Car accidents are some of the most common accidents in Dentsville. These collisions take place in parking lots, outside the Post Office, or along Interstate 20.  Some collisions happen at high speeds, while others are low-speed fender benders that nonetheless cause significant damage.

Regardless of where an accident happens, our clients often struggle with painful injuries. Hart Law is ready to help negotiate a settlement or file a lawsuit on behalf of an injured victim with a solid legal claim. Contact us today to speak with a Dentsville car accident lawyer about what happened. We can provide more information about the claims process.

Car Accidents We Handle

Hart Law can help anyone injured in a car wreck, including:

  • Head-on collisions. Two cars can collide head-on, often because one vehicle jumps into the other lane.
  • Rear-end collisions. Common at intersections, a rear-end collision happens when one car slams into the vehicle immediately in front of it.
  • T-bones. The front of one car can crash into the side of another, forming the letter T.
  • Sideswipes. Two cars running parallel can collide into each other, often on the highway when one is trying to merge.
  • Hit and run accidents. South Carolina law prohibits fleeing the scene of an accident, but many motorists do just that. We can help identify ways to receive compensation.
  • Rollovers. A vehicle might roll over for various reasons, including tripping on something that causes a dramatic shift in weight.
  • Single vehicle accidents. You might have crashed because a car forced you off the road, or because you hit a road defect.

Contact Hart Law to speak with our Dentsville car accident attorney. You should focus on healing, while we handle the legal work.

When is a Driver Liable for a Crash?

Often, our clients seek compensation from a negligent driver. Negligence is the failure to use reasonable care and takes many forms:

  • Speeding
  • Tailgating
  • Driving on the sidewalk
  • Running a red light
  • Failing to yield
  • Passing illegally
  • Aggressive driving
  • Intoxication or drug use
  • Fatigued driving
  • Cell phone to text messaging while driving

Finding evidence is critical. The other driver usually claims innocence, and they could blame you for causing a wreck. South Carolina’s comparative negligence law could matter in these cases, and you don’t want to admit fault for the collision accidentally.

Insurance & Your Dentsville Car Accident

South Carolina requires that motorists carry liability coverage. This insurance only kicks in if you are liable for the crash, and it pays compensation to the victims. We can submit a claim on the other driver’s liability insurance if they are at fault.

Sometimes the driver is uninsured, but you might tap your uninsured motorist benefits. This type of insurance is still fault-based, so we must prove you do not have the majority blame for the accident.

Other insurance that might kick in includes collision coverage, medical payments, or business liability. Call our office to discuss. We can figure out how to submit insurance claims in such a way as to maximize your compensation.

FAQs about Dentsville Car Accidents

How much time do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit?

The statute of limitations provides for three years to file a lawsuit. (South Carolina Code § 15-3-530.) If you miss the deadline, for whatever reason, then you can lose the ability to hold a negligent driver accountable. In some cases, you get less time, especially if you are suing the government for a dangerous road.

Will my case go to trial?

Probably not. Our strategy is to negotiate a settlement with the defendant’s insurance provider. We can point out how the insured was liable and then identify your damages. Negotiation can take months as we hammer out an agreement on fault and the value of a claim. However, in a small number of cases, negotiations could falter, and we have no choice but to litigate in court.

Should I call the police after a crash?

Yes. An officer’s crash report is an important piece of evidence. An officer can also talk to witnesses, which is important, especially if you are in too much pain to talk with them yourself.

Contact a Dentsville Car Accident Lawyer Today

Hart Law has represented men and women involved in a wide variety of South Carolina car accidents. Contact our office for assistance in understanding your rights at (803) 771-7701. We can summarize the steps to take to start an insurance claim or prepare to file a personal injury lawsuit. If hired, we will gather evidence and analyze your injuries to estimate the value of a claim. Our consultations are free.