If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in Chicago, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in Chicago, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in Chicago or the greater Chicagoland area – you may be eligible to file a Chicago motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Chicago at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file a Chicago bike accident lawsuit.
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Chicago is one of the nation’s largest construction centers.
Thousands of men and women work on sites across the city and metropolitan area on tasks ranging from skilled trades to administrative operations.
Unfortunately, construction site accidents are fairly common.
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Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
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If you are a resident of Chicago, or the greater Chicagoland area, and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in Chicago you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in Edwardsville, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in Edwardsville, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in Edwardsville – you may be eligible to file an Edwardsville motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Edwardsville at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file an Edwardsville bike accident lawsuit.
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Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
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When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries on someone else’s property in Edwardsville IL, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
If property owners fail to keep their premises safe, and their negligence leads to injuries, property damages or other losses as a result of an accident or incident, a premises liability lawsuit may be possible.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in St. Louis, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in St. Louis, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in St. Louis or the greater St. Louis area – you may be eligible to file a St. Louis motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in St. Louis at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file a St. Louis bike accident lawsuit.
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St. Louis is one of the nation’s largest construction centers.
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When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
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Tepezza, approved by the FDA in 2020, is used to treat Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), but some patients have reported hearing issues after its use.
The Tepezza lawsuit claims that Horizon Therapeutics failed to warn patients about the potential risks and side effects of the drug, leading to hearing loss and other problems, such as tinnitus.
You may be eligible to file a Tepezza Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Tepezza and subsequently suffered permanent hearing loss or tinnitus.
Elmiron, a drug prescribed for interstitial cystitis, has been linked to serious eye damage and vision problems in scientific studies.
Thousands of Elmiron Lawsuits have been filed against Janssen Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer, alleging that the company failed to warn patients about the potential risks.
You may be eligible to file an Elmiron Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Elmiron and subsequently suffered vision loss, blindness, or any other eye injury linked to the prescription drug.
Suboxone, a medication often used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD), has become a vital tool which offers a safer and more controlled approach to managing opioid addiction.
Despite its widespread use, Suboxone has been linked to severe tooth decay and dental injuries.
Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuits claim that the companies failed to warn about the risks of tooth decay and other dental injuries associated with Suboxone sublingual films.
The chemotherapy drug Taxotere, commonly used for breast cancer treatment, has been linked to severe eye injuries, permanent vision loss, and permanent hair loss.
Taxotere Lawsuits are being filed by breast cancer patients and others who have taken the chemotherapy drug and subsequently developed vision problems.
If you or a loved one used Taxotere and subsequently developed vision damage or other related medical problems, you may be eligible to file a Taxotere Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
Tylenol (Acetaminophen), one of the most popular over the counter medications for pain relief and high fever, has been associated with an increased risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and other developmental disorders in children exposed to Acetaminophen during pregnancy.
You may be eligible to file a Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawsuit / Acetaminophen Autism ADHD Claim if you or a loved one used Tylenol and/ or Acetaminophen during pregnancy, and your child was subsequently diagnosed with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Recent scientific studies have found that the use of chemical hair straightening products, hair relaxers, and other hair products present an increased risk of uterine cancer, endometrial cancer, breast cancer, and other health problems.
Legal action is being taken against manufacturers and producers of these hair products for their failure to properly warn consumers of potential health risks.
You may be eligible to file a Hair Straightener Cancer Lawsuit if you or a loved one used chemical hair straighteners, hair relaxers, or other similar hair products, and subsequently were diagnosed with:
Nearly 200,000 Exactech hip, knee and ankle implants have been recalled due to packaging errors that can lead to the breakdown of parts vital to the device’s function.
Injuries related to recalled Exactech joint replacement devices may require patients to undergo revision surgery.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an Exactech implant device, you may be entitled to financial compensation by filing an Exactech Implant Lawsuit.
Patients with the PowerPort devices may possibly be at a higher risk of serious complications or injury due to a catheter failure, according to lawsuits filed against the manufacturers of the Bard PowerPort Device.
If you or a loved one have been injured by a Bard PowerPort Device, you may be eligible to file a Bard PowerPort Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
The Paragard IUD, a non-hormonal birth control device, has been linked to serious complications, including device breakage during removal.
