Driver Onboarding Legal Framework
Version 1.0 Effective Date: June 10, 2026 Operated by uDriveus, Inc. (“uDriveus”)
IMPORTANT NOTICE
THIS AGREEMENT CONTAINS IMPORTANT LEGAL TERMS INCLUDING LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY, MANDATORY ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTION WAIVER, DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES, INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS, AND INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR TERMS.
BY ACCESSING, REGISTERING FOR, OR USING THE UDRIVEUS PLATFORM, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT AND ALL INCORPORATED POLICIES.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, DO NOT USE THE PLATFORM.
1. PLATFORM DESCRIPTION
uDriveus is a pre-scheduled transportation marketplace platform that connects independent drivers with guests seeking pre-arranged transportation-related services.
uDriveus is NOT:
- a transportation carrier;
- taxi company;
- chauffeur employer;
- dispatch operator;
- limousine company;
- motor carrier;
- common carrier;
- ride-hailing operator;
- fleet operator; or
- employer of drivers.
Drivers independently choose:
- whether to use the platform;
- when to provide services;
- which engagements to accept;
- where to operate subject to applicable law;
- and how to perform services.
Drivers are independent businesses and not employees, agents, partners, franchisees, joint venturers, or representatives of uDriveus.
2. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To use the platform as a driver, you must:
- Be at least 25 years old;
- Possess a valid driver’s license issued by a U.S. state;
- Have at least three (3) years of licensed driving experience;
- Maintain legal authorization to operate a motor vehicle in applicable jurisdictions;
- Maintain current vehicle registration where applicable;
- Maintain valid personal automobile insurance meeting minimum required limits;
- Successfully complete identity verification;
- Successfully complete background screening and motor vehicle record (“MVR”) review;
- Provide truthful and complete information;
- Maintain an active payment account for payouts;
- Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, airport, transportation, privacy, consumer protection, and traffic laws.
uDriveus may modify eligibility standards at any time.
3. BACKGROUND CHECK & MVR AUTHORIZATION
By applying to become a driver, you authorize uDriveus and its third-party providers to:
- conduct criminal background checks;
- review motor vehicle records;
- verify identity;
- verify driving history;
- conduct ongoing monitoring where permitted by law;
- verify insurance status;
- verify licensing status;
- verify sanctions or watchlist information;
- and periodically re-screen drivers.
Drivers may be disqualified, suspended, or removed based on:
- DUI or DWI offenses;
- reckless driving;
- felony violent crimes;
- sexual offenses;
- human trafficking offenses;
- fraud-related offenses;
- vehicular crimes;
- repeated moving violations;
- excessive accidents;
- license suspensions or revocations;
- unsafe driving patterns;
- or other conduct deemed inconsistent with platform safety.
uDriveus reserves sole discretion regarding driver approval and continued platform access.
4. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP
Drivers are independent contractors.
Nothing in this Agreement creates:
- employment;
- agency;
- joint venture;
- partnership;
- fiduciary relationship;
- franchise relationship; or
- employer-employee relationship.
Drivers:
- are not entitled to employee benefits;
- are solely responsible for taxes;
- control their own schedules;
- may work for competitors;
- may reject engagement opportunities;
- and are responsible for their own operational expenses unless otherwise agreed directly with guests.
uDriveus does not supervise, direct, or control the manner or means by which drivers perform services beyond reasonable marketplace safety, compliance, legal, and quality standards.
5. DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES
Drivers agree to:
- Operate lawfully and safely;
- Maintain professionalism;
- Follow all traffic laws;
- Maintain valid licensing and insurance;
- Maintain accurate account information;
- Maintain safe and roadworthy vehicles;
- Refrain from distracted driving;
- Use hands-free navigation where legally required;
- Cooperate during investigations;
- Immediately report accidents, incidents, citations, or arrests related to driving;
- Maintain required documentation;
- Refrain from harassment, discrimination, threats, or misconduct;
- Refrain from operating while impaired;
- Comply with applicable airport, venue, or transportation rules;
- Use the platform in good faith.
Drivers remain solely responsible for:
- vehicle operation;
- vehicle maintenance;
- traffic violations;
- tolls;
- parking violations;
- fuel;
- taxes;
- insurance obligations;
- legal compliance;
- and operational decisions.
