Jared Hoffa (Jaredhoffa)

For those who missed the live stream you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/jGt_V413kB4?t=404

Absolutely! Anything rideshare-related. 

All you need to do is go to our Facebook page on that day/time and watch live. If you have any questions you can just type them into the chat and we'll answer them.  

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Of course! It's a great way for us to be able answer questions right away. 

Typically, there's repercussions for drivers who don't carry insurance. For example, in Illinois you'd be fined up to $1000, have a suspended drivers license and $100 reinstatement fee. If that person hit you, that's when you can file an Uninsured Motorist claim as explained above.  

Because you reported it, Uber will still be aware of the accident and that's the most important. If the passenger doesn't report it, it could slow things down. Ideally, you want to already have his contact info, so the insurance and/or attorneys can reach him down the road, should he not willingly report the crash or participate.

Absolutely. We actually did a video not too long ago explaining each period and when you're covered: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZN9JHwjLu8 

It feels inconvenient at the time, but it really does make a difference. Plus they're trained to know what to file and how to handle the accident report.  

#3 is tough and we understand situations happen where you can't always do what you should.  Yes, "Unless told to do so" would be dictated by law enforcement.  Really our focus is to make sure drivers get enough information to have them covered and these are the best steps to do that. We made this checklist after we noticed a trend of drivers not gathering enough information after an accident.

Different cities have different names for them, but in Chicago Divvy is a bike rental like Lime Bikes or Motivate. 

LegalRideshare's focus is mostly geared toward rideshare issues, however we're always happy to see if we can help outside that scope and if not, can refer you to another firm. 

A lot of times yes. That's why it's important to get their info before they jump out and switch cars. 

All you need to do is go to our Facebook page on that day/time and watch live. If you have any questions you can just type them into the chat and we'll answer them.  

If you RSVP to the event, you'll get a reminder:  https://www.facebook.com/events/2509295832646227/