Numerous lawsuits have been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Paragard, alleging that the company failed to warn about the potential risks.
If you or a loved one used a Paragard IUD and subsequently suffered complications and/or injuries, you may qualify for a Paragard Lawsuit.
Although pressure cookers were designed to be safe and easy to use, a number of these devices have been found to have a defect that can lead to excessive buildup of internal pressure.
The excessive pressure may result in an explosion that puts users at risk of serious injuries such as burns, lacerations, an even electrocution.
If your pressure cooker exploded and caused substantial burn injuries or other serious injuries, you may be eligible to file a Pressure Cooker Lawsuit and secure financial compensation for your injuries and damages.
Several studies have found a correlation between heavy social media use and mental health challenges, especially among younger users.
Social media harm lawsuits claim that social media companies are responsible for onsetting or heightening mental health problems, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other negative experiences of teens and children
You may be eligible to file a Social Media Mental Health Lawsuit if you are the parents of a teen, or teens, who attribute their use of social media platforms to their mental health problems.
Vaginal Mesh Lawsuits are being filed against manufacturers of transvaginal mesh products for injuries, pain and suffering, and financial costs related to complications and injuries of these medical devices.
Over 100,000 Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuits have been filed on behalf of women injured by vaginal mesh and pelvic mesh products.
If you or a loved one have suffered serious complications or injuries from vaginal mesh, you may be eligible to file a Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit.
Camp Lejeune, a military base in North Carolina, experienced water contamination between 1953 and 1987, exposing over one million residents to harmful chemicals.
The water contamination has been linked to various health issues, including cancers, birth defects, and other diseases — leading to the filing of the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit.
You may qualify for the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit if you lived or worked at Camp Lejeune for 30+ days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987 and have since suffered health effects from the decades of water contamination that occurred.
AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) is a firefighting foam that has been linked to various health issues, including cancer, due to its PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) content.
Numerous AFFF Lawsuits have been filed against AFFF manufacturers, alleging that they knew about the health risks but failed to warn the public.
AFFF Firefighting Foam lawsuits aim to hold manufacturers accountable for putting peoples’ health at risk.
You may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit if you or a loved one was exposed to firefighting foam and subsequently developed cancer.
Paraquat, a widely-used herbicide, has been linked to Parkinson’s disease, leading to numerous Paraquat Parkinson’s Disease Lawsuits against its manufacturers for failing to warn about the risks of chronic exposure.
Due to its toxicity, the EPA has restricted the use of Paraquat and it is currently banned in over 30 countries.
You may be eligible to file a Paraquat Lawsuit if you or a loved one were exposed to Paraquat and subsequently diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease or other related health conditions.
Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer primarily caused by exposure to asbestos.
Asbestos trust funds were established in the 1970s to compensate workers harmed by asbestos-containing products.
These funds are designed to pay out claims to those who developed mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases due to exposure.
Those exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma may be eligible to file a Mesothelioma Lawsuit.
PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) are man-made chemicals that were widely used in various industries until they were banned in 1979 due to their toxic nature and potential health risks.
Exposure to PCBs can lead to serious health issues, including cancer, reproductive problems, and immune system disorders.
PCB Exposure Lawsuits claim that manufacturers knew about the dangers but failed to warn the public, leading to numerous PCB exposure settlements and verdicts in favor of the victims.
The Roundup Lawsuit claims that Monsanto’s popular weed killer, Roundup, causes cancer.
Numerous studies have linked the main ingredient, glyphosate, to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Leukemia, and other Lymphatic cancers.
Despite this, Monsanto continues to deny these claims.
Victims of Roundup exposure who developed cancer are filing Roundup Lawsuits against Monsanto, seeking compensation for medical expenses, pain, and suffering.
Studies have found a link between toxic baby formula and Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) — a severe intestinal condition in premature infants.
Parents and guardians are filing NEC Lawsuits against baby formula manufacturers, alleging that the formulas contain harmful ingredients leading to NEC.
Despite the claims, Abbott and Mead Johnson deny the allegations, arguing that their products are thoroughly researched and dismissing the scientific evidence linking their formulas to NEC, while the FDA issued a warning to Abbott regarding safety concerns of a formula product.
