Uber Passenger Injured in Collision

Case Background

Our client was an Uber passenger traveling through Hollywood when her driver, rushing to drop her off, ran a red light and was T-boned by a vehicle with the right of way. The impact caused our client to suffer a herniated disc and fractured vertebra, requiring spinal fusion surgery.

Challenges We Overcame

• Multiple insurance policies involved (Uber, driver, other vehicle)
• Uber initially denied their policy applied
• Determining liability between Uber driver and other motorist
• Coordinating claims against multiple insurers

Our Legal Strategy

We analyzed the complex insurance coverage structure and determined Uber's $1 million policy applied since the driver was transporting a passenger. We proved the Uber driver was primarily at fault through traffic camera footage and witness testimony.

The Outcome

We negotiated a $725,000 settlement from Uber's insurance policy, which covered our client's surgery, extensive physical therapy, and lost wages from her inability to work during recovery.