Car Accident Attorney North Charleston

There is no single number that fits every case. The value of your claim in North Charleston depends on several concrete factors: the seriousness of your injuries, the medical care you need now and in the future, how long you miss work, and the degree to which your life is affected. Insurers also look at the evidence proving fault and any comparative fault assigned to you. Typical recoveries include medical expenses, future treatment costs, lost wages, vehicle repair, and compensation for pain and suffering. When you meet with us for a free review, we will assess your medical records, bills, and work history to give you a realistic estimate for your claim.

Call as soon as possible. Evidence disappears fast. Video from businesses on Rivers Avenue, dash cam footage on I-26, or eyewitness memories can be lost within days. Early legal help preserves evidence, ensures medical records are complete, and prevents you from making statements that could harm your claim. In many cases, early involvement increases the amount of compensation available to you.

South Carolina uses a modified comparative negligence rule. That means you can recover damages if you are 50 percent or less at fault, but your recovery is reduced by your share of fault. If you are more than 50 percent at fault, you cannot recover. Fault itself is established by looking at police reports, witness statements, vehicle damage patterns, surveillance or traffic camera video, and expert analysis when needed. We organize that evidence into a clear story showing how the crash occurred and why the other party is responsible.

When responsibility is in dispute, we conduct a thorough investigation. We visit the scene in North Charleston, measure sight lines, photograph road conditions, collect surveillance from nearby businesses or traffic cameras, interview witnesses, and, when necessary, retain accident reconstruction experts. This is like building a puzzle: each piece of evidence helps reveal the full picture. Starting early makes it much more likely we can find the missing pieces.

In most car crash cases you have three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This time limit is strict. If the defendant is a government employee or a public agency, different rules or shorter deadlines may apply. Failing to file on time usually ends your ability to sue, so it is important to talk to a lawyer right away.

When a crash happens, the moments afterward matter for both your health and your case. Follow these steps:

• Seek medical attention immediately, even for mild symptoms. Keep records of all treatment.
• If police do not come to the scene, report the crash to the proper authorities and obtain or request a traffic collision report. North Charleston Police Department has online access for accident reports.
• Photograph the scene, vehicles, road signs, skid marks, and nearby landmarks. Photograph license plates and any visible injuries.
• Secure witness names and contact information, including employees of nearby businesses.
• Avoid recorded or signed statements with the other driver’s insurer without legal advice.

Contact a North Charleston car accident lawyer for a free case review. We preserve evidence and communicate with insurers on your behalf.