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Serious injuries can affect a victim’s ability to go about their everyday life or take part in their favorite activities. Due to their injuries, they can suffer the loss of their enjoyment of life — a loss that South Carolina law recognizes as compensable. However, can you sue…
South Carolina drivers must carry liability and uninsured motorist auto insurance coverage to operate their vehicles on state roads legally. South Carolina’s laws specify minimum bodily injury and property damage coverage amounts and allow you to purchase more coverage for greater protection. Here, we discuss what to know…
Have you suffered a serious injury in South Carolina? Was someone else to blame for what happened? If so, they could owe you compensation for the harm you suffered because of their actions, such as compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other harm. If the person…
A demand letter starts the formal legal process for South Carolina personal injury claims, but it may take a while after sending it before you receive a settlement. Depending on your injuries, questions over liability, and other factors, it could be several weeks or months before your case…
Younger drivers in South Carolina are much more likely to be involved in a crash than older drivers. According to the most recent statewide data, 31,551 drivers ages 20-24 were involved in crashes in one recent year, making them the age group with the most accidents. By contrast,…
When you get hurt in a car accident that was someone else’s fault in South Carolina, you need a lawyer. Your lawyer can gather evidence about how the crash occurred, identify liable parties, file insurance claims, communicate with insurers, negotiate a settlement, and take your case to trial…
The steps you take after a hit-and-run in South Carolina can protect your health and legal right to compensation. But in the confusion of the moment, you may not realize the best way to help your case. Follow these steps and contact an experienced car accident attorney to…
The statute of limitations for personal injury cases in South Carolina is usually three years from the date of the injury. This means you have three years to file your lawsuit for injuries suffered due to someone else’s legal fault. If you miss this deadline, you could lose…
Thousands of people are injured in car accidents every year in South Carolina. According to the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, more than 55,000 people sustained injuries in crashes in S.C. in a recent year, including 3,200 people who were seriously injured. People who sustain severe crash…
After filing a personal injury lawsuit in South Carolina, you can expect a response, the discovery process, potential mediation, and possibly a trial. However, each case differs, depending on unique variables. Understanding how a personal injury lawsuit works, the timelines involved, and what each phase entails can help you…