Chicago Rideshare Accident Attorneys

What to do if You Are Hurt in an Uber or Lyft Accident

Rideshare solutions Uber and Lyft are two of the most convenient mobile-based apps in the last few years, enabling you to use your smartphone to contact a driver, set up a ride, and pay for your trip with just a few swipes. Both are extremely popular in Chicago, as they eliminate the hassles of dealing with traffic and trying to find a rare parking spot. However, auto accidents can happen any time you get in a car, so there is always the potential that you could be hurt. The scenario raises many questions about liability and Chicago rideshare accident attorneys at the Horwitz Law Group can assist you with what to do if you are injured in a rideshare accident in Chicago.

Seek Proper Medical Care

Depending on the nature and severity of your injuries, you should call 911 for an ambulance and emergency treatment; if your injuries are minor, head to an urgent care facility or visit your primary care physician as soon as you are able. Medical care should be a priority for health reasons, and also because timing is important when you file a claim for compensation. There is a presumption that your injuries are not serious if you wait too long, and your recovery may be reduced.

Collect Evidence Where Possible

You do not have access to the vehicles after a Lyft or Uber accident, so it is important to gather as much evidence as you can in the aftermath. Use your phone to capture images of:

All vehicles and license plate numbers;
All damage sustained by the car you were riding in and others involved in the accident;
The road and conditions surrounding the scene of the crash, such as traffic lights and signs, signage, structures, construction, others.

In addition, jot down the contact and insurance information for all drivers, and owners of the vehicles if they were not actually operating the car.

File Claims for Your Injuries

In many ways, riding in an Uber or Lyft vehicle is just like being a passenger in any other car: You will file a claim with their insurance companies to obtain compensation for your losses. Fortunately, rideshare services provide liability insurance for drivers in addition to what the owner of the car purchases for personal use. Still, these claims can be complicated due to questions of fault between and among the drivers. The best move is to file with all insurers to cover all potential sources of compensation.

Contact a Chicago Rideshare Accident Attorney About your Options

One of the most important things to do after an Uber or Lyft accident is to consult with an experienced auto accident lawyer about your circumstances right away. Considering the complex claims process and multiple parties involved, you put your legal rights at risk if you do not have a skilled rideshare accident lawyer in Chicago on your side. If you were hurt in a rideshare crash and would like to hear more about your options to recover compensation, please contact the Horwitz Law Group in Chicago. We can schedule a consultation to assess the details of your case and assist with filing an injury claim.

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Case Results

$6,900,000.00

for a motor vehicle wrongful death case.

$5,300,000.00

for a 75-year-old woman who suffered an above the knee amputation due to being run over by a private school bus.

$4,500,000.00

for a young lady who was run over by a private waste hauling company while crossing the street.

$3,600,000.00

for a trucking accident resulting in the death of the driver.

$3,000,000.00

for a 70 year old man who died, without any living relatives, seven months after being hit by a car while crossing the street.

$2,300,000.00

for a client whose family was killed by a street sweeper that ran a red light.

$2,100,000.00

for a client injured in a 2005 Metra train derailment case.

$1,600,000.00

for a minor rear-ended on an expressway in Kankakee.

$1,400,000.00

for a premises liability accident resulting in below the knee amputation.

$1,200,000.00

for a woman who was hit by a car while crossing the street.

$1,197,000.00

for a client who was injured on the CTA red line train.

$900,000.00

for a bicyclist hit by a car.

$800,000.00

for a passenger injured in a rideshare rollover accident.

$750,000.00

for a rideshare accident injury.

$600,000.00

for a low-speed rear-end accident.

$500,000.00

for injuries in a van accident pulling a trailer.

$500,000.00

for a minor injured in a ride-share accident.

$495,000.00

for a pedestrian injured due to a sidewalk defect.

$350,000.00

for a passenger injured in a rideshare rollover accident.

$289,000.00

for a driver injured in an auto accident.

$270,000.00

for injuries from a right-turning truck.

$260,000.00

for a family injured in an auto accident.

$255,000.00

for a law enforcement officer rear-ended by a truck.

$250,000.00

for a motorcyclist rear-ended.

$233,000.00

for an individual injured by a dog.

$225,000.00

for a bicyclist hit by a car while crossing the street.

$201,000.00

for a driver rear-ended on the expressway.

$175,000.00

for a client who had lawyers at another law firm trying to settle the accident case for only $60,000.

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