In New Jersey, the Transportation Network Company Safety and Regulatory Act requires that companies like Uber take steps to keep riders safe.   Among many other requirements:
Uber is required to conduct a driving record check of each driver before allowing them to log in as a driver or to provide rides to users.
Uber is required to conduct a criminal background check for each driver prior to allowing them to log in as a driver or to provide a prearranged ride as a driver.
Uber is required to ensure that each driver’s vehicle to be used to provide rides meets the state’s motor vehicle inspection requirements and that each driver maintains a valid inspection certificate of approval for the vehicle.
Uber must provide a picture of the driver to riders and the license plate number of the driver’s vehicle prior to the rider entering the vehicle.
Of course, even with these precautions collisions still occur and people are injured every day.  With the help of an experienced Uber accident attorney, victims can identify who is liable for the collision and recover the compensation they need.