How Uber Works?
Uber works based on a GPS locating system that connects riders to nearby drivers. It shows a map of cars and the directions they are heading. Drivers can elect to accept certain rides or deny them. To use Uber, follow these steps:
- Download the app onto your smartphone via the Google Play store, App Store, or other location. Make sure you have ample space and that you allow the app to send you notifications.
- Input your information and payment details, such as your name, email address, credit card or PayPal information, and phone number. By providing your phone number, the driver will be able to call you if he has any questions or concerns, or to tell you that he has arrived if you are not outside.
- When you are ready to take a trip, input your destination. There will be a number of cars displayed, as well as an estimated time of arrival. You may also schedule a ride for a later time.
- Select what kind of ride you want, whether a Pool ride, UberX ride, Uber Select, and more.
- If you select a Pool, you will likely have to walk to a nearby pick-up point. You will then need to confirm this point with the app.
- Upon getting picked up, you can enjoy your ride, rate your driver at the end, and leave a tip if you so choose.
Uber’s rating system is integral to drivers. A low rating may result in the driver getting suspended or barred from using the app, while a high rating can eventually allow the driver to offer other types of rides for customers. The drivers must maintain these ratings to continue to provide higher-end trips. At the same time, drivers can rate customers based on their behavior and attitude, as well as if they caused any delays or if they were rude to other passengers. A low rating may cause other drivers to be more cautious while picking up such riders.
Drivers for Uber must meet certain requirements to be eligible to give rides to customers. They must meet the minimum driving age in the city of choice, have one year of licensed driving experience in the US (or 3 years if the driver is under the age of 23), have a valid US driver’s license, and must possess an eligible 4-door vehicle. They must also have proof of residency in the city and state, proof of vehicle insurance, and a clean background check.
The company tries to prioritize safety for both drivers and passengers. Drivers are thus given access to an emergency assistance button that allows drivers to quickly share their trip information and location with emergency services in the event of an incident; incident support with a representative at Uber; trip sharing that allows drivers’ friends and family to know where they are at all times, so as to prevent any potentially dangerous situations; GPS tracking to ensure that trips do not go off route or into unknown areas; and detail anonymity, such as masking phone numbers and only providing first names.
UberRide and LyftRide Accidents
If you need an UberRide lawyer, be sure to contact our firm today for more help. Victims of UberRide accidents are entitled to compensation if they were injured during a trip. Were you hurt during an UberRide? If so, call our firm to find out what to do next. UberRide crashes can be devastating, and you shouldn’t have to pay off your own expenses if you were a passenger – call us to find out how to sue for compensation.
LyftRide accident victims should pursue ample compensation with the help of our firm. LyftRide passengers may get hurt in accidents, but the company doesn’t want to pay. Fortunately, we can help. For the best LyftRide accident lawyers in the country, call our law firm today. You are able to recover damages if you were hurt in a LyftRide crash, so don’t hesitate to take legal action at once.
Questions and Answers about Lyft Accidents
Lyft is a rideshare company that has been providing rides throughout the U.S. since 2012. What started in San Francisco, California in June 2012 has grown into one of the most popular rideshare companies in the country. Providing over one-million rides per day throughout 300 cities in the country, Lyft has been and will likely continue to be a top choice for those seeking to drive for a rideshare service or ride with a rideshare service.
Like all other vehicles, drivers, and passengers on the road, vehicles, drivers, and passengers affiliated with Lyft could be involved in auto accidents. If you were involved in a Lyft accident as a driver, a passenger, or as another party unaffiliated with the rideshare company, you might have questions regarding the accident and your right to pursue legal action.
Causes Of Uber Accidents?
Given that Uber is a popular service and the company employs thousands of drivers in already-congested cities, it is no surprise that there are dozens of accidents involving the vehicles each year. Although many drivers are generally safe, there are individuals who make mistakes or carelessly operate the vehicles. Most of the time, the drivers who behave in such a manner likely drove the same way when they weren’t transporting anyone; it is no different that they are driving for money. In fact, the need to complete many fares to earn more wages is a primary factor in many Uber crashes.
Other causes of Uber accidents include:
Speeding
Uber drivers may drive recklessly by speeding, which can create dangers for many people on the road. Speeding vehicles have a harder time coming to a stop and drivers have less time to react to sudden dangers on the road, such as cars turning from hidden driveways, vehicles merging, animals darting into the street, pedestrians crossing at crosswalks that aren’t at lights, and more. Uber drivers who speed in residential areas run the risk of injuring more pedestrians, children, and homes, while Uber drivers who speed on highways and freeways raise the chances of severe or fatal injuries in crashes.
Tailgating
Tailgating is the act of driving too closely to other vehicles, which can cause rear-end accidents due to being unable to stop in time. It can sometimes be viewed as an act of aggression, but often, drivers tailgate because they are in a hurry and believe that they are getting closer to their destinations. It does not actually result in arriving faster; in fact, tailgating and having to constantly brake and ease up has been shown to create more traffic than it alleviates.
Running Red Lights
Uber drivers may run red lights if they are in a hurry or need to get to a destination before a deadline. For example, there are times when drivers need to get their passengers to the airport to catch a flight, and they take many risks and chances to arrive on time. It is also common for Uber drivers to go through red lights when caught a bit in the intersection or when proceeding through a jammed or packed yellow. Continuing through a light that has already changed is dangerous, and drivers from the opposing direction could get involved in accidents very easily.
Improper Merging
It is common for Uber drivers to go out in packed or traffic-ridden areas, which are usually filled with people who do not exert a lot of courtesy. This forces Uber drivers to be more aggressive and force their way into lanes if they want to enter or exit. Some individuals refuse to give up space, and Uber drivers will try to fit in the gaps. In slow-moving traffic jams, this may simply result in a sideswipe or a less damaging accident, but on freeways where there are plenty of cars traveling at high speeds, an improper merge can lead to a fatal accident. The Uber driver may signal too late, merge too slowly, or cut someone off, which can cause someone in the lane to hit the vehicle.
Running Stop Signs
One of the most common violations that Uber drivers commit on the road is running stop signs. Not every driver runs a stop sign by fully blowing through it and not even coming to a stop. In fact, many Uber drivers simply come to a rolling stop and then proceed as normal. This can be problematic – driving through a stop sign prematurely can throw off the flow of traffic and cause accidents among those who believe they have the right of way.
You Can Sue After an Uber Accident in California
The important answer to an often-asked question is yes, you can sue if you have been hurt in a car crash involving an Uber vehicle.
Personal injury law in California allows you to formally seek compensation for your injuries by filing a lawsuit against whoever caused the accident that led to your injuries. Car accidents that were caused by Uber drivers are no exception.
To succeed in these lawsuits, you will need to prove four things:
- The Uber driver owed you a duty of care to keep you safe or out of harm’s way,
- The Uber driver failed to uphold this duty,
- That failure was the cause of your injuries, and
- The extent of your injuries.
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