What Parents Should Know Before Their Child Starts Driving for Uber or Lyft More teens and young adults are turning to rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft to earn extra income. For many, it’s a flexible way to work around classes, sports, or another job. But as a parent, it’s important to understand what driving for a rideshare service actually means when it comes to insurance and safety, especially because the coverage isn’t as straightforward as most people assume. Here’s what every parent should know before giving their child the green light. Insurance Doesn’t Cover Every Moment They’re Logged In Rideshare drivers aren’t covered the same way when they’re working as they are when driving for personal use. Coverage changes based on what the driver is doing inside the app, and this is the part that surprises most parents. There are generally two stages to pay attention to: “Available” (logged in…