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A crash involving an Uber or Lyft can leave you with more questions than answers. Was the driver logged into the app? Was a passenger in the vehicle? Does the rideshare company’s insurance apply, or does the driver’s personal policy come first? When medical bills, missed work, pain, and vehicle damage are involved, these questions matter.
A ridesharing accident lawyer can help you understand what happened, who may be responsible, and how to pursue compensation. Sklare Law Group represents injured passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers after Uber and Lyft accidents in Chicago, IL. Our Chicago personal injury attorneys bring more than 50 years of combined partner experience and a family-founded approach to every case we handle.
How Rideshare Accident Claims Work
Uber and Lyft accident claims can be more complicated than ordinary car accident claims because more than one insurance policy may be involved. Coverage may depend on whether the rideshare driver was off duty, logged into the app, waiting for a ride request, driving to pick up a passenger, or actively transporting a passenger.
In Illinois, rideshare companies are known as Transportation Network Providers. These companies must carry certain insurance coverage, including commercial liability coverage in specific situations. However, rideshare companies often review accident claims closely because their drivers are generally treated as independent contractors rather than employees.
A lawyer can review the details of the crash, identify all possible insurance sources, and help protect your claim from delays or unfair blame.
Who May Be Covered After an Uber or Lyft Accident?
You may have a rideshare accident claim if you were injured as a passenger, pedestrian, cyclist, or driver in another vehicle. The available coverage may vary based on your role in the crash and what the rideshare driver was doing at the time.
Common claims involve:
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Uber or Lyft passengers injured during a ride
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Drivers hit by a rideshare vehicle
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Pedestrians struck by an Uber or Lyft driver
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Cyclists injured by a rideshare vehicle
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People hurt by another driver while riding in an Uber or Lyft
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Families pursuing compensation after a fatal rideshare crash
Passengers are often covered by rideshare company insurance, regardless of whether their Uber or Lyft driver caused the crash. If another vehicle caused the accident, that driver’s policy may also be involved. Sklare Law Group can review the facts and determine which insurance policies may apply.
What Compensation May Be Available?
A rideshare crash can affect your health, income, family, and daily life. Depending on your injuries and losses, compensation may include payment for:
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Emergency care and hospital bills
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Doctor visits and follow-up treatment
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Physical therapy or rehabilitation
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Lost wages
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Reduced earning ability
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Pain and suffering
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Property damage
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Long-term disability or permanent injury
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Wrongful death damages, when applicable
Insurance companies may try to limit what they pay. Having an attorney can help you gather evidence, document your losses, and push for the full compensation available under the law.
What to Do After a Rideshare Accident
Your safety comes first. Call 911 if anyone is hurt, and report the crash to the police. Get medical care as soon as possible, even if your injuries seem minor at first. Some injuries may not feel serious until hours or days later.
If it is safe, collect the rideshare driver’s name, vehicle information, insurance details, app information, and photos of the scene. Ask the officer how to get a copy of the police report. Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies before speaking with a lawyer.
You should also save trip receipts, app screenshots, medical records, repair estimates, and any messages related to the crash.
Why Choose Sklare Law Group for a Ridesharing Accident Lawyer In Chicago, IL?
At Sklare Law Group, we treat our clients like family because we are a family-founded law firm. Our Chicago personal injury attorneys are known for open communication, strong client service, and aggressive representation for injured people and their families.
Our partners have more than 50 years of combined experience handling personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death claims, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, dog bites, nursing home abuse, construction accidents, and head and brain injuries. If a fair settlement is not possible, we are prepared to take the case to trial and fight for the justice you deserve.
We also understand that getting downtown after a serious injury may be difficult. That is why we can visit you at your home or the hospital when needed. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means there is no cost unless we win your case.
Talk to a Chicago Rideshare Accident Lawyer Today
Uber and Lyft accident claims can involve several drivers, insurance companies, and coverage rules. The sooner you get legal guidance, the easier it may be to preserve evidence and understand your options.
Sklare Law Group helps injured rideshare passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers throughout Chicago, IL. Contact us at 312-759-1616 to speak with our team about your free case review.
