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Personal Injury Attorneys in South Carolina

Personal Injury

When an accident happens, you likely have many thoughts running through your mind at once. How badly are you hurt? How will your injury affect your life? Very quickly, your worries may turn to money.

Treating an injury may set you back thousands of dollars or more. If you can’t work while you recover, these costs can quickly become a significant hardship.

There’s good news, though. If someone else caused your injuries, you may be eligible to recover compensation through a personal injury claim or lawsuit. A personal injury attorney at Wilson Law Group, LLC can help. For over 40 years, our firm has fought for people hurt in South Carolina accidents and developed a reputation for winning tough cases. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your situation.

What is a Personal Injury Attorney?

A personal injury lawyer is a legal professional who represents individuals who have suffered physical and emotional injuries due to another party’s negligent or intentional actions of other parties. Personal injury attorneys can manage all details of a client’s case, including:

  • Investigating the circumstances surrounding their injury
  • Reviewing medical records and collecting supporting evidence
  • Preparing and filing insurance and legal claims
  • Communicating with insurance adjusters, defense attorneys, or other parties involved in the case
  • Negotiating settlements
  • Presenting their client’s case in court and at trial if necessary

Types of Cases Handled by Our Personal Injury Attorneys

At Wilson Law Group, LLC, a personal injury lawyer can help you seek financial compensation for the losses stemming from the accident. We handle cases arising from: 

Why You Need a Personal Injury Attorney in South Carolina

If you or a loved one suffered severe injuries in an accident in South Carolina, hiring a personal injury attorney from Wilson Law Group, LLC can free you to devote your time and energy to your medical treatment and rehabilitation. Our attorneys can pursue the financial resources you need to aid in rebuilding your life again.

Our personal injury lawyers have over four decades of combined experience demanding maximum compensation for our clients — and getting results. We believe legal help extends beyond filing paperwork and negotiating with the insurance company. If you need help locating medical specialists or transportation to doctor’s appointments, our legal team can jump in with referrals and arrange your travel. You can count on us.

The Personal Injury Claims Process in South Carolina

In South Carolina, a personal injury claim begins with investigating what caused the incident that harmed you. An investigation can recover the evidence you or your lawyer needs to identify at-fault parties and prove their liability for the accident and your resulting injuries and losses. Your lawyer can also explore options for pursuing compensation and placing an appropriate value on your case.

After completing the investigation, your attorney will file a formal insurance or legal claim by sending a demand letter stating your version of the accident, the evidence supporting your claim, and how much money you seek. At this point, negotiations may begin with the at-fault party or their insurance company to obtain full and fair compensation. However, if the opposing party won’t agree to a reasonable settlement, your lawyer may suggest filing a personal injury lawsuit to pursue your claims at trial.

The Benefits of Hiring a Local Personal Injury Attorney in South Carolina

Some accident victims choose to pursue their personal injury claims without legal assistance. However, hiring a personal injury lawyer in South Carolina can benefit you and your case in several ways.

First, a personal injury attorney will know what evidence you need to build a compelling case to strengthen your personal injury claim. They can secure the evidence, including confidential information that may not be allowed without a subpoena.

Your lawyer will also calculate a fair amount of money to request for future losses. If you suffered serious injuries, you may need medical treatment or disability care long after your personal injury case ends. You cannot demand further compensation from an at-fault party after you finalize a settlement or obtain a trial verdict, so it’s crucial to ask for the total compensation you deserve now. Placing too low of an offer could result in your having to pay additional expenses out of pocket.

Finally, your attorney will manage your claims process from beginning to end. Insurance companies often use tactics to minimize the value of injury claims by delaying investigations, combing through medical histories, or using a claimant’s official statements against them. Your lawyer can handle communicating and negotiating with insurance adjusters and defense lawyers to protect you from making statements that could jeopardize your claim.

How Wilson Law Group, LLC Can Help

Recovering from devastating injuries sustained takes time. Rest and recuperate, but keep in mind that South Carolina law places a deadline on filing a personal injury claim. Generally, you have three years from the date of the accident or injury to bring your claim. Exceptions apply, so it’s a good idea to consult a lawyer so you don’t lose your right to compensation.

Wilson Law Group, LLC provides comprehensive legal services to our clients. We manage every step of the claims process, from investigating the claim and establishing liability to fighting aggressively for maximum compensation through a settlement or trial. We keep you informed every step of the way so you never have to wonder about the status of your personal injury case.

Contact an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney Today

If you were harmed in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve the support and resources of a knowledgeable personal injury attorney in South Carolina. Wilson Law Group, LLC is ready to do everything possible to help you move forward. Contact us today for a free case review.

South Carolina Personal Injury

Personal Injury FAQs

How long do Personal Injury Cases take?

It generally takes one year from the date a lawsuit is filed for that case to be called to trial.

Insurance companies often try to delay the process, resulting in cases not being called to trial for 18-24 months. Fortunately, most accident cases settle short of trial.

Are there limitations for a settlement claim in South Carolina?

South Carolina has set limitations on the settlement amounts for personal injury claims. Punitive damages may not exceed three times the amount of compensatory damages or $500 000.

Certain circumstances such as a felony conviction, the cap is four times compensatory damages or $2 million.

Is South Carolina a fault state?

South Carolina uses a fault based system for dealing with accidents.

In South Carolina with the fault scheme, the person at fault is the only one who is responsible, and an innocent driver’s insurance company does not necessarily need to be brought into the case.

Is South Carolina a Tort State?

South Carolina is a tort liability state, which means the not-at-fault person can pursue a claim against the at-fault party.

South Carolina is also comparative negligence, which means you can be barred from collecting for the percentage you contributed to the accident.

What is the statute of limitations in South Carolina?

You have three years to file a complaint for damages from a car accident, whether those damages stem from personal injury or damage to property.

If there is any kind of government or municipality involved, for example the collision was with an on duty police officer driving his police provided vehicle, then the statute of limitations is much shorter and you need to file specific papers to give the municipality notice.