I was riding in an Uber with two other passengers, and we were dropped off at a busy airport. The driver pulled over between two lanes of traffic, which wasn’t a safe spot. When one passenger opened the door to check if it was clear, a car hit the door. Now, Uber is saying I’m liable for damages to the car that hit us. Is that really fair?
Sounds like a tough situation. If the ride was booked under your account, they might try to hold you responsible, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re at fault.
Crosby said:
Sounds like a tough situation. If the ride was booked under your account, they might try to hold you responsible, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re at fault.
Agreed. Liability usually depends on who actually caused the accident. If the Uber driver wasn’t parked legally, that’s relevant.
Crosby said:
Sounds like a tough situation. If the ride was booked under your account, they might try to hold you responsible, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re at fault.
It’s worth appealing, especially if they didn’t give a clear reason for holding you accountable.
Uber should provide an official estimate of the damages. Without it, it’s hard to know if the amount is reasonable.
Dalen said:
Uber should provide an official estimate of the damages. Without it, it’s hard to know if the amount is reasonable.
Exactly. If they’re not sharing an estimate, that’s something to ask for.
Dalen said:
Uber should provide an official estimate of the damages. Without it, it’s hard to know if the amount is reasonable.
If you appeal and still don’t get anywhere, you might want to consult a lawyer just in case.
I’d check Uber’s terms again, but usually, each person is responsible for their own actions. If the other passenger opened the door, they’d likely be at fault.
Tai said:
I’d check Uber’s terms again, but usually, each person is responsible for their own actions. If the other passenger opened the door, they’d likely be at fault.
True. Uber terms can be confusing, but it doesn’t sound like you’re liable for someone else’s mistake.
Tai said:
I’d check Uber’s terms again, but usually, each person is responsible for their own actions. If the other passenger opened the door, they’d likely be at fault.
And if the driver was in an unsafe spot, that’s also relevant. Could work in your favor.
If the insurance company is reviewing it, that’s a good sign. Sometimes they’ll negotiate if you bring up these concerns.
Rowan said:
If the insurance company is reviewing it, that’s a good sign. Sometimes they’ll negotiate if you bring up these concerns.
Yep, pushing for an appeal might lead them to reconsider.
Rowan said:
If the insurance company is reviewing it, that’s a good sign. Sometimes they’ll negotiate if you bring up these concerns.
Also, ask for a breakdown of the charges if they haven’t provided it.
If it goes to small claims court, you’d probably have a good argument if you can show the driver parked unsafely.
Hadi said:
If it goes to small claims court, you’d probably have a good argument if you can show the driver parked unsafely.
Good point. You’ll want any photos or statements that show where the car was parked.
Hadi said:
If it goes to small claims court, you’d probably have a good argument if you can show the driver parked unsafely.
Yeah, especially if it’s clear that you didn’t open the door.