⚠️ Chicago residents filed 800+ petition signatures against sidewalk delivery robots citing safety concerns.
Chicago Delivery Robot Injury Lawyer
Chicago has seen pilot programs for Starship, Nuro, and other sidewalk delivery robots. Following significant public opposition (800+ petition signatures), the city has approached robot deployment cautiously. When injuries occur, Illinois product liability and negligence law provide remedies.
Public Opposition in Chicago
Chicago residents have raised significant concerns about delivery robots: ADA accessibility on narrow sidewalks, pedestrian safety especially for children and elderly, blocking of pedestrian pathways, and lack of accountability for robot-caused injuries.
Injury Risk Evidence
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute crash testing revealed delivery robots create 50% probability of serious chest injury to children upon collision. Elderly pedestrians face trip-and-fall hazards from stationary or slow-moving robots.
ADA Compliance Issues
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, sidewalks must remain accessible to wheelchair users and those with mobility impairments. Delivery robots blocking paths may violate federal accessibility requirements.
Illinois Liability Law
Under Illinois strict product liability (Restatement § 402A), robot manufacturers are liable for defective designs. Negligence claims may also apply if sensors fail or navigation software malfunctions.
Who Can Be Held Liable
- Starship Technologies or robot manufacturer
- Restaurant or retailer using delivery service
- City of Chicago (if permitted hazardous operations)
- Property owner where incident occurred
Claim Values
- Trip and fall injuries: $10,000-$50,000
- Collision with moderate injury: $25,000-$100,000
- Serious fractures or head trauma: $100,000-$500,000
- Permanent disability: $500,000+
✅ Injured by a delivery robot in Chicago? Call (773) 839-6086 for a free case review.