What should you know about rideshare accidents in Michigan?
Rideshare traffic concentrates at Detroit Metropolitan Airport, downtown Detroit around Ford Field, Comerica Park and Little Caesars Arena, and in Ann Arbor on game days. Winter road conditions add risk.
Michigan tip: Keep screenshots of your trip — they help sort out which policy applies.
Who may be responsible for a rideshare accident in Michigan?
Responsibility may fall on the rideshare driver, the other driver, or the rideshare company's insurance, depending on the facts. In Michigan, that can include the rideshare driver, the rideshare company's insurer, another driver — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Michigan's 51% bar, your rideshare accident recovery shrinks with your share of fault and stops only if you are found more than half responsible. Read Michigan car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a rideshare accident claim in Michigan?
Generally three years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the rideshare accident. Claims involving Michigan cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.