Posted on November 08, 2024 in Car Accidents

As food delivery options becomes more and more popular, the amount of accidents caused by food delivery drivers has gone up. Drivers who work for companies like UberEats and DoorDash are usually rushing around from restaurant to restaurant and trying to drop off food as quickly as possible in unfamiliar neighborhoods. This creates a perfect storm of issues like distraction, being in a hurry, and driving unfamiliar routes that can all raise the risk of an accident. Accidents caused by food delivery drivers are often severe enough to cause serious bodily harm to others. If you were injured by a food delivery driver, a dedicated Orland Park, IL car accident lawyer can help you pursue compensation.

Drivers Are in a Rush to Deliver Food 

Drivers working as contractors for national delivery services like GrubHub generally get paid per delivery, and most of their compensation comes in the form of tips. Drivers who deliver food quickly and while it is still hot can get better tips and make more total deliveries while working. This means that these drivers are often in a hurry, causing them to speed or break other traffic laws to get there faster.

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 Posted on October 24, 2024 in Car Accidents

In a typical car accident, there are certain things we expect to happen: both parties pull over, calmly call the police, and exchange information. Unfortunately, not every crash has an orderly, legal aftermath. In some cases, you may end up on the receiving end of a hit-and-run, where the other driver leaves the scene without giving any identifying information. It can be a disorienting experience, and you might stop to question if the other driver is coming back. But once you realize you have become the victim of a hit-and-run, you should start to think ahead about how damages to your car and your own injuries are going to be compensated.

Attorney J. Francis Barker is an Illinois personal injury lawyer who handles a wide range of cases in Cook County, including hit-and-run accidents. He is a solo practitioner who devotes himself completely to his clients, ensuring that they receive strong, driven representation in court. In the immediate aftermath of a hit-and-run, you should take the following steps for your own safety and contact our office to start building your case.

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