You may be eligible to file a Toxic Baby Formula NEC Lawsuit if your child received baby bovine-based (cow’s milk) baby formula in the maternity ward or NICU of a hospital and was subsequently diagnosed with Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC).
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries as a result of an Uber accident in the Chicago area, you may be entitled to compensation through legal action.
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Rideshare company, Uber, has gained immense popularity over the last few years.
But in Chicago, Uber has been long-established.
Not surprisingly, the City of Chicago was at the forefront of the technology.
Chicago became the first city outside of the west coast to launch the service.
Uber took over the rideshare and taxi service market in Chicago in a very short period of time.
The quick rise to popularity caused some flaws with Uber in Chicago – unqualified drivers, dangerous drivers, flaws in accident coverage and accident prevention, and other logistical errors.
While many of these kinks have been worked out, Chicago uber accidents still occur on a regular basis.
If you are involved in one of these accidents, you should contact an Uber accident lawyer Chicago to see if you qualify for compensation for your injuries or any damages that you incur.
In 2011, rideshare company Uber launched its services in Chicago.
Since then, Uber has expanded extensively which has caused issues throughout the city including:
Reckless and careless driving by a rideshare driver can result in a Chicago Uber lawsuit.
If you were injured in an Uber accident, contact TorHoerman Law to talk with an accident lawyer.
Our firm offers free, no-obligation case consolations for anyone who has been involved in a rideshare accident.
With the rise of the smartphone came apps that intended to make life simpler for its users, and of those apps, there were a few designed to transport passengers from one place to another seamlessly and effectively.
One of the most popular and well-known is Uber, but there are other rideshare apps, too, yet none that seem to have a grasp on the industry like Uber.
To use either app, you first need to download Uber from the app store.
Once downloaded, you create a profile and upload your credit card information.
Next time you are in need of a ride, pull up the app on your phone.
It will pinpoint your exact location using GPS technology and you can input the name or address of your destination.
Then, it will put out a request to drivers in the area and someone will confirm your request.
Within minutes, a driver will arrive to pick you up and take you to your destination.
The idea behind the technology is to streamline the transportation industry and make getting from point A to point B easier for the user, but it is not without problems.
Getting into a car with a stranger can be potentially dangerous for many reasons including reckless or distracted driving, potential car accidents, sexual misconduct, and assault, or discrimination.
While the possibilities are frightening, they are all too real when trusting a stranger to drive you to your destination.
More than ever, it is important to always pay attention to your surroundings.
If you are in an accident while riding in an Uber in Chicago, dial 911 and call the police immediately.
If the accident is not an emergency because there are no life-threatening injuries or the accident is not blocking traffic, call the Chicago Police non-emergency number.
If within city limits, dial 311.
If outside city limits, call 312-746-6000 and a dispatcher will be there to take your call.
After contacting emergency personnel, begin documenting all evidence. This includes:
Rideshare companies keep track of all GPS data, but it is important to record all details to share with your Chicago Uber accident lawyer later on.
Once law enforcement has completed documenting the accident and talking with all individuals involved, request a copy of the police report for your records.
While our firm can obtain a copy at a later date for your case, it will move the process along quicker if you already have one saved.
If you received any medical treatment, keep a detailed record of each treatment and any medical bills incurred.
Tracking all of the details will better help your case and keep it organized.
While all drivers are vetted by the rideshare company prior to being granted approval to drive, that does not guarantee the drivers are upstanding individuals, especially because mistakes can be made by Uber when conducting background checks.
If you were assaulted by a Chicago Uber driver or another Uber passenger, it is important to first get to a safe place and contact police immediately to file a report.
Once you have spoken with law enforcement, consult a medical professional to diagnose and treat any injuries you may have received as a result of the assault.
Keep a record of all treated injuries, diagnoses, and medical bills.
Then, contact an experienced and knowledgable assault or sexual assault attorney.
Up until May 2018, Uber had strict rules requiring passengers and drivers to settle all legal matters with private attorneys and confidential settlements involving sexual assault allegations.
These rules have since changed due to an outcry from the public.
At TorHoerman Law, our Uber accident lawyer Chicago team will be able to guide you in filing a lawsuit.
We are here to help and answer any questions you may have.
While a hotbed discussion throughout the country, harassment and discrimination are very real issues that do not exclude Uber services.
