Yes, a passenger can file a lawsuit against an Uber driver. However, you probably won’t have to.
An insurance claim can be all it takes to get fair compensation an injured passenger needs for:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Scarring and disfigurement
In only a small percentage of claims, a lawsuit might be necessary to get the victim the financial recovery they are entitled to. If an Uber accident passenger and their lawyer decide that the insurance company isn’t providing a full and fair settlement offer, they may get a better financial award for the injuries by suing. However, this may mean facing the insurance company in court. It may take time for your case to finish. Still, the vast majority of Uber claims settle before going to court, especially with the right legal team on your side.
There’s always the potential for the passenger to lose if the case goes to trial. Unfortunately, if this happens, the injured person may walk away with nothing but legal expenses for their effort. You need an attorney who is skilled at negotiating far settlements for injured Uber passengers.
