Whether you were riding in an Uber to downtown Summerville, struck by a Lyft on Main Street, or hit by a distracted rideshare driver near I-26, getting compensation after a rideshare crash isn’t simple. These cases often involve multiple insurance policies, and a lot of finger pointing.
At Ted Law Firm, we represent passengers, drivers, and pedestrians injured in Uber and Lyft crashes across Summerville, Ladson, Goose Creek, and Dorchester County. We handle the legal complexities so you can focus on healing.
Who Can File a Rideshare Accident Claim?
We represent clients involved in Uber or Lyft crashes, including:
- Rideshare passengers injured during a trip
- Drivers and passengers in other vehicles hit by a rideshare car
- Rideshare drivers injured by third-party negligence
- Pedestrians or bicyclists struck by a rideshare driver
No matter how the crash happened, we investigate the facts and fight to get you compensated.
How Rideshare Insurance Coverage Works
Uber and Lyft provide layered insurance policies depending on what the driver was doing at the time of the crash:
Coverage levels:
- App off – The driver’s personal insurance applies.
- App on, waiting for a ride – Limited liability coverage: $50,000 per person / $100,000 per accident.
- En route to pick up a rider or during a trip – Up to $1 million in coverage.
We identify the correct coverage and handle the claims process from start to finish.
Common Injuries in Rideshare Crashes
Uber and Lyft accidents often happen at high speeds or in busy traffic resulting in serious injuries.
We help clients with:
- Head and brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Whiplash, neck, and back injuries
- Broken bones and crush injuries
- Internal bleeding or organ damage
- Emotional trauma and PTSD
- Wrongful death (fatal rideshare accidents)
We work with your medical providers to document your injuries and treatment plan.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
If someone else caused the crash, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical expenses (emergency care, rehab, surgery)
- Lost income and future earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress or PTSD
- Long-term disability or disfigurement
- Property damage
- Funeral costs (for wrongful death claims)
We fight for every dollar you’re owed, not what the insurance company thinks you’ll accept.
Why Rideshare Accident Cases Are More Complex
Uber and Lyft claim their drivers are independent contractors not employees. That means their insurers often deny liability or delay payment.
At Ted Law Firm, we:
- Investigate the crash and gather critical evidence
- Determine the applicable insurance coverage
- Handle negotiations with multiple insurance companies
- Take your case to court if needed
We manage the complexity, so you don’t have to.
Talk to a Summerville Rideshare Accident Lawyer Today
Don’t let Uber, Lyft, or their insurers minimize your injury. Let us help you get the medical care and compensation you deserve. 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.