While each driver is vetted prior to driving for either company, it is a possibility that a passenger may be discriminated against based on race, gender, ethnicity, or sexual orientation by either an Uber driver or passenger.
In bustling metropolises, Chicago Uber offers the option of Uber Pools, which essentially allows multiple passengers to carpool if going to similar destinations.
In Chicago, this has been a benefit in reducing the congestion on busy, downtown streets, but it also can put passengers at risk because they are now sharing a ride with unknown individuals.
The risk raises the possibility that a passenger could be either assaulted or harassed by another.
If you find yourself being harassed, remove yourself from the situation as safely and quickly as possible.
If able, record the event as evidence of the discrimination.
Once in a safe place, call the police to report the incident.
Obtain a copy of the police report for your own records and contact an attorney to help guide you through the lawsuit process.
In the City of Chicago, it is required that all rideshare drivers follow the “transportation network provider” rules established by the City in the TNP Ordinance, which include:
The TNP Chauffeur License can be obtained by taking a class online, but without it, the driver is not legally able to drive for Uber.
Additionally, the companies specifically require that all rideshare driver’s cars are no more than six years old, or else the vehicle must be inspected semi-annually.
The goal of the ordinance is to provide safe rides to passengers by requiring drivers to follow a strict set of rules and regulate surge pricing by including a notice on the apps.
Acquiring the correct insurance coverage is also a requirement, but it is often overlooked by drivers.
Failure to acquire the correct insurance as an Uber driver can be a prohibitive and costly mistake, both for the driver and passenger if an accident were to ever occur.
It is important to pay attention to Illinois law and requirements before becoming a driver for Uber because it could save you a substantial amount of money down the road.
In addition to specific Chicago laws, the State of Illinois has legislation in place that regulates the ridesharing industry.
In 2014, the first regulations were passed to legally manage the companies and drivers, and in 2016 and 2018, those regulations were expanded further.
While Chicago maintains adherence to strict requirements by both drivers and the rideshare companies, its rules and regulations are not the strongest in the country.
Individuals wishing to drive for either company must submit their first name, social security number, and birth date in order to apply.
The law mandating the required information went into effect on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in order to hold rideshare companies to the same standard other licensed transportations services must uphold.
Specifically, the City of Chicago allowed Uber to forgo fingerprinting drivers but instead required them to conduct background checks on drivers through a national, state, and local database which made sure the drivers did not have criminal records, recent moving violations, or did not show up in sex offender registries.
However, it appeared that the company took a relaxed position on the requirements and were caught conducting inadequate background checks.
As a result, Uber, and other rideshare companies agreed to pay a $10.4 million fine that would then be used to enhance mentoring programs for at-risk youth in the City.
It was, at that time, the largest ever imposed fine for violations of that kind, but did benefit the City in a positive manner.
Once approved by the company, the driver must hold specific insurance policies.
The policy must include commercial insurance of $50,000 per person and $100,000 for death and personal injury per incident.
If the accident resulted in the destruction of property, the driver must hold a minimum of $25,000 of coverage.
While Uber does provide liability insurance to all drivers in the form of a $1 million insurance policy, there can be gaps in what is covered.
In Illinois, Uber provides varying degrees of insurance depending on if a driver is en route to pick up a passenger, transporting a passenger to their destination, or simply waiting for a ride request.
Personal insurance providers often will not cover any accidents that occur while driving for ridesharing companies without additional fees, and many, will not cover it at all because using your personal vehicle for service is considered a commercial entity.
It is important for drivers to understand the differences and talk with insurance providers before driving for Uber in Chicago.
The lack of quality insurance for rideshare drivers has sparked a movement of “rideshare endorsements” which essentially cover the gap between the liability insurance offered by Uber.
But according to NBC 5 Chicago, many drivers opt out of the coverage, putting passengers at risk.
As a passenger, it would be helpful to ask your driver about their coverage for any future accidents.
It is better to be over-prepared than not prepared at all for the risks that come with using the rideshare platform.
The bill also includes a zero-tolerance policy and drug and alcohol use.
However, the restrictions and requirements do not prevent problems from occurring.
In May 2017, an Uber driver in a suburb of Chicago was charged with aggravated DUI after driving a passenger.
