would you use Uber?

I didn't know about Uber so I looked it up. Seems like it's pretty controversial since the drivers don't have official license to drive cabs and some claim that's illegal and unsafe.

Uber has been banned in several Italian cities and it is illegal here in Switzerland. I would never use my car to transport strangers as my insurance would never pay in case of accidents. Put aside this problem, there are so many taxi drivers that are robbed and even killed by people who want to steal their money, why should I risk my life?!

I have a friend that uses it and belongs to the service. I would not feel safe.

does uber have insurance to cover it's drivers? I read about it, thought it was an interesting idea, but dont know if Id ever feel safe using

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