Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have become common on Northbrook roads, offering convenience and an alternative to traditional taxis or driving yourself. With more rideshare vehicles on the streets, many wonder whether they make our roads safer or contribute to more accidents. Some believe ridesharing reduces the risk of drunk driving, while others think…
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What You Should Do If You’re in a Rideshare Accident
The increasing prevalence of ridesharing over the last decade has been undeniably convenient for millions in Illinois and nationwide. However, as the fleets of companies such as Uber and Lyft increase, road users are at an ever-more elevated risk of being involved in an accident with a rideshare vehicle. Those who suffer injuries in a…
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What to Do if You Are Hit By a Rideshare Driver as a Pedestrian
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft revolutionized transportation in Illinois, offering convenience and flexibility for passengers. However, with more rideshare vehicles on Northbrook roads, pedestrian accidents involving these drivers have also increased. If a rideshare driver hits you while you’re walking, jogging, or crossing the street, you may face serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and…
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Who Pays in a Rideshare Accident?
Ride-sharing services, such as Uber and Lyft, have become popular ways of getting around. In many ways, they are much easier than trying to get a taxi, particularly in cities that do not have prominent and reliable taxi services. From a legal standpoint, rideshare services present several complex issues. For instance, rideshare drivers work as…
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