6. VEHICLE STANDARDS
Vehicles used through the platform must:
- Be legally registered;
- Be insured as required by law;
- Be maintained in safe operating condition;
- Have functioning seat belts;
- Have functioning brakes, tires, lights, and safety equipment;
- Be free from major body damage or safety defects;
- Be reasonably clean and sanitary;
- Not be salvage, rebuilt, or structurally unsafe unless expressly approved;
- Comply with applicable local vehicle regulations.
uDriveus may require:
- photos;
- inspections;
- documentation;
- maintenance verification;
- or additional review at any time.
uDriveus reserves the right to reject or remove vehicles in its sole discretion.
7. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Drivers must maintain active personal automobile insurance satisfying applicable legal minimums and any additional platform requirements.
Minimum recommended limits may include:
- $100,000 bodily injury per person;
- $300,000 bodily injury per occurrence;
- $50,000 property damage.
Drivers must:
- upload proof of insurance;
- maintain continuous coverage and upload updates;
- notify uDriveus of cancellations or lapses;
- cooperate with insurance investigations;
- and maintain truthful insurance information.
uDriveus may verify insurance periodically, and will reserve the right to suspend services.
uDriveus may maintain contingent or non-owned auto coverage for certain platform activities; however, such coverage does not replace the driver’s personal insurance obligations.
Drivers understand:
- coverage availability may vary by jurisdiction;
- coverage may contain exclusions;
- personal insurers may deny claims;
- and drivers remain independently responsible for maintaining lawful insurance.
8. SAFETY & CONDUCT STANDARDS
Drivers must prioritize passenger and public safety at all times.
Prohibited conduct includes:
- driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol;
- possession or use of illegal drugs;
- harassment or discrimination;
- threats or violence;
- sexual misconduct;
- unsafe driving;
- distracted driving;
- fraud;
- impersonation;
- carrying illegal weapons;
- human trafficking;
- transporting prohibited items;
- or any unlawful conduct.
uDriveus maintains a zero-tolerance policy for impaired driving.
Drivers may be immediately suspended pending investigation for safety-related complaints or incidents.
Drivers agree to cooperate fully with safety investigations.
9. INCIDENT REPORTING
Drivers must report incidents immediately through the platform or designated reporting channels.
Reportable incidents include:
- accidents;
- injuries;
- guest complaints;
- citations;
- arrests;
- criminal investigations;
- insurance claims;
- threats;
- safety incidents;
- property damage;
- or media inquiries.
Failure to timely report incidents may result in suspension or permanent removal.
uDriveus reserves the right to cooperate with law enforcement, insurers, regulators, and governmental agencies.
10. GPS, TELEMATICS & DATA CONSENT
Drivers acknowledge and consent that uDriveus may collect, process, monitor, store, and analyze:
- GPS location data;
- route information;
- trip duration;
- usage information;
- telematics data;
- device information;
- communication metadata;
- and operational safety data.
Data may be used for:
- platform functionality;
- fraud prevention;
- safety investigations;
- insurance purposes;
- legal compliance;
- analytics;
- dispute resolution;
- risk management;
- and service improvements.
Drivers consent to electronic communications and electronic records.
11. PAYMENT & PLATFORM FEES
uDriveus may charge service fees, platform fees, processing fees, or other disclosed charges.
Drivers authorize uDriveus and its payment processors to:
- facilitate payments;
- deduct authorized fees;
- reverse payments for fraud or errors;
- and withhold amounts required by law or dispute processes.
Drivers are solely responsible for:
- tax reporting;
- income taxes;
- self-employment taxes;
- licensing obligations;
- and accounting obligations.
uDriveus may issue required tax forms.
12. DRIVER INCENTIVE TERMS
uDriveus may offer promotional incentives including sign-up bonuses or referral bonuses.
Unless otherwise specified in writing:
- Sign-Up Bonus:
- Drivers may qualify for a $1,000 sign-up bonus after completion of fifty (50) qualifying completed trips;
- Trips deemed fraudulent, canceled, duplicated, manipulated, self-booked, or otherwise invalid do not qualify.
- Referral Bonus:
- Drivers may qualify for a $50 referral bonus after a referred driver completes five (5) qualifying completed trips.
uDriveus reserves the right to:
- investigate fraud;
- withhold payments;
- reverse payments;
- modify or terminate incentive programs;
- or disqualify participants.
Bonuses may constitute taxable income.
13. PLATFORM ACCESS & DEACTIVATION
uDriveus may suspend, restrict, deactivate, or terminate access to the platform at any time for reasons including:
- safety concerns;
- policy violations;
- insurance issues;
- expired documentation;
- legal compliance concerns;
- fraud;
- criminal conduct;
- excessive complaints;
- unsafe behavior;
- non-cooperation;
- reputational risk;
- or operational concerns.
uDriveus may investigate incidents prior to taking action but reserves the right to immediately suspend access where safety or legal concerns exist.
