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Our Illinois Uber/Lyft lawyers file sexual assault lawsuits for rideshare abuse victims. Illinois Uber/Lyft lawsuits claim rideshare companies failed to perform adequate background checks on drivers or warn passengers of the sexual assault risk.
As such, IL rideshare passengers sexually assaulted by an Uber/Lyft driver may be eligible to claim a cash settlement.
Illinois Uber/Lyft Lawyers Advocate for Sexual Assault Victims
Our team of Illinois Uber/Lyft assault attorneys has represented thousands of victims of dangerous consumer products. In doing so, we have recovered millions of dollars in settlement funds on their behalf.
However, we only pursue compensation from rideshare companies and their affiliates, and do not file claims against our clients’ assailants, employers or medical providers.
No Legal Fee Unless You Obtain a Settlement
While compensation may be available to qualified rideshare claimants, victims are urged to act promptly. The #1 claim Illinois Uber/Lyft passengers can make for sexual assault compensation is one filed within the Statute of Limitations. (Follow this link for our latest information on the Uber-Lyft Multi-District Litigation.)
Our Illinois Uber and Lyft sexual abuse lawyers are available to review claims now. We offer a free case evaluation to confirm the use of a qualified rideshare company and the occurrence of driver abuse. Further, we never charge a legal fee unless a financial recovery is obtained for our client.
Contact our Illinois Uber/Lyft driver assault lawyers today.
Illinois Uber-Lyft Lawyers File Sexual Assault Lawsuits Statewide
7th Circuit Uber/Lyft Assault Claims in Illinois
Illinois is part of the Seventh Circuit of the federal court system, and individual Uber/Lyft assault lawsuits can be filed at its local U.S. District Court. Abusive-driver appeals are heard by the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
However, federal Uber/Lyft lawsuits filed in Illinois may be transferred to a centralized jurisdiction pursuant to a sexual assault Multi-District Litigation (MDL) Transfer Order. (Follow this link for our additional information on 7th Circuit Uber-Lyft assault compensation.)
Illinois State Uber/Lyft Assault Claims
Illinois Uber/Lyft lawyers can also file sexual assault lawsuits in the State’s county courts (IL Courts website). Chapter 735 of the Illinois Compiled Statutes sets forth the State’s procedural law for passenger abuse claims.
The State of Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence rule. Accordingly, an Illinois Uber/Lyft lawyer can recover damages for wrongful conduct by rideshare companies provided the plaintiff is less than 50% at fault. However, the passenger’s recovery is reduced by their own degree of fault (if any).
Follow this link for a report on faulty activity associated with rideshare apps published by ABC News 7 of Chicago.
Pertinent claim filing information is provided below.
Chicago Courts for Northern IL Uber-Lyft Assault Lawsuits
Chicago and Rockford area Uber and Lyft passengers can file federal sexual assault lawsuits at these two (2) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (ILND website). Thirty-four (34) active judges and fourteen (14) magistrates preside over the ILND’s resolution of driver assault claims.
In addition, the 9.8 million residents of Northern IL can file state court Uber and Lyft lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses.
Chicago Metropolitan Area
Chicago area Uber/Lyft riders include employees or family of those working in finance, technology, and commerce. Illinois Uber/Lyft lawyers can file sexual assault lawsuits for victimized passengers from the County of Cook in Chicago, DuPage in Wheaton and Naperville, Lake in Waukegan, Kane in Geneva and Aurora, Will in Joliet, and Kendall in Yorkville. In addition, Cook County Uber/Lyft lawyers can file claims for sexual assault victims from Arlington Heights, Evanston, Schaumburg, Elgin, and Cicero, IL.
Fox River & Rock River Areas
Fox River and Rock River area Uber/Lyft lawyers can file sexual assault lawsuits in the County of McHenry in Woodstock, Winnebago in Rockford, DeKalb in Sycamore, and LaSalle in Ottawa. In addition, Uber/Lyft lawsuits can be filed for sexual assault victims in the County of Boone in Belvidere, Ogle in Oregon, Lee in Dixon, Grundy in Morris, Stephenson in Freeport, and Jo Daviess in Galena, IL.
Springfield & Peoria Courts for Central IL Uber-Lyft Assault Lawsuits
Springfield, Peoria, Urbana and Rock Island area Uber and Lyft passengers can file federal sexual assault lawsuits at these four (4) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois (ILCD website). Seven (7) active judges, one (1) senior (semi-retired) judge, and one (1) magistrate preside over the ILCD’s resolution of driver assault claims.
In addition, the 2 million residents of Central IL can file state court Uber and Lyft lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses. Specifically, Central Illinois Uber and Lyft lawyers can file sexual assault lawsuits in Peoria as well as Sangamon County in Springfield, IL.
West-Central Illinois
West-Central Illinois, which thrives on its river trade, agriculture, and historical charm, maintains a rural and small-town identity. However, Uber and Lyft lawyers can additionally file claims here in the County of Rock Island near Moline, Adams in Quincy, McDonough in Macomb, Fulton in Lewistown, Knox in Galesburg, and Tazewell in Pekin, IL.
East-Central Illinois
East-Central Illinois, which is more urbanized and may see a higher rate of rideshare use, is driven by education and innovation helmed by the University of Illinois. The diverse group of residents here can file Uber and Lyft cases in the County of Champaign in Urbana, McLean in Bloomington-Normal, Macon in Decatur, Vermilion in Danville, Coles in Charleston, and Iroquois in Watseka, IL.
East St. Louis Courts for Southern IL Uber-Lyft Assault Lawsuits
East St. Louis and Benton area Uber and Lyft passengers can file federal sexual assault lawsuits at these two (2) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois (ILSD website). Five (5) active judges and three (3) magistrates preside over the ILSD’s resolution of driver assault claims.
In addition, the 1.3 million residents of Southern IL can file state court Uber and Lyft lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses.
Southwestern Illinois
Southwestern Illinois, bordering the Mississippi River and populated by the urbanized Metro East, has an industrial and retail economy that employs Uber and Lyft passengers in the nearby city of St. Louis. Uber and Lyft lawyers can file sexual assault lawsuits here in the County of St. Clair in Belleville and Madison in Edwardsville, as well as Macoupin in Carlinville, Randolph in Chester and Monroe in Waterloo, IL.
Southeastern Illinois
Southeastern Illinois features flatter terrain and the Wabash and Ohio Rivers. As such, its economy includes rideshare users working in agriculture, coal mining, and outdoor tourism around Shawnee National Forest and Cave-in-Rock State Park. Residents here can have their Uber and Lyft claims filed in the County of Franklin County in Benton, Jackson in Murphysboro and Little Egypt, Jefferson in Mount Vernon, Marion in Salem, Effingham, and Fayette in Vandalia, IL.
Illinois Sexual Assault Treatment Centers of Prominence
Illinois Uber/Lyft lawyers rely on accurate medical records when pursuing a sexual assault claim. Prominent sexual assault treatment centers in Illinois are known to produce some of the most professional and streamlined records in the state.
- Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services
- Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault (Statewide)
- Rape Crisis Center (Urbana, Champaign County)
- Metro East Every Survivor Counts (St. Louis Metro Area, Madison & St. Clair Counties)
- Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault (Central Illinois, Sangamon County)
Rideshare passengers treated for sexual assault at a facility on our list should talk to an Illinois Uber/Lyft lawyer without delay.
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