Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are convenient, but when something goes wrong, getting compensated after a crash can be complicated. Whether you were a rideshare passenger on Bay Street, struck by a Lyft downtown, or hit while walking near Forsyth Park, you may be entitled to compensation.
At Ted Law Firm, we help rideshare passengers, drivers, pedestrians, and other motorists recover after Uber and Lyft accidents in Savannah, Pooler, Garden City, and across Chatham County. We handle the legal complexity so you can focus on healing.
Who Can File a Rideshare Accident Claim?
You may be entitled to compensation if you were:
- A passenger injured during an Uber or Lyft trip
- A driver or passenger in another vehicle hit by a rideshare car
- A rideshare driver hurt due to someone else’s negligence
- A pedestrian or cyclist struck by a rideshare vehicle
We investigate every crash and identify the insurance coverage that applies.
How Rideshare Insurance Coverage Works
Uber and Lyft use tiered insurance coverage based on the driver’s status:
Coverage depends on what the driver was doing:
- App off – Only the driver’s personal auto insurance applies.
- App on, waiting for a ride – Limited coverage (typically $50,000 per person / $100,000 per accident).
- En route to a rider or during a trip – Up to $1 million in commercial liability coverage.
We determine the applicable coverage and file the right claims to protect your case.
Common Injuries in Rideshare Accidents
Rideshare crashes can result in serious injuries especially when high speeds or busy intersections are involved.
We represent victims suffering from:
- Head and brain injuries (TBI, concussions)
- Spinal cord damage or herniated discs
- Broken bones and fractures
- Internal injuries and organ damage
- Whiplash and soft tissue trauma
- Emotional distress and PTSD
- Wrongful death (for fatal rideshare crashes)
We work closely with your medical providers and experts to assess the full scope of your injury and long-term care needs.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
If you were hurt in a rideshare crash, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Emergency medical care and hospitalization
- Surgery, rehab, and long-term treatment
- Lost income and reduced future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and anxiety
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Property damage (if your vehicle was involved)
- Funeral expenses (in fatal accident cases)
We fight to maximize your recovery not just accept the insurance company’s first offer.
Why Rideshare Cases Are Complex
Uber and Lyft classify drivers as independent contractors, which means they often deny liability. These cases may involve multiple insurers and conflicting policies.
At Ted Law Firm, we handle:
- Investigations into driver status and accident details
- Identification of applicable coverage
- Negotiations with rideshare and auto insurance carriers
- Litigation when the insurance company won’t pay fairly
We manage every part of your case so you can focus on recovery.
We represent clients in Savannah, Pooler, Garden City, Port Wentworth, and across Chatham County.
Talk to a Savannah Rideshare Accident Lawyer Today
Rideshare companies and insurers won’t look out for you, but we will. Let us fight for the full compensation you deserve after an Uber or Lyft crash. We proudly serve clients across all of South Carolina and Georgia including Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Myrtle Beach, and Atlanta. No matter where you are in either state, we’re here to help. And remember: you don’t pay a dime unless we win your case. There’s no risk just experienced support from a team you can trust. You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
