Mount Pleasant is one of the fastest-growing communities in South Carolina, and rideshare traffic has grown with it. Lyft and Uber pickups are frequent near Coleman Boulevard, Highway 17, the Isle of Palms Connector, and the Ravenel Bridge corridor. When a rideshare crash happens on these roads, the injured party faces a claims process that is more layered than a standard auto accident.
The Mount Pleasant Lyft accident lawyer team at Berly Rouse represents passengers, pedestrians, and motorists hurt in rideshare collisions throughout Mount Pleasant and the greater Charleston metro. We take cases on a contingency fee basis and do not charge fees unless we recover compensation for you.
See our work as a personal injury lawyer in Mount Pleasant, SC for a full overview of how we serve injured clients in this community.
Lyft and Uber drivers frequently stop abruptly or pull to the side of the road in areas not designed for that purpose. Sudden stops near shopping centers along Highway 17 or on busy surface streets can cause rear-end collisions or force following drivers to swerve. If you were injured in one of these situations, you may have a claim regardless of whether you were in the Lyft or in another vehicle.
The intersections surrounding Towne Centre, Seaside Farms, and the Ravenel Bridge on/off ramps carry heavy traffic throughout the day. Lyft drivers navigating these areas while following app directions are a documented source of intersection crashes. When a driver runs a light or fails to yield, both passengers and other motorists can be seriously hurt.
If you were a passenger in a Lyft and the driver's negligence caused or contributed to a collision, you generally have the right to pursue compensation. Passengers are typically not assigned fault in rideshare accidents. Your claim may include medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering depending on the nature and severity of your injuries.
South Carolina requires Lyft to maintain commercial auto liability insurance for drivers operating through the platform. The applicable coverage amount depends on the stage of the trip:
Insurance adjusters for rideshare companies are experienced at minimizing payouts. They may attempt to contact you quickly after an accident to obtain a recorded statement or offer a fast settlement. Do not accept a settlement or give a recorded statement before speaking with an attorney. An early offer rarely reflects the full value of your injuries.
The evidence you preserve immediately after an accident often determines the strength of your claim.
For additional guidance, read our blog: What to do after a car accident in Mount Pleasant.
In a Mount Pleasant Lyft accident case, you may be entitled to compensation for:
Emergency room costs, hospitalization, surgery, and ongoing medical treatment
Physical therapy and rehabilitation
Lost wages during recovery and reduced future earning capacity
Pain and suffering and emotional distress
Property damage to your vehicle or personal belongings
Future care costs if your injuries require long-term treatment
The amount recoverable in any individual case depends on the specific facts, the severity of injuries, and which insurance policies apply. Berly Rouse evaluates each case thoroughly before advising clients on the realistic range of outcomes.
Berly Rouse represents only plaintiffs. We do not work for insurance companies. As your rideshare accident attorney serving Mount Pleasant and the Charleston metro, our team handles motor vehicle collision cases throughout Charleston County and is familiar with the courts and processes relevant to your case.
We manage all aspects of your claim, from the initial investigation through settlement negotiations and, when necessary, litigation. We maintain full communication with you throughout and do not accept a settlement we have not discussed with you in detail.
Our work on motor vehicle collisions includes Lyft and rideshare accidents involving passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and other drivers. There are no upfront fees. You pay only if we win.
Yes. If you were a passenger in a Lyft and the driver’s negligence caused or contributed to a collision, you generally have the right to pursue compensation. Passengers are typically not assigned fault in rideshare accidents and may have a claim against the Lyft driver, a third-party driver, or both.
Mount Pleasant is located in Charleston County, so most personal injury cases arising from accidents there are handled in Charleston County courts. Berly Rouse has experience in this court system.
Yes. Where you live does not determine where you can file a claim. The relevant factors are where the accident occurred and the applicable jurisdiction for the claim. We handle rideshare accident cases throughout the greater Charleston metro regardless of where you live.
South Carolina follows modified comparative negligence rules. If you were a passenger, you are generally not assigned fault. If you were another driver or a pedestrian, your compensation may be reduced proportionally by your share of fault if any is assigned to you. If you are found more than 50 percent at fault, recovery may be barred entirely. An attorney can help you evaluate the fault picture in your case.
The general framework for rideshare accident claims is similar for both Lyft and Uber. Both platforms maintain commercial insurance policies for drivers operating on the app, and both have tiered coverage structures tied to the driver’s app status. Berly Rouse handles claims involving both platforms.
Lyft’s commercial policy includes uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage during active trips, which may provide a recovery avenue if the at-fault driver carried insufficient insurance. South Carolina also requires drivers to carry uninsured motorist coverage on their own policies, which may apply in some situations.
A rideshare injury can disrupt every part of your life while insurance carriers take their time. At Berly Rouse, we represent injured clients on a contingency fee basis and handle the full claim process so you can focus on recovery.
Contact us today for a free consultation with a Mount Pleasant Lyft accident lawyer. We will review the circumstances of your accident, explain the coverage picture, and outline your legal options at no charge.
Berly Rouse also represents Lyft accident victims in Charleston and Summerville.
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