Greenville Uber and Lyft Rideshare Accident Lawyer

You Deserve a Fair Settlement For Your Rideshare Accident Claim

We put a lot of trust in random strangers we hire to give us a quick ride home from the bar or a trip to work in the morning. It can be easy to forget that these people aren’t commercially trained drivers. They don’t work for a taxi service that ensures their vehicles are properly maintained. They technically don’t work for any company as they are contract workers, also known as 1099 or gig workers.

Have you ever wondered what happens if you are in a car accident while a passenger in a rideshare vehicle? What can you do if someone runs into your rideshare driver’s car and you are injured? Even worse, what if your driver caused your rideshare accident? What should you do?

If you got hurt in a rideshare car accident because of someone else’s carelessness, a Greenville Uber and Lyft rideshare accident lawyer at the Hammack Law Firm could help you pursue monetary damages from the liable party.

You might have a claim if you were a passenger in the rideshare car or another vehicle. Also, a pedestrian or person on a motorcycle or bicycle could be eligible for compensation for injuries received in an accident with a rideshare car.

If we take your case, you will not have to pay upfront legal fees. We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, and you will not have to pay us until the case is over and you win.

After a rideshare accident, you may be left with more questions than answers—and more stress than support. You could be dealing with painful injuries, unable to work, and unsure how you’ll cover your next round of medical bills or even your rent. Meanwhile, the insurance companies might be pressuring you to accept a fast payout that barely scratches the surface of what you truly need. At the Hammack Law Firm, we understand the emotional and financial toll this can take on your life. That’s why we approach every rideshare injury case with compassion, clear guidance, and a commitment to fighting for the full compensation you deserve. You’re not just another claim to us—you’re a person who deserves answers, support, and justice.

You can call the Hammack Law Firm today at 864-766-7108 to get started. We do not charge for the initial consultation, and there is no obligation.

How Do You Prove That the Uber or Lyft Rideshare Driver Is Liable for Your Injuries?

The rideshare driver is not automatically responsible for the people who get injured in the accident. The party who has to pay damages should be the one whose carelessness caused the collision. The American Bar Association affirms that we have to prove all four of these elements to hold someone responsible for your physical, mental, and financial losses:

Duty of care. The defendant must have owed you a duty of care. Every person who drives on public streets has an obligation to operate the vehicle with caution and obey traffic laws.
Breach of duty. If a person’s conduct fails to measure up to the legal standard, it is negligence. Let us say that an Uber driver drank a few cocktails before logging on and picking up passengers. The Uber driver’s blood alcohol level exceeded the state’s limit. Driving while under the influence of alcohol is illegal in our state and violates the legal duty of care.
Causation. The negligent act must be the thing that caused or contributed to the collision. Because the alcohol slowed the Uber driver’s reflexes and reaction time, he did not stop in time at a red light. He crashed into the side of a car that had the right of way. The careless conduct of driving while intoxicated caused the accident.
Quantifiable damages. The plaintiff must have measurable losses. Physical injuries satisfy this element of liability.

How do you prove that each one of these occurred in your rideshare accident? Well, the easiest, most effective way is hiring a Greenville rideshare accident lawyer. Your attorney will be able to examine the circumstances of your case, gather evidence, and determine who the liable parties are.

When Is the Rideshare Company Responsible for Your Losses?

Sometimes, the rideshare company can be liable for the careless conduct of its drivers. If the company was negligent and that carelessness caused or contributed to the accident, the company can be liable. Rideshare accidents are unique in the fact that there are sometimes multiple liable parties, from the driver themselves, the driver’s insurance company or the rideshare’s insurance company, and the driver’s rideshare company itself.

These are some of the types of negligence which may be relevant to your circumstances:

Negligent Hiring

The rideshare company has an obligation to hire drivers who will not endanger the safety of their riders or the general public. To accomplish this goal, the company should perform criminal record and background checks on applicants who want to work as drivers. If Uber did not run these checks, and the driver had DWIs on his record, the company may be considered negligent.

Negligent Training

The rideshare company has a duty to ensure that its drivers have the skills and experience to perform the work safely. This obligation includes training drivers to operate their vehicles without getting distracted by the required equipment, like the security camera and the device they use to access the app. Failure to provide this training can be considered negligence.

