Chicago Woman Warns of Arbitration Clauses After Rideshare Crash
Jaleigh Nelson, a Chicago resident, was involved in a car accident while riding in a Lyft vehicle in late 2025. The accident occurred near the 'Six Corners' intersection in the Portage Park neighborhood when the Lyft driver failed to yield, resulting in a collision with another car. Nelson suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital. She is now undergoing physical therapy for neck and shoulder injuries. Nelson's attorney, Michael Sorich, highlights the issue of arbitration clauses in rideshare apps like Lyft, Uber, and Curb, which require users to waive their rights to a jury trial in favor of arbitration. Sorich argues that jury trials typically result in higher payouts for victims compared to arbitration. The Illinois Supreme Court is currently reviewing a similar case involving Uber. 