Nothing in this Agreement guarantees continued access to the platform.
14. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
Drivers are solely responsible for complying with:
- federal laws;
- state laws;
- local ordinances;
- airport regulations;
- transportation regulations;
- insurance laws;
- tax laws;
- vehicle laws;
- consumer protection laws;
- privacy laws;
- and licensing requirements.
Drivers acknowledge that laws may vary by jurisdiction.
uDriveus does not guarantee legal eligibility in any jurisdiction.
15. NO GUARANTEE OF EARNINGS
uDriveus makes no guarantee regarding:
- earnings;
- engagement volume;
- profitability;
- platform demand;
- guest availability;
- or financial outcomes.
Any earnings examples are illustrative only.
16. DISCLAIMERS
THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.”
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, UDRIVEUS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING:
- MERCHANTABILITY;
- FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE;
- NON-INFRINGEMENT;
- AVAILABILITY;
- ACCURACY;
- AND UNINTERRUPTED OPERATION.
uDriveus does not guarantee:
- guest behavior;
- payment collection;
- booking availability;
- route safety;
- third-party conduct;
- or insurance coverage.
17. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, UDRIVEUS AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, SHAREHOLDERS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, INVESTORS, LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- INDIRECT DAMAGES;
- INCIDENTAL DAMAGES;
- SPECIAL DAMAGES;
- CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES;
- PUNITIVE DAMAGES;
- LOST PROFITS;
- LOSS OF DATA;
- PERSONAL INJURY;
- PROPERTY DAMAGE;
- VEHICLE DAMAGE;
- BUSINESS INTERRUPTION;
- OR THIRD-PARTY CONDUCT.
uDriveus’s aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms shall not exceed the greater of:
(i) the total amounts earned by uDriveus from the applicable Driver through the Platform during the three (3) months preceding the claim; or
(ii) $100.
18. INDEMNIFICATION
Drivers agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless uDriveus and its affiliates, officers, directors, shareholders, employees, contractors, service providers, insurers, investors, and agents from claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, fines, penalties, and expenses arising from:
- driver conduct;
- vehicle operation;
- legal violations;
- injuries;
- accidents;
- property damage;
- insurance disputes;
- guest claims;
- tax obligations;
- or breaches of this Agreement.
19. DISPUTE RESOLUTION & ARBITRATION
To the maximum extent permitted by law, disputes shall be resolved through binding individual arbitration.
Drivers waive:
- jury trial rights;
- class action participation;
- collective proceedings;
- representative actions.
Arbitration shall be conducted confidentially under applicable arbitration rules.
Either party may seek temporary injunctive relief for intellectual property or misuse-related claims.
If any portion of this arbitration provision is unenforceable, remaining provisions shall remain enforceable to the maximum extent permitted by law.
20. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES & CLICKWRAP CONSENT
Drivers consent to:
- electronic records;
- electronic signatures;
- digital communications;
- clickwrap agreements;
- and online delivery of notices.
Electronic acceptance shall have the same legal effect as handwritten signatures.
21. PRIVACY
Driver information shall be handled in accordance with uDriveus’s Privacy Policy.
uDriveus may disclose information:
- to payment processors;
- insurers;
- regulators;
- background check providers;
- law enforcement;
- courts;
- or as otherwise permitted by law.
22. MODIFICATIONS
uDriveus may modify this Agreement or incorporated policies at any time.
Continued use of the platform after modifications constitutes acceptance.
23. SEVERABILITY
If any provision is found unenforceable, remaining provisions shall remain enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.
24. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws designated by uDriveus in its applicable Terms, except where prohibited by law.
25. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement, together with incorporated policies and disclosures, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding platform use.
DRIVER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
BY CLICKING “I AGREE,” REGISTERING, ACCESSING, OR USING THE PLATFORM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:
- You have read and understood this Agreement;
- You are legally capable of entering contracts;
- You agree to all incorporated policies;
- You consent to electronic signatures;
- You understand that you are an independent contractor;
- You understand that uDriveus is a pre-scheduled transportation marketplace platform;
- You understand that uDriveus is not your employer;
- You understand that access to the platform may be suspended or terminated;
- You understand that driving carries inherent risks;
- You agree to comply with applicable laws and platform standards.
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