Ridesharing is popular in cities like Des Plaines, offering convenient and affordable transportation. However, car accidents involving rideshare vehicles like Uber and Lyft have increased across DuPage County and Cook County. If you have been seriously injured in a rideshare accident, a Des Plaines rideshare accident lawyer from our personal injury law firm can help with your legal claim.
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Do I Need a Lawyer After a Rideshare Accident in Des Plaines?
What Is Ridesharing in Illinois?
Ridesharing, also known as ride-hailing, transportation network services, or ridesharing services, is the use of a smartphone rideshare app to request and pay for a ride from private rideshare drivers. In Illinois, rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft are regulated by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Transportation Network Providers Act.
Common Causes of Rideshare Accidents
A rideshare car accident can be caused by various factors, including:
Distracted driving
Fatigued driving
Reckless driving
Vehicle maintenance issues
Injuries often include whiplash, bruises, cuts, soft tissue injuries, and broken bones.
Types of Rideshare Accidents
Some common types of serious rideshare vehicle accidents include rear-end collisions, side-impact collisions (also known as T-bone collisions), pedestrian accidents, and cyclist accidents.
Legal Considerations for Des Plaines Rideshare Accident Victims
If you have been a car accident victim involved in a Lyft or Uber accident, there are important legal considerations that may affect your personal injury claim:
Insurance coverage: The rideshare firm’s insurance company typically provides coverage for a driver, but it may vary depending on when the accident happened (i.e., if they were logged into the app or not). The personal insurance of a rideshare driver—rideshare drivers are considered independent contractors—may come into play in certain circumstances.
Liability: Determining liability in a rideshare accident can be complicated. It may involve multiple parties, such as the Lyft or Uber driver, the ridesharing company, and other drivers.
Statute of limitations: In Illinois, you must file a personal injury lawsuit within two years of the accident. It’s important to contact a rideshare accident attorney promptly or risk losing the opportunity to recover fair compensation.
Types of Financial Compensation for Injuries in Des Plaines Rideshare Crashes
How Des Plaines Rideshare Accident Attorneys Can Help
Navigating the legal process involving a rideshare-car accident case can be overwhelming and complex. An experienced Uber or Lyft accident attorney can help you with your Uber or Lyft accident claim:
Your Des Plaines Uber and Lyft accident lawyer collects evidence like the police accident report and accident scene witness statements.
Your lawyer investigates accidents involving Uber or Lyft to identify and hold the liable party accountable.
Your lawyer will negotiate with Uber and Lyft drivers’ insurance adjusters to recover maximum compensation from your insurance claim—such as medical bills, future medical expenses, lost wages, and future lost earnings.
Your car accident attorney can take rideshare accident cases to court if a fair settlement with the rideshare company isn’t reached.
How Do Rideshare Insurance Policies Work?
Rideshare insurance covers Uber and Lyft vehicles, drivers, and passengers if an accident occurs. Rideshare services’ policies typically have three phases:
Phase 1: the rideshare driver is logged into the Lyft or Uber app but has not yet accepted a ride request.
Phase 2: the Uber or Lyft driver has accepted a ride request and is en route to pick up the passenger(s).
Phase 3: the driver has passenger(s) in the vehicle and is actively transporting them to their destination.
Ridesharing companies offer different liability coverage across the phases:
Phase 1 usually provides limited coverage up to $50,000 per person and $100,000 total.
Phases 2 and 3 typically offer $1 million for bodily injury and property damage.
Rideshare accident coverage varies by a rideshare company’s insurance carrier and location; the driver’s personal auto insurance may apply.
Contact a Des PlainesRideshare Injury Attorney Today
Our personal injury law firm offers legal representation for rideshare accident claims in Des Plaines. The Lyft and Uber accident attorneys on our legal team have experience handling Uber or Lyft crashes to recover compensation for our clients.
If you have been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident with an Uber or Lyft vehicle, call us for a free consultation. An experienced attorney will look at your case, review information like your medical and police reports, and explain your legal options.
If you have been seriously injured in a rideshare accident, a Des Plaines rideshare accident lawyer can help.
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