South Carolina Personal Injury Lawyers

Blog

We understand your challenges. At Smith & Jones Law, our team strives to be accessible, responsive and compassionate. We know the importance of finding a law firm you can trust, and that's why your trust is our top priority. Contact us today to schedule a free, confidential consultation.

Reviews

Overloaded Truck Accidents in South Carolina

If you’ve been hit by a commercial truck in South Carolina, the cause of the crash may come down to …

Read More

Reasons To Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney in South Carolina

When you file a workers’ compensation claim in South Carolina, you’d expect the process to be straightforward: report the injury, …

Read More

Should I Accept a Settlement Offer From the Insurance Company?

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Lexington, SC, and have received a settlement offer from the insurance …

Read More

Understanding Workers’ Compensation Benefits in South Carolina

Injured at work? You’re facing pain, uncertainty, and worries about paying bills while recovering. It’s a stressful time, and you …

Read More

Catastrophic Injuries From Heavy Machinery Accidents at Work

Heavy machinery is used in a wide range of different workplaces in South Carolina. By its very nature, heavy machinery …

Read More

Car Accident Permanent Injury Settlements

Were you or your loved one severely injured in a motor vehicle crash in Lexington or elsewhere in South Carolina? …

Read More

Who is at Fault in a Rear- End Collision?

Rear-end collisions make up nearly one-third of all car crashes in the United States (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)). …

Read More

Employer Liability vs. Workers’ Comp in Greenville: What’s the Difference?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that more than 20,000 people are injured on the job each year …

Read More

Does South Carolina Have a No Fault Workers’ Compensation System?

Hurt on the job in South Carolina? You may be wondering: Does our state have a no-fault workers’ compensation system? …

Read More

Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Riding a motorcycle can be dangerous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that nearly 80 percent of all …

Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

Our experienced team is dedicated to guiding you through the legal process and fighting for the justice you deserve.
How Do I Know If I Have a Case?

Generally, personal injury cases are based on someone else being at fault for an accident. It can be a person, a company, or another legal entity that has fault.

You might think that someone else needs to have hurt you on purpose to get compensation. That isn’t true! Most personal injury claims are based on negligence. Negligence just means being careless in an unreasonable way. That’s one basis for a case, but there are several different grounds for personal injury compensation. Our lawyers will explore all the ways you may qualify.

The best way to know if you have a case is to ask us for a free no-obligation consultation!

How Much Time Do I Have to File A Lawsuit?

It depends. Generally, the maximum time to file a personal injury case in South Carolina is three years. However, there are exceptions, and it can be much shorter. There are some circumstances where the timeline may be extended, too, but you should never count on this. If you miss the deadline that applies in your case, it usually means there is no way to pursue compensation.

There are things you can do right now to protect your rights and build your case. You should always contact a lawyer as soon as possible. Don’t assume that you can wait – and don’t assume you’ve waited too long, either. We’ll determine how much time you have and work quickly to pursue your case.

How Will My Lawyer Determine the Value of My Case?

Your lawyer determines the value of your case with a multi-step process. First, they total your damages. These are the losses that you are allowed to claim by law. It starts with direct, financial losses like medical expenses, lost income, and property loss. But your damages are much more than that. You may also receive compensation for physical suffering, mental health injury and emotional anguish. Our lawyers look at all the categories.

There are other factors that may influence your compensation award. The strength of the legal case and ways to collect compensation are two examples. At your consultation, we can estimate the case value, plus explain what needs to happen for you to receive the maximum award.

What Steps Should I Take Immediately After an Injury to Protect My Rights?

Get medical attention right away. Take photos of the accident scene and gather witness information if you or someone else can. Report the accident as appropriate, like the police for a car accident or your employer if the injury happens at work. Keep records and bills related to the accident.

When you choose Smith & Jones Law, our lawyers will start immediately to protect your rights.

Available 24/7
864-383-0377

"*" indicates required fields