Category: Car Accident
Posts about car accidents
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…
In most car accidents, someone calls the police. It could be one of the drivers, a passenger or somebody who saw the crash or its immediate aftermath. That 911 call often becomes evidence in a legal claim. What to do if the police crash report puts fault on you?…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
Swift action is crucial to protect your right to compensation after a South Carolina car accident. That’s because state law says you only have three years from the crash date to file a lawsuit in most circumstances. Missing this deadline could mean losing your right to compensation. The…
A South Carolina car accident claim allows you to pursue compensation for the losses you have suffered due to your injuries. One of these losses is your pain and suffering, which covers your physical discomfort and emotional distress resulting from the crash. Some losses caused by a collision…
The driver in the back is often presumed to be at fault for causing a rear-end collision. However, in some cases, the leading vehicle may bear some of the fault for the crash. In other instances, a third-party may share the responsibility. Rear-end accidents often leave victims with…
In South Carolina, drivers are financially responsible for crashes they cause. But what happens if an at-fault driver doesn’t have insurance? They could face criminal penalties for driving without insurance, and crash victims might need to rely on uninsured motorist (UM) coverage for compensation. At McKinney, Tucker & Lemel…