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Originally Posted by woob
So I'm curious, those who are so adamant about Uber and excited to use it, why are you OK with accepting the risk involved as a passenger? Just to be able to stick it to the "Taxi Cartel"?
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Well here's how I decided as a driver woob. There are literally millions of uber rides happening around the world monthly. Hell,
Toronto is estimating 500,000 rides monthly alone. I read the forums, checked news articles, etc and am just not seeing this as being a significant problem. I have seen a
few articles, but there does not appear to be an epidemic of uber'ers being maimed (financially or physically) for life with no recourse.
I truly believe that Uber has actual liability insurance for drivers (The $5 million they talk always talk of), meaning other cars, property and passengers ARE covered.
I would have no issue whatsoever riding in an uber car if I was a passenger. I don't think that I (the driver) am covered for my vehicle or injuries. This is where I think Uber is mostly doing what they said they would do and is just paying out of pocket should your personal insurance not cover it. They have the cash, and the motive to quietly settle these situations.
Again though, this is my best guess only. No one really knows for sure. This is why I would prefer actual coverage.