physical recovery while we pursue maximum compensation for them.

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Uber Accident Injury Attorneys in Clifton, NJ, Seeking Fair Compensation for Victims in Essex County, Hudson County, Passaic County, Bergen County, Union County, and Throughout North Jersey
Compensation for Uber Accident Injuries Under New Jersey Law
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Uber Accident Injury Attorneys in Clifton, NJ, Seeking Fair Compensation for Victims in Essex County, Hudson County, Passaic County, Bergen County, Union County, and Throughout North Jersey

With ride-share services widely available across NJ, Uber accidents aren’t uncommon. When these crashes occur, they can leave victims with not only serious injuries but also a lot of legal questions. Corradino & Papa, LLC’s Uber accident lawyers in New Jersey are here to provide the answers you’re looking for and the legal support you need to secure full compensation.

Having the right legal guidance makes all the difference when you’re struggling with the physical and financial burdens that result from serious personal injuries. Our Uber accident injury attorneys in Clifton, NJ, help potential claimants understand their legal options through complimentary initial consultations. Contact us today to have your case reviewed for free.

Compensation for Uber Accident Injuries Under New Jersey Law

The rights that victims injured through another party’s negligence have in New Jersey extend to motorists, passengers, and pedestrians hurt in Uber accidents.

To make a successful claim for compensation after a ride-share accident injury, you need to establish the negligence of the driver responsible for the crash or another defendant, such as the manufacturer of dangerously defective vehicle parts. You need to provide proof of their negligent conduct behind the wheel (or in other capacities) that establishes that this defendant breached some duty of care it owed to you. To get the compensation you deserve, you also need to present documentation of the harm you suffered because of the crash, including your physical injuries and their financial consequences.

Proving the necessary elements of a car accident claim often isn’t straightforward, especially when your case involves a collision with a ride-share vehicle. Our Uber accident lawyers in New Jersey help clients build strong claims that allow them to attain the results they deserve.

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An attorney can guide you through the claims process and handle every aspect of your case. At Corradino & Papa, LLC, we believe that having the right attorney managing your Uber accident claim doesn’t only get you a successful outcome in your legal case but also ensures you’re able to focus on recovery.

Identifying Defendants and Sources of Insurance Coverage

One of our first priorities as experienced Uber accident lawyers in New Jersey is to determine all parties that could be liable for your injuries and resulting damages. Depending on the facts, we might be able to pursue arguments for the liability of parties like the following:

Uber drivers
Uber itself
Other motorists
Manufacturers of defective vehicles, auto parts, or other products that give rise to an accident
Parties responsible for property or road maintenance in the event that hazardous conditions contributed to the accident

If your situation involved traffic safety violations or other negligent conduct on the part of the Uber driver, you may be able to seek compensation from Uber itself. Although Uber doesn’t classify its drivers as employees, the company does provide insurance that covers accidents under certain circumstances.

Whether Uber’s insurance coverage applies to your case and the extent of insurance coverage available depends on its driver’s status at the time of the collision.

When the Uber driver is offline: If the driver is not actively using the app, Uber does not provide any insurance coverage. Instead, you would need to seek compensation for your injuries from the Uber driver’s personal insurance policy.
When the Uber driver is online and available to accept ride requests: Uber provides some insurance coverage, limited to $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident, for injuries its drivers cause while logged into the app but not in the process of providing a prearranged ride.
When the Uber driver is in the process of providing a ride: If an Uber driver causes an accident while on the way to pick up their passenger or during the trip to the passenger’s destination, Uber’s NJ insurance coverage limits increase to $1.5 million in coverage for property damage and injuries to passengers and third parties.

With a thorough initial review of the facts and a diligent investigation of the crash, our Uber accident injury attorneys in Clifton, NJ, can prepare to prove negligence and pursue compensation for you.

Documenting Damages and Fighting for Full Compensation

Your claim must establish all of the losses you suffered because of the accident to ensure your payout compensates you as fully as possible. We focus on identifying the full scope of your damages and providing thorough documentation of all of your losses. Depending on the specifics of your case, we may be able to secure you compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, permanent scarring, and other losses.

Our team is committed to pursuing maximum monetary damages for our clients through any legal path necessary. We’ve negotiated settlements that fully compensate our clients in many instances, but we don’t hesitate to file litigation and, when needed, fight for our clients in court.

Why Choose Corradino & Papa, LLC?

To take on a major company like Uber in a complicated ride-share accident claim, you need skilled legal representation. Corradino & Papa, LLC’s Uber accident lawyers in New Jersey are ready to step up and confront the challenges, fighting for the compensation you deserve.

Decades of Successful Legal Practice to Draw From

Our firm has served injured clients across the state for more than 25 years. All told, our team of attorneys brings to each case more than 130 years of combined experience in legal practice. We’ve encountered all types of challenges in legal situations like yours and have discovered effective strategies for overcoming obstacles.