The passenger called the police for a well-being check after the driver’s behavior began to worry about the passenger.
The incident, not uncommon throughout the country, is one that also raises concerns.
If you suspect that a driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, remove yourself from the situation as quickly and safely as possible and call the police.
Not only should the driver not be using the app, but they also should not be on the roads where they could cause injuries or death not only to themselves but to others.
If you were in an accident and the driver did not adhere to the requirements of the transportation network provider rules by failing to have a valid chauffeur’s license, the necessary insurance coverage, or was otherwise acting inappropriately or recklessly, you may qualify for a Uber lawsuit.
The next step would be to contact an Uber accident lawyer Chicago.
According to the City of Chicago, there are more than 67,000 active rideshare drivers in the City.
The increase in drivers has led to a significant number of issues – congestion on streets, a loss in earnings for rideshare drivers, and a decrease in the number of passengers of taxi companies.
A big issue is the lack of timeliness of rideshare passengers which has led to backed up traffic on streets while Uber drivers wait.
Drivers resort to double parking or sitting in the middle of the street to wait for passengers, but the end result is a line of congested Chicago streets.
Before rideshare apps, a passenger went to the street to hail a cab, but with an Uber, you can request a ride from the comfort of your couch, and the driver may arrive before you are ready to go.
Regardless of the reason, the City of Chicago is becoming overcrowded with Uber cars.
In response to a large number of drivers, both rideshare and taxi drivers have banded together to seek legislation limiting the number of individuals eligible to drive for Uber which could help increase earnings for all drivers and decrease congestion on the streets of Chicago. Protests began at City Hall in October 2018 to point out the need for a driver limit and initiate a conversation among city residents and politicians.
While this is an ongoing matter, the idea is similar to legislation recently passed in New York City.
Faced with the same issues, city officials passed regulations that established a one-year moratorium on new for-hire vehicle licenses.
It is likely that metropolitan areas around the area will follow suit.
If you were injured in an accident, sexually assaulted, or harassed in an Uber, it is important that you follow all of the necessary steps of calling law enforcement and seeking medical treatment.
After completing those steps, contact an experienced Uber accident lawyer Chicago, IL.
At TorHoerman Law, our team of professional lawyers and staff can help you navigate the legal system and answer any questions you may have related to an Uber accident lawsuit.
Yes.
You should stay even if you didn’t suffer an injury.
The police will want to talk to you to get your account of what happened.
Also, if you suffer adverse effects as a result of the accident down the road, it’s important that you have documented evidence of the accident which includes pictures and contact information for everyone involved.
You should report the accident to Uber in order to document the time frame the accident occurred but should take not take further action beyond that.
In order to fully protect your legal rights which you may have against the ridesharing company which you used, we would recommend that you consult with and retain a licensed attorney who can then communicate directly on your behalf.
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They helped my elderly uncle receive compensation for the loss of his wife who was administered a dangerous drug. He consulted with this firm because of my personal recommendation and was very pleased with the compassion, attention to detail and response he received. Definitely recommend this firm for their 5 star service.
When I wanted to join the Xarelto class action lawsuit, I chose TorrHoerman Law from a search of a dozen or so law firm websites. I was impressed with the clarity of the information they presented. I gave them a call, and was again impressed, this time with the quality of our interactions.
TorHoerman Law is an awesome firm to represent anyone that has been involved in a case that someone has stated that it's too difficult to win. The entire firm makes you feel like you’re part of the family, Tor, Eric, Jake, Kristie, Chad, Tyler, Kathy and Steven are the best at what they do.
TorHorman Law is awesome
I can’t say enough how grateful I was to have TorHoerman Law help with my case. Jacob Plattenberger is very knowledgeable and an amazing lawyer. Jillian Pileczka was so patient and kind, helping me with questions that would come up. Even making sure my special needs were taken care of for meetings.
TorHoerman Law fights for justice with their hardworking and dedicated staff. Not only do they help their clients achieve positive outcomes, but they are also generous and important pillars of the community with their outreach and local support. Thank you THL!
Hands down one of the greatest group of people I had the pleasure of dealing with!
A very kind and professional staff.
Very positive experience. Would recommend them to anyone.
A very respectful firm.
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