At our personal injury law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, each Joliet rideshare accident lawyer understands the complexities of Uber and Lyft accidents. With extensive experience in dealing with these unique cases, our car accident attorneys help victims secure fair compensation for their injuries, easing their path to recovery and justice.
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What Is My Joliet Rideshare Injury Case Worth?
What is Ridesharing in Illinois?
In Illinois, ridesharing services fall under the Ridesharing Arrangements Act (625 ILCS 30/) which defines a rideshare as an incidental, not-for-profit transport service. It’s not considered commercial transportation, exempting it from certain regulations, but requires adequate insurance. Local governments can regulate rideshares according to their discretion
How Do Rideshare Insurance Policies Work?
Rideshare insurance policies activate in stages as outlined in Lyft Help. The level of coverage for an Uber or Lyft accident depends on whether the Uber or Lyft driver was logged into the rideshare app, waiting for a ride request, or transporting a passenger.
Injured While a Passenger in a Ridesharing Car
If you’re injured while a passenger in a rideshare vehicle, the company’s insurance policy should cover your damages. This includes medical expenses, lost wages, and even pain and suffering in severe cases.
Transporting a Passenger
During the transportation of a passenger, if motor vehicle accidents occur, the rideshare company’s insurance is again primarily responsible. It covers injuries suffered by the passenger, other rideshare drivers, and damage to property.
On the Way to Pick Up a Passenger
When Uber and Lyft drivers are en route to pick up a passenger and an accident occurs, the rideshare company’s insurance is still responsible for covering the damages.
Not Picking Up a Passenger
When the rideshare driver is not engaged in a ride and an accident occurs, the personal insurance of the driver will typically be responsible for any damages, which can complicate the process for victims seeking compensation.
Waiting for a Passenger Call
During the idle phase awaiting a passenger call, personal insurance coverage usually covers any accidents. However, some rideshare companies may offer contingent liability coverage, supplementing inadequate personal insurance.
Pursuing Compensation After a Joliet Uber and Lyft Accident
Victims involved in Joliet rideshare accidents can pursue compensation with a personal injury claim. Settlements may cover medical bills and expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages experienced as a result of the accident.
Steps to Take Following a Ridesharing Accident in Joliet
It’s important to take certain steps after a ridesharing accident such as:
Ensure Safety: Check your wellbeing and that of others at the accident scene.
Call Authorities: Contact local police to report the accident.
Seek Medical Attention: Promptly treat any injuries sustained.
Gather Evidence: Photos, witness accounts, driver details can help.
Contact Rideshare Company: Report the incident to them.
Consult an Attorney: Seek legal counsel from an experienced car accident attorney.
The Statute of Limitations May Restrict Your Options
In Illinois, the statute of limitations (735 ILCS 5/13-202)for personal injury claims from car accidents is generally two years from the date of the accident.
Contact a Joliet Ridesharing Accident Lawyer Today
During a free consultation about your rideshare car accident, our Joliet car accident lawyer at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers reviews your case, answers questions, and outlines potential legal strategies. Compensation for our services based on a contingency fee structure, meaning we’re only paid when you secure a settlement or verdict.
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To start your journey towards justice, contact our skilled Joliet rideshare and auto accident lawyer today. Your rights and recovery are our firm’s foremost priority.
Our Joliet ridesharing accident lawyers at The Kryder Law Group, LLC can review your case and answer your questions.
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Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
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