The Resources Necessary for Winning Complex Claims

Getting maximum compensation for complicated ride-share accident injury claims requires you to uncover the truth about the driver’s activities, prove negligence, and document everything. With Corradino & Papa, LLC’s extensive resources, you won’t have to settle for a cursory review of the facts and minimal documentation of your damages. We’ll invest our resources into carrying out the detailed investigation necessary to establish liability, as well as substantiating all of your damages so the full extent of your losses is clear. With our resources on your side, we can build the strongest possible foundation for your claim.

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If retaining a lawyer sounds like a big headache, you’ll be surprised how easy Corradino & Papa, LLC makes getting legal help. We know some legal issues just can’t wait, so we’re here for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In addition to offering multiple ways of getting in touch with us, we’re willing to meet with you at your home or the hospital to remove the barriers that could impact your ability to move forward with a claim. Our multilingual staff ensures that language barriers won’t keep you from having skilled representation on your side.

Contact Corradino & Papa, LLC’s Uber Accident Lawyers in New Jersey Today for a Free Consultation

Taking the first step to getting the compensation you deserve for a ride-share accident is easier than you might think. The legal guidance and professional support you need are only a phone call or a quick contact form away, with no upfront fees standing in your way.

For help from Uber accident injury attorneys in Clifton, NJ, contact Corradino & Papa, LLC online or call 973-381-1706 today.

Frequently Asked Questions About Uber Accident Injury Cases in New Jersey

Victims injured in crashes involving Uber vehicles can sometimes recover compensation from the ride-share company’s insurance coverage directly, but whether your situation qualifies depends on the specific facts of your accident.
Uber’s coverage only applies when the driver has the app open and is logged in. The amount of insurance coverage available through Uber depends on whether or not the driver was actively in the course of fulfilling a ride request at the time of the collision.
A thorough review of your circumstances, in combination with an investigation of the accident, can determine who bears liability for the crash and what amount of coverage could be available to compensate you. It’s also important to consider any liability on the part of other potential defendants in your claim, as well as whether you may be covered by underinsured motorist coverage, particularly if Uber’s $1 million policy is not applicable to your accident claim.
Anyone who suffers injuries because of another person’s or entity’s negligence can seek financial compensation under New Jersey law. Our Uber accident injury attorneys in Clifton, NJ, represent clients like the following:
Uber passengers
Uber drivers injured by another motorist’s negligence
Other motorists hurt in crashes with Uber drivers
The occupants of other vehicles who were injured because of an Uber driver’s negligence
Cyclists and pedestrians struck by Uber drivers
Fault for an accident can be multifaceted. New Jersey’s comparative negligence law allows injured parties to seek compensation even if they were partially at fault for the accident as long as they are less at fault than the party they are suing. This means you can seek compensation for an Uber accident even if you share some liability for the crash. However, having an attorney on your side is important for establishing your proportion of fault for the accident. Your amount of fault not only determines whether you can sue under NJ law but may also reduce the compensation you’re entitled to, so you’re going to want help to minimize your liability through compelling evidence of all other parties’ negligence.
Following the challenges of an Uber accident, you must protect your health, safety, and legal rights as completely as possible. That’s easier said than done, especially when you’re in shock and in pain. You weren’t expecting this to happen, and figuring out what steps to take next can seem impossible.
In any accident, your first move should be to get to a safe place and address any urgent injuries. If remaining where you were puts you at risk of subsequent collisions, get to safety at any cost. To the extent possible, avoid movements that make any injuries hurt even worse.
Report the accident to the authorities and seek emergency medical assistance by calling 911. Remain at the scene of the crash until help arrives. While you wait, try to gather any evidence that could support any potential claim for compensation. Take photos and videos of the scene of the crash, the damages to vehicles involved, any debris, and your visible injuries. Ask any witnesses to provide their contact information and statements about what they observed.
Cooperate with police officers to help them document the accident. Provide your identification and insurance information, and be sure to get a copy of all potential defendants’ contact and insurance information, as well.
Undergo an initial medical evaluation at the scene, but don’t end your medical care there. Emergency medical personnel don’t have the equipment to provide as thorough an evaluation as a hospital or urgent care facility could perform. Even if your injuries aren’t life-threatening, they can still be significant and should be addressed promptly.
Although you have to notify your own insurer of the accident promptly and should inform other relevant insurance companies of the crash, all interactions you have with insurance companies could put your claim at risk. If possible, consult an attorney right away, before you have even contacted your insurance company, to make sure you understand your rights and obligations. We may even be able to handle reporting the accident to the insurer, as well as other insurance company interactions, on your behalf so you can focus on getting better.
When car accident victims try to handle claims for compensation on their own, they can run into a lot of obstacles. That’s an even bigger issue in cases involving Uber accidents, which are already complicated matters due to the different potential sources of insurance coverage.
Having knowledgeable Uber accident lawyers in New Jersey representing you offers significant advantages. You have a skilled professional handling every aspect of your claim, from investigating the accident and gathering evidence to prove liability on the part of Uber, its driver, or another defendant to fighting for the payout you deserve. Our goal is to ensure our clients can focus on their physical recovery while we pursue maximum compensation for them.

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