Uber Accident Safety Facts and Statistics

Uber Accident Facts and Statistics in 2023

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In recent years, rideshare companies, such as Uber, have risen in popularity for their convenience and perceived safety. In fact, studies have estimated that there are about 15 million rides per day worldwide. Though many people rely on Uber for their day-to-day routines, realistically speaking, no system is perfect and there are many cases where choosing a rideshare company may not be in your best interest.

Our expert California and Lyft accident attorneys at West Coast Trial Lawyers have many years of experience when it comes to dealing with rideshare laws and can answer any questions you may have about liability, accident insurance, or personal injury claims.

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Uber Statistics in 2022

There were a total of 6.3 billion Uber trips in 2021.
45 percent of Uber drivers were white.
Uber made $10 billion in revenue in the United States and Canada in 2021.
Uber’s annual revenue for 2021 was $18.3 billion.
There were a total of 118 million Uber users in 2021.
In 2021, there were 5 million Uber drivers globally.
On average, Uber drivers would complete 17.4 million trips per day.
The Uber app is accessible to more than 900 cities worldwide.

Uber Demographics

Uber accident statistics 2023

With over 15 million Uber trips a day and 10 billion completed trips worldwide, it is obvious that many people rely on this unconventional method of travel for various reasons. Based on a study from the Global Web Index, below is an examination of Uber riders.

Gender	52% male	48% female
Income	44% above average income	22% below average income
Age	37% of riders are within the 16-24 year age bracket	28% of riders are within the 25-34 year age bracket
Urban Context	46% of riders live in urban areas	48% of riders live in suburban areas

The Uber Effect

When millions of drivers take to the road each day, the likelihood of an accident is extremely probable. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic fatalities are a leading cause of death, especially among young adults. This is mainly due to inexperienced drivers, intoxicated drivers, and dangerous road hazards.

The NHTSA also stated that an estimate of 31,720 people have been killed in fatal motor vehicle accidents from January to September of 2021. This is a 12 percent increase compared to the first nine months of 2020, where the total was 28,325 deaths.

With nightlife entertainment, such as bars and clubs, the streets are typically filled with drunk drivers throughout the late hours of the night. As a way to tackle this problem, Uber has encouraged people to use their rideshare services to prevent drunk drivers from getting behind the wheel.

Uber has suggested on more than one occasion that their rideshare service has made roads safer. Below is a comprehensive outlook on how Uber has affected the roads.

DUI accidents have decreased between 15-62 percent per year.
Uber has reduced traffic fatalities by 4 percent in the United States and over 6 percent for alcohol-related traffic fatalities in 2019.
There was a 16 percent reduction in traffic fatalities in metropolitan areas.

Uber Safety

Rideshare companies have changed the way people travel worldwide. Due to new policies and regulations, there is much debate over whether this mode of transportation has made the roads safer. While statistics fluctuate over the years, and depending on the region, it is difficult to come to an overall conclusion. But one thing is for certain: accidents happen, even during a rideshare trip.

According to Uber’s 2019 to 2020 safety report, there were 101 deaths that occurred in 91 fatal Uber accidents. Most of these collisions (32 percent) involved at least one speeding vehicle. The second highest cause was from alcohol-impaired drivers (23 percent). Those involved in these Uber accidents include the following: pedestrians (64 percent), vulnerable road users (42 percent), third-party motorcyclists (29 percent), and bicyclists or scooter riders (7 percent).

If you were involved in an Uber accident or have lost a loved one who was using their rideshare service, you may be entitled to file a personal injury claim against the party at-fault for damages. It is encouraged for victims of a rideshare accident to seek legal assistance from a qualified Uber accident attorney. They will assist you through the process of building up your claim and will negotiate with insurance companies to ensure you get the settlement offer you deserve. It is also important to note the chances of an injury occurring from your Uber driver. Uber driver accident protection is a serious occurrence where individuals have been hurt before.

West Coast Trial Lawyers Is Here to Help

When someone else’s negligence is the main contributing factor of your Uber or Lyft accident, you will be given the right to file a lawsuit against that party. A skilled California Uber and Lyft Accident lawyer at West Coast Trial Lawyers is available 24/7 to provide legal assistance. We will help you recover maximum compensation for your losses.

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