HIT BY AN UBER: Who’s Responsible?
THE SHIFTING LAWS OF RIDE-SHARE
It’s amazing how quickly ride-sharing has become a normal part of life in the United States. When Uber was launched eight years ago, the idea of getting a ride from a perfect stranger in their personal car seemed strange, if not dangerous. Today, millions of Americans use ride-share apps as a convenient means of transportation, whether they’re in need of a ride to the airport or safe passage home from the bar. Lawmakers and courts have been slower to adapt. Ride-sharing presents difficult legal questions, especially surrounding accident claims. Because ride-share drivers use their private vehicles, how can you determine whether or not the vehicle was in-service at the time of the crash? Which insurance covers the accident — the ride-share company’s insurance or the driver’s personal policy? Currently, auto accident law surrounding ride- sharing is like the Wild West. Every case is different, and the laws governing the ride-share industry are still evolving, state by state. For instance, here in California, a judge ruled that a San Francisco-based Uber driver was an employee of the ride-share company, despite other states upholding Uber’s claim that drivers are private contractors. Uber has filed to appeal the San Francisco ruling. If you’re injured by a ride-share driver, what do you need to know? As with all car accidents, evidence is imperative. Take plenty of pictures of the crash site, call the police, and attain multiple copies of the accident report. Be sure to document all medical treatment, therapy, and medication you receive as part of your recovery. Before contacting the ride-share driver’s insurance company, consult a San Diego personal injury attorney. They will be up-to-date on the shifting landscape of ride-share liability laws and will help you determine whether a claim should be submitted to the driver’s insurance or the insurance of the ride-share company. Having this kind of industry professional in your corner will help ensure the right party is held accountable and you receive the compensation you deserve.
SLOW COOKER RASPBERRY WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE
INGREDIENTS
• • • •
1 cup white chocolate chips
• • •
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups heavy cream, divided
4 tablespoons raspberry liqueur or syrup
3 cups milk (any variety will do)
DIRECTIONS
1. In a slow cooker, combine white
3. Using a hand or stand mixer, whip until stiff peaks form. 4. Serve mugs of hot chocolate with about 1 tablespoon of raspberry liqueur or syrup to taste and a dollop of whipped cream.
chocolate chips, condensed milk, 1 cup cream, and milk. Cover and heat on low about 2 hours. 2. In a large bowl, mix remaining 1 cup cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
(Recipe inspired by SlowCookerGourmet.net.)
3
Law office of Elliott Kanter APC |(619)-231-1883
Published by The Newsletter Pro | www.thenewsletterpro.com
Made with FlippingBook - Online catalogs