Drivers Sue Allstate Over Alleged Underpayment of Rental Car Costs
Case Overview
Two drivers, Jose Arce and Daniel Jackson, filed a class action lawsuit against Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company. They contend that the insurer did not fully reimburse them for rental car expenses incurred after accidents involving drivers with Allstate insurance. Specifically, the plaintiffs claim that Allstate arranged reservations through a preferred vendor, Enterprise, but subsequently paid amounts less than the rates negotiated by the company.
The lawsuit alleges that Allstate breached the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, or alternatively committed promissory estoppel, violating New York General Business Law Section 349 and Alabama's Deceptive Trade Practices Act. The plaintiffs seek to represent a nationwide group of drivers who received reimbursement for rental cars at rates below the negotiated amount after accidents with Allstate-insured drivers.
The plaintiffs are seeking a jury trial and are pursuing class certification, declaratory relief, and various damages. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and the plaintiffs are represented by Adam T. Savett, Chet B. Waldman, and Matthew Insley-Pruitt of Wolf Popper LLP.
,Who May Qualify
Drivers not insured by Allstate who were reimbursed for a rental car at less than the negotiated rate after accidents with Allstate-insured drivers, including subclasses for New York and Alabama.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the lawsuit against and what is the core issue?
The lawsuit is against Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company. The core issue is that the plaintiffs allege Allstate failed to fully reimburse them for rental car expenses after accidents involving Allstate-insured drivers, paying less than the negotiated rates.
What laws are allegedly violated?
The class action lawsuit alleges violations of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and alternatively, promissory estoppel, citing New York General Business Law Section 349 and Alabama's Deceptive Trade Practices Act.
What can affected people do?
The plaintiffs are seeking class certification and are represented by Wolf Popper LLP. The article notes that the plaintiffs are seeking a jury trial and are pursuing class certification.
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