Ebrahim v. Checker Taxi Co.

Plaintiff, Zulfiquar Ebrahim, appeals from the dismissal of his complaint against defendant Checker Taxi Co. and Calumet Insurance Co. On appeal, plaintiff argues the trial court erred in holding defendant was not required to provide plaintiff with uninsured motorist coverage.

We affirm.

According to plaintiff’s complaint, plaintiff leased a taxi from defendant. The following language was included in the leasing agreement:

“Lessor, although not responsible for Lessee’s operation of the Taxicab or damages or injuries resulting therefrom, provides public liability and property damage insurance (or…