Negligent Supervision

The company should monitor its drivers’ driving records and remove dangerous drivers from the road. In our scenario, if the driver got two DWIs while working for Uber but the company did not perform ongoing checks of driving records at reasonable intervals, Uber can be liable. Suppose an Uber or Lyft driver has had many complaints from passengers about safety concerns but chooses not to address the issue. In that case, the company may be liable for any damages that the driver causes.

The Company’s Technology Contributed to the Crash

Sometimes, the company’s app itself contributes to the accident by forcing the driver to take their eyes off the road. This can be because of GPS errors within the app, trying to clear notifications, or the app locking up and crashing. If the rideshare company’s app is faulty and contributed to the accident, the company can be found liable.

The Rideshare Company is Not Liable

One of the most important considerations when determining whether the ridesharing company is liable or partially liable for the accident is whether or not the driver was “clocked in” when the accident occurred. If the driver was off-duty (not using the app) when the accident occurred, finding them liable will be practically impossible.

The legal theories that go into analyzing who can get sued for someone’s injuries after a rideshare accident can be overwhelming. You do not have to sort out these concepts on your own. A Greenville Uber and Lyft rideshare accident lawyer at the Hammack Law Firm can evaluate your injury claim. You can call us today at 864-766-7108 for a free case review.

Damages in a Rideshare Accident in Greenville

We will need to talk to you and investigate your situation before we can calculate the amount of monetary damages you might collect for your rideshare accident injury claim. Every case is different. Another person in the same car as you might have suffered vastly different losses.

Here are some of the types of money damages we have won for our clients:

Medical bills – the reasonable cost of the treatment you need for your injuries
Lost income – the paychecks you missed while you were out of work recuperating
Diminished earning capacity – if you had to take a lower-paying job or work fewer hours because of your injuries or lasting impairment
Long-term care – if your injuries make you dependent on daily assistance with medical treatments and personal care
Mobility devices– like wheelchairs, crutches, and adapted vehicles
Pain and suffering – for the physical discomfort and emotional distress of the accident and your injuries
Other intangible damages – other non-economic losses, like disfigurement, loss of the enjoyment of life, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Once we know your total losses, we can determine the fair value of your accident and related damages. The rideshare company’s insurance company may reach out to you and offer a quick settlement which may seem appealing at first, only for you to later find it barely covers your medical expenses.

Who Pays the Settlement in Ridesharing Accidents?

Like most auto accidents, payments are often made by an insurance company in ridesharing accidents. According to Uber’s website, who pays the settlement is broken down like this:

App off: The driver’s insurance company pays.
App on but no passenger: The rideshare company must supply contingent coverage, which includes:
- $50,000 per person for bodily injury
- $100,000 per accident
- $25,000 for property damage
En route or transporting a passenger: The rideshare company must provide at least $1,000,000 in liability coverage.

If the rideshare driver does not have insurance when the accident happened, you may have to rely on your own uninsured motorist coverage.

While South Carolina follows these regulations, they may vary from state to state. A Personal injury lawyer will be able to help determine who is responsible for your fair compensation.

Can We Help With Your Greenville Rideshare Accident Injury Claim?

At the Hammack Law Firm, our passion is to help people who get hurt because of the carelessness of others. You did not ask to get injured, and you should not have to bear the financial losses from someone else’s negligence. A Greenville Uber and Lyft rideshare accident lawyer can advocate on your behalf and help you secure maximum compensation.

We treat our clients like our own friends and family. Please do not wait too long to call us. If you miss the deadline our state gives you to file a lawsuit for your losses, you can lose the right to go after compensation.

You can call us today at 864-766-7108 to get started. We can speak to you about Uber and Lyft’s insurance policies, and how they may help you, as well as the legal hurdles to come.

Our Client Bill of Rights offers a 30-day unconditional satisfaction guarantee —no costs and no fees. We serve our Greenville clients in all areas of personal injury, including auto and motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, and boating accidents.

To get started with our Greenville personal injury law firm, please simply contact us online or call 864-766-7108 for a free consultation.

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