Did you suffer a personal injury in South Carolina? It’s a fact that an accident can happen anywhere, at any time, often when we least expect it. If you’re injured in South Carolina as a result of an accident involving someone else, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. However, figuring out the next steps can be overwhelming for many people.
With Jeffcoat Injury and Car Accident Lawyers at your side, however, it doesn’t need to be, and you’ll have experienced and compassionate legal professionals working with you every step along the way. Our legal team has 101 years of combined experience and has recovered over $90 million in compensation for our clients.
If you’re injured in an accident, contact our team of South Carolina personal injury lawyers at (803) 573-0869 to schedule a free consultation so we can start working on your behalf.
How Jeffcoat Injury and Car Accident Lawyers Can Help With Your South Carolina Personal Injury Case
If you’re injured in South Carolina, you have options when it comes to hiring a lawyer. Our knowledge and resources make us well-qualified to evaluate your personal injury claim and explain your legal options.
Our South Carolina personal injury attorneys handle many different types of personal injury cases. These include motor vehicle accidents, nursing home abuse, medical malpractice, and slip-and-fall accidents. To ensure that you receive fair compensation for your injuries, Jeffcoat Injury and Car Accident Lawyers will:
- Investigate the circumstances surrounding your accident
- Identify who is at fault for your accident
- Collect crucial evidence, including police reports, witness statements, and medical records
- Oversee negotiations with insurance companies and other involved parties
- Provide representation in court if a settlement cannot be reached
Members of our legal team have been recognized by Super Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, and the American Association for Justice. After evaluating the facts of the case and your injuries, we may work with appropriate experts so that we can build the strongest case for you.
Call us today to schedule a free consultation.
Do I Have a Personal Injury Case?
If another person has hurt you—either in a car accident, due to a faulty product, or at work—you could have a personal injury case. As the plaintiff, you have the burden of proof and will need to prove that another party caused your injuries.
Personal injury cases are often based on the legal concept of negligence. There are four parts to a negligence claim. You must show that (1) the defendant owed you a duty of care, (2) the defendant breached this duty of care (i.e., they did not act in a reasonable manner), (3) you were injured because the defendant breached their duty of care, and (4) you suffered damages as a result of the accident.
What Kind of Damages Are Available to South Carolina Accident Victims?
Damages are the losses you’ve incurred as a result of your accident. Calculating damages for personal injury claims can be complex, and many factors affect the claim’s value.
You may be eligible for both economic and non-economic damages:
- Economic damages are tangible financial losses. These include lost wages if you missed work because of injuries caused by the accident. These also include medical costs for diagnosing and treating those injuries and repair costs for your vehicle or other property damaged in the accident.
- Non-economic damages are losses that are difficult to measure. These include pain and suffering, emotional distress (which may result from physical injury), and loss of consortium (damages experienced by your spouse or close relative due to the injuries you sustained in the accident).
You may be eligible for punitive damages if the other party’s behavior was extremely negligent or reckless. Our team will use their extensive knowledge to build a strong case based on a fair and accurate assessment of the damages caused by your accident.
What Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
The amount of money that you may recover as a result of your injuries will depend on a number of factors. Many of these factors relate to the injury itself, such as how severe it is, its impact on your daily life, the type of treatment you are receiving, and how long your recovery is projected to take. Another key factor that will impact your compensation is whether or not there is evidence establishing the other party’s fault.
You also need to consider the possibility that you may not know the true “cost” of the accident right away. For example, treatment of an injury may require multiple visits to one or more doctors, as well as medication and therapy. Obtaining appropriate mental health treatment if you begin to experience trauma from the accident may take some time.
When you work with us, you can rest assured that we will gather all of the information necessary to make an informed assessment of your claim, with the goal of ensuring that you receive fair compensation for your injuries.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Too many people put off contacting a lawyer after an accident because they don’t think they can afford one. But, when you hire Jeffcoat Injury and Car Accident Lawyers, you don’t need to worry about hourly fees, and you won’t need to pay us any money upfront. We will get to work on your behalf, and if (and only if) we settle or win the lawsuit on your behalf, we will take a percentage of the compensation you receive.
Can I Recover Compensation If I’m Partially at Fault for my Accident in SC?
In South Carolina, the modified comparative fault rule allows you to recover compensation if you are partially at fault. Your share of responsibility, however, limits the amount of damages you can collect. For example, if you are found to be 25% at fault, your compensation will be reduced by 25%. Of note, if you are 51% or more to blame, you cannot receive compensation from the other party.
Our South Carolina personal injury lawyers can evaluate the facts of your case and help you decide the best way to move forward.
We’ll Fight to Recover Compensation For All Of Your Injuries
Our lawyers are here to help you receive fair compensation for injuries caused by car accidents, slip and fall accidents, pedestrian accidents, and other accidents. While every accident is unique, soft tissue injuries (such as sprains, strains, and whiplash), bone fractures, head, back and spinal cord injuries, and internal bleeding are common injuries.
No matter what type of injury you’ve experienced, getting prompt medical attention and treatment is always important.
What Causes Most Personal Injury Accidents in South Carolina?
Traffic accidents are the most common cause of personal injury claims in South Carolina. A recent report by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety found that, in 2022, an injury-causing traffic collision occurred every 15.4 minutes. During that year, South Carolina had just over 1,000 fatal collisions and approximately 33,000 collisions that resulted in personal injury.
Slip and fall accidents are also very common in the United States. The National Floor Institut, reports that they account for over 1 million visits to hospital emergency rooms. Various injuries can result from slip and fall accidents. Five percent (5%) of people who fall, for example, end up with fractures.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in South Carolina?
In general, South Carolina law gives you three years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, there are factors that may change this deadline, depending on the specifics of your case.
Time is of the essence – don’t wait too long to take action. Let Jeffcoat Injury and Car Accident Lawyers get to work on your case as soon as possible after your accident. This gives us the best chance to build a strong case for you.
Contact Our South Carolina Personal Injury Lawyers For a Free Consultation
It’s not always easy to know what to do after an accident. However, you don’t have to go through this challenging time on your own. If you’ve been injured in South Carolina, Jeffcoat Injury and Car Accident Lawyers can review your case and advise you on the best course of action. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation with a South Carolina personal injury lawyer to explore your options.
