Savannah Rideshare Accident Attorneys

Fighting for Injury Victims in Chatham County, GA

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become increasingly common as they grow in popularity nationwide. These services allow individuals ranging from college students to seniors to travel locally without the necessity of owning or operating a vehicle. 

Unfortunately, the growing use of these services has led to accidents involving rideshare drivers. While these accidents may seem similar to other traffic collisions, they are more complicated due to factors ranging from the multiple parties that can be involved to insurance coverage issues and more. 

If you or someone you love has been injured in a rideshare accident, you may need help understanding how best to pursue compensation for your injuries and damages. Scheer, Montgomery & Call, P.C. offers effective legal representation to individuals in Savannah, Chatham County, and surrounding Georgia counties. 

Request a free consultation with a Savannah rideshare accident lawyer at Scheer, Montgomery & Call, P.C.. Call  912-513-2346  or submit our online contact form. 

Why Georgia Rideshare Accident Injury Claims Are Complex 

As mentioned above, the complexity of Georgia rideshare accident claims is due to the following: 

• Multiple parties Involved: In a rideshare accident, several parties may be involved, such as the rideshare driver, the passenger(s), the rideshare company, and other drivers or pedestrians. Determining liability among these parties can be complicated. 
• Insurance coverage: Georgia follows a fault-based system for car accidents, meaning the at-fault party is responsible for damages. Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft provide insurance coverage, but the coverage depends on the driver’s status:
  • Offline: The driver’s personal insurance applies.
  • Logged into the app but no ride accepted: Limited liability coverage from the rideshare company may apply (e.g., $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident, $25,000 for property damage).
  • Ride in progress or en route to pick up a passenger: The rideshare company’s one-million-dollar liability policy typically applies. However, the coverage depends on the driver’s status during the accident (e.g., whether they were logged into the app, waiting for a ride request, or actively transporting a passenger). This creates a layered insurance situation that can be confusing to navigate.

• Rideshare company policies: Rideshare companies often have specific policies and terms of service that can affect liability and compensation. They may try to distance themselves from responsibility by classifying drivers as independent contractors rather than employees.
• Legal and regulatory complexities: Georgia has specific laws governing rideshare companies, such as requiring driver background checks and mandating insurance coverage. These laws can influence how claims are handled.
• Evidence collection: As in other states, gathering evidence like app data, ride logs, and communication with the rideshare company is crucial. This can require legal assistance to access.
• Passenger rights: Georgian passengers can seek compensation for injuries but may need to navigate the layered insurance system to determine which policy applies.

These factors complicate rideshare accidents, requiring legal assistance to untangle liability and seek fair compensation. An in-depth investigation is necessary to determine liability and prove that one or more parties were at fault. 

Recovering Damages in Savannah Rideshare Accidents 

With the help of our Savannah rideshare accident lawyers, you may pursue the following types of compensation for your injuries and losses: 

• Medical expenses: These include costs for hospital stays, surgeries, medications, physical therapy, and future medical care.
• Lost wages: Compensation for income lost due to time off work and diminished earning capacity if the injuries affect your ability to work in the future.
• Property damage: Costs to repair or replace your vehicle or other personal property damaged in the accident.
• Other out-of-pocket expenses: Transportation to medical appointments, childcare, or other costs related to the accident.
• Pain and suffering: Compensation for physical pain caused by the accident.
• Loss of enjoyment of life: This may apply if the injuries prevent you from enjoying previously loved activities.
• Emotional distress: Anxiety, depression, or trauma resulting from the accident.

The rideshare company’s one-million-dollar liability policy offers significant coverage if the driver was actively working when the accident occurred. To access this policy, you will need evidence of the driver’s status, proof of fault, and documentation of your damages.

At Scheer, Montgomery & Call, P.C., we exhaust all legal avenues to help clients recover the compensation to which they are entitled, whether through the rideshare driver’s policy, the rideshare company’s policy, or the policies of other at-fault parties. Our team is committed to delivering optimum results in these complex cases. 

Discuss your case with a Savannah rideshare accident attorney at Scheer, Montgomery & Call, P.C.. Reach us online or at 912-513-2346 today.