Chicago Lyft Accident Lawyer

Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys

In large cities like Chicago, rideshare services like Lyft are a popular mode of transportation. But though Lyft may be a more convenient method of traveling than owning a car in a congested city like Chicago, it is not necessarily safer. In fact, research from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business found that rideshare services contributed to a three percent increase in Chicago’s traffic fatalities.

If you or a loved one were injured in a Lyft accident, you may be entitled to compensation. To see if you qualify, contact our Chicago auto accident lawyers online for a free legal consultation or by calling 708-222-2222. Our legal team is available 24/7.

What to Do After a Chicago Lyft Accident

The steps you should follow after an accident involving a Chicago Lyft driver are similar to guidance for any auto accident. They are as follows:

Chicago Lyft passenger holding app prior to accident
  1. Move to a safe location: If it is safe to do so, move yourself and/or your vehicle to the side of the road. If you cannot move your car, turn on your hazard lights.
  2. Collect contact and insurance information from the other drivers: Write down the names, contact information, license plate numbers, and insurance information from all of the drivers involved in the accident.
  3. Take pictures of the scene: Document any damage to the vehicles and nearby property, as well as any visible injuries. This evidence can be helpful when pursuing compensation in the future.
  4. Gather contact information from nearby witnesses: If there were any pedestrians or other drivers who saw your accident, note their names and phone numbers. They could serve as witnesses.
  5. Seek medical attention: Even if you feel you are not seriously hurt, it may be wise to be evaluated by a doctor. Sometimes injuries may not be immediately apparent, particularly if you hit your head. A medical evaluation can ensure your injuries are detected and treated immediately. It can also help to create a document trail that shows you sought medical treatment after your accident. This can help your future claims for compensation.
  6. Contact Lerner & Rowe: Our Chicago Lyft accident lawyers can investigate your accident to help identify the cause of the accident and the potentially negligent driver. Your auto accident attorneys can review camera footage, accident reports, witness statements, property damage, medical records, and more to gather evidence showing how you were injured.

Common Injuries After a Chicago Lyft Accident

Accidents involving Lyft drivers can result in severe injuries and even death. Common injuries may include:

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Pursuing Compensation After A Lyft Accident

Lyft requires that its drivers have personal auto insurance policies. If they are driving when the app is off, any losses are covered by their personal insurance policy.

When the app is on and the Lyft driver is waiting to be matched with a passenger, Lyft provides third-party liability insurance for losses that are not covered by the driver’s personal insurance. This coverage increases when the driver is on their way to pick up a passenger or they are transporting a passenger: Lyft also provides uninsured/underinsured motorist bodily insurance to the driver and their passengers when a ride is officially in progress on the app.

If another driver is at fault for the accident, injured drivers and Lyft passengers may file a lawsuit against the negligent driver to recover additional compensation, including for their pain and suffering. One of our Chicago Lyft accident lawyers can help you navigate the steps to recovering compensation and file a lawsuit against the potentially negligent driver.

What Types of Compensation Am I Eligible For After a Chicago Lyft Accident?

A Chicago Lyft accident lawsuit may result in compensation for the following losses:

  • Medical expenses
  • Loss of wages
  • Loss of earning potential
  • Pain and suffering

One of our Chicago personal injury lawyers can help negotiate for a settlement that will account for your future losses as well. This is critical if you are severely injured and will require long-term care.

If you lost a loved one in a Lyft accident, you may qualify for a wrongful death lawsuit. A wrongful death lawsuit may result in compensation for funeral expenses, medical costs, and loss of support. Contact Lerner & Rowe’s Chicago office to learn more about your eligibility and legal rights during a free legal consultation.

Am I Eligible to File a Chicago Lyft Accident Lawsuit?

If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident involving a Lyft driver and another driver’s negligence caused the accident, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your losses. This applies if you were a passenger in the Lyft vehicle.

Examples of negligence include but are not limited to the following:

  • Speeding
  • Aggressive driving
  • Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • Running a red light
  • Distracted driving (including texting or looking at your phone)
  • Driving while fatigued

Why Hire Lerner & Rowe?

Lerner & Rowe is an award-winning personal injury law firm that has recovered nearly $600 million in the last three years for injured clients. Our national law firm has the resources and 240 years of combined litigation experience to help you seek justice for your injuries after a Chicago Lyft accident.

Contact our Chicago legal team any time of day by calling 708-222-2222 or by requesting a free legal consultation online. You will only pay for our services if we win your case.