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Buckling up is one of the best ways to protect yourself from injury if a car accident occurs. For this reason, South Carolina requires all drivers and passengers to wear a seat belt. Still, South Carolina state data shows that one unrestrained motor vehicle occupant dies every 28 hours in…
Being in a car accident is always scary. When the other driver doesn’t carry proper insurance, it can also be highly frustrating. Many people aren’t sure what to do next, or if they will be able to recover compensation for their injuries. Fortunately, if the at-fault driver doesn’t have any…
In a minor car accident, if there is no real damage to property, and no one is injured in the crash, then you and the other driver can leave. This is what some people call a “fender bender.” In general, however, if injuries occur in a car accident in South…
South Carolina law recognizes the challenges that people face when their loved one dies due to someone else’s negligence. After all, nobody should ever live through such a terrible situation. The law gives certain surviving family members the right to pursue damages from the party (or parties) who…
Were you involved in a South Carolina car wreck? If so, you might wonder what steps to take before and after leaving the scene. A car accident lawyer can coach you through what to do and what not to do. What Steps Should I Take at the…
A severe accident can leave you unable to work for weeks or months, sharply limiting your income and making it difficult to make ends meet. A personal injury lawsuit allows you to seek compensation for lost wages and other missing income. An experienced South Carolina attorney can help…
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?…
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…
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…