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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…
South Carolina is not a no-fault state. Like most states in the country, South Carolina uses the at-fault system. You can seek compensation for your losses by filing a claim with the responsible party’s insurance company. That said, factors like whether you purchased certain optional coverages can influence…
Not wearing a seatbelt does not make someone ineligible to recover compensation in a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Unlike other states, South Carolina does not accept failure to wear a seatbelt as valid evidence of negligence in an injury lawsuit. Even though not wearing a seatbelt does…
South Carolina is a great place to take a scenic drive. It is also home to some of the country’s most dangerous roads and intersections. These spots are prone to accidents that are often serious or deadly. Knowing how to avoid these risky stretches helps you stay safe….
Determining who is at fault for a parking lot accident in South Carolina generally depends on establishing who had the right-of-way and whether anyone involved was negligent. Doing this requires gathering evidence and presenting it in a way that supports your case. How Do You Prove Who Is…
Medical treatment is one of the biggest expenses after any serious car accident. Generally, the person who caused a crash is responsible for paying for any harm suffered by other parties, including their medical bills. If you want your medical expenses covered in a personal injury claim, working…
Determining fault in a T-bone accident requires examining which driver did not follow traffic laws. Usually, the driver who failed to yield the right of way is responsible. However, each collision has unique factors that might affect fault. This is why working with an experienced car accident attorney…
South Carolina law defines wrongful death as one caused by another party’s “wrongful act, neglect, or default.” A victim’s personal representative (also called the executor) can bring a wrongful death claim against the at-fault party seeking compensation for the decedent’s survivors. Taking legal after losing a loved one…
Golf carts provide an efficient means of getting around golf courses, retirement communities, apartment complexes, special events, and other environments. Unfortunately, they are top-heavy and lack safety features found in other vehicles. This makes golf carts more prone to dangerous rollover accidents, which are likely to cause severe…