What should you know about rideshare accidents in Ohio?
Pick-up and drop-off congestion builds at John Glenn Columbus International, Cleveland Hopkins and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky airport, on Ohio State game days around Ohio Stadium, and in nightlife districts such as Columbus's Short North and Cleveland's East 4th Street. Sudden stops in travel lanes and drivers watching their phone for the next request lead to many rear-end and sideswipe collisions.
Ohio tip: Screenshot the trip receipt, driver name and plate before the ride drops out of your recent history.
Who may be responsible for a rideshare accident in Ohio?
Responsibility may fall on the rideshare driver, the other driver, or the rideshare company's insurance, depending on the facts. In Ohio, that can include the rideshare driver, the rideshare company's insurer, another driver — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Ohio'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 Ohio car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a rideshare accident claim in Ohio?
Generally two years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the rideshare accident. Claims involving Ohio cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.