Category: Motor Vehicle Accidents

You may wonder what to do after a rideshare accident. When the accident took place during the trip, who was at fault (the driver or a third party), and whether the driver has insurance can affect how you should handle your personal injury claim after a ride-sharing car accident. It's important to establish liability to seek compensation, which involves determining who was responsible for the accident and gathering evidence to demonstrate their negligence.

What happens when an uninsured driver hits you? After an accident with an uninsured driver, you can sue that driver for damages or file an uninsured motorist claim with your own insurer. Unfortunately, car crashes are a frequent and perilous occurrence on the roads of Illinois. If you are injured due to another driver's negligence or recklessness, you usually depend on their insurance to receive compensation. However, there are situations where the other driver lacks sufficient insurance coverage to provide you with fair compensation.

After an accident, you may wonder, “how much is my rideshare accident worth?” There is no set average settlement amount for rideshare accidents. Settlements are determined based on the extent of injuries, medical costs, and lost income. Those involved in accidents must know common settlement amounts, as this knowledge can help them understand what they may receive to aid in their recovery. Settlements can assist in covering medical expenses, compensating for time away from work, and supporting ongoing care or rehabilitation. 

Is Lyft liable for an accident? Given the details of the accident and Lyft's legal responsibility under Illinois law, holding Lyft liable may be possible if the Lyft driver caused the accident due to distracted driving or violating traffic laws, if the incident happened while Lyft's insurance was active, or if Lyft’s actions were negligent. This could include insufficient background checks or training. For help with a Lyft accident claim, contact Lloyd Miller Law Group at (773) 838-8100.