Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are common throughout Spartanburg, especially near Wofford College, downtown venues, and local shopping centers. But when a rideshare trip ends in a crash, the injuries can be serious, and the legal process confusing.
At Ted Law Firm, we represent passengers, pedestrians, and drivers who have been injured in rideshare accidents across Spartanburg County. Whether you were in an Uber, hit by one, or driving your own vehicle, we’ll help you navigate insurance disputes and recover the compensation you’re owed.
Who Can File a Rideshare Accident Claim?
Rideshare-related injury claims can involve several types of victims:
- Uber or Lyft passengers injured in a crash
- Pedestrians or cyclists struck by a rideshare vehicle
- Drivers or passengers in another vehicle hit by a rideshare driver
- Rideshare drivers injured by another at-fault motorist
We identify which insurance policy applies based on the driver’s status in the app at the time of the crash, and pursue compensation accordingly.
Understanding Rideshare Insurance Coverage
Uber and Lyft provide insurance coverage that depends on what the driver was doing at the time of the crash:
- App off: The driver’s personal auto insurance applies
- App on, waiting for a ride: Limited liability coverage (usually $50,000 per person / $100,000 per accident)
- En route to pick up or transporting a passenger: Up to $1 million in liability coverage
We make sure your claim is properly routed through the correct policy—and that you aren’t left footing the bill for someone else’s mistake.
Common Injuries in Rideshare Crashes
Like other vehicle collisions, rideshare accidents can result in serious physical and emotional trauma. We represent victims suffering from:
- Concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Back, neck, and spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones and joint damage
- Internal injuries and organ trauma
- Soft tissue injuries and whiplash
- PTSD and emotional distress
- Fatal injuries leading to wrongful death claims
We work with your medical providers to ensure your injuries are fully documented and reflected in your claim.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Depending on the details of the crash, you may be entitled to recover:
- Medical expenses and future treatment
- Lost income and diminished earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Mental health care and emotional distress
- Property damage
- Funeral costs in fatal cases
We fight to ensure your settlement reflects your full losses, not just what the insurance company is willing to offer.
How We Help Injury Victims
At Ted Law Firm, we take on the complexity of rideshare claims so you don’t have to. We manage the investigation, insurance filings, and negotiations while you focus on your recovery.
We will:
- Determine the rideshare driver’s app status
- Identify all applicable insurance coverage
- Gather medical and crash-related evidence
- Handle all communications with insurance adjusters
- Negotiate a full settlement, or litigate if necessary
We’ve helped countless clients cut through the confusion and come out with the compensation they deserve.
Don’t Wait South Carolina’s Time Limit Is Three Years
You typically have three years to file a personal injury lawsuit in South Carolina. However, rideshare companies have internal reporting requirements, and evidence can disappear quickly. Early legal action is key.
Talk to a Spartanburg Rideshare Accident Lawyer Today
Don’t wait to get legal help. South Carolina’s statute of limitations gives you limited time to file a personal injury claim. Evidence fades, and the insurance company has already started building their case you should too. Call Ted Law Firm today to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we win your case. Contact us today for a free consultation, or stop by one of our conveniently located South Carolina offices in Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Aiken, or Myrtle Beach so we can discuss your case face-to-face. Remember, you pay nothing unless we win your case, so there is no harm in scheduling a free consultation. You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
