South Carolina Slip and Fall Lawyer

If you or a loved one was hurt in a slip and fall accident in South Carolina, the attorneys at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC have the experience and resources to represent you. With decades of experience and hundreds of 5-star reviews, you can trust that our South Carolina slip and fall accident lawyers have your back. For a free case evaluation directly with an award-winning attorney, simply call our office today at (803) 888-2200.

What Types of Slip and Fall Accidents Does Your Law Firm Handle?

According to the National Floor Safety Institute, falls account for over 8 million hospital emergency room visits, the leading cause of visits. At Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, our lawyers handle slip and fall accidents caused by many different factors, including but not limited to:

• Wet/Slippery Floors
• Spills
• Cracked and Uneven Flooring
• Falling Debris or Items
• Loose, Uneven, or Broken Floors/Stairs/Sidewalks/Carpeting
• Unsafe Ladders
• Broken Handrails
• Faulty Escalators and Elevators
• Inadequate Lighting
• Hidden Wires
• Swimming Pool Falls
• And More.

Whether you fell and were hurt in a retail store, grocery store, hotel, lobby, apartment complex, restaurant, parking lot, at work, at someone’s home, or another location, it is in your best interest to speak with an experienced lawyer to protect your rights and understand your options under South Carolina law. Depending on where the accident happened, there are different responsibilities of the owner and classifications of visitors that may impact your case.

We can help you understand the law and liability based on the specifics of your case. Simply give us a call at (803) 888-2200 to speak directly with a reputable lawyer for free.

How Will a Lawyer Help Me?

Slip and fall accidents commonly result in injuries ranging greatly in severity, painful recovery processes, expensive and unexpected medical bills, emotional damages, and more. With decades of experience handling these types of claims, we understand the physical and emotional trauma that these accidents can have on those involved and their loved ones.

With Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC you can expect our team to:

• Conduct a thorough investigation into the accident by obtaining security footage, witness testimony, and more.
• Prove liability under South Carolina law, holding the responsible parties accountable and ensuring you are eligible to receive compensation.
• Protect you from common defense tactics, such as lowballing your settlement offer, denying fault, downplaying your injuries, ignoring communication, asking misleading questions, and more.
• Ensure you receive the entirety of what you’re owed for all past, present, and future damages related to the accident.
• Keep you posted on the status of your case every step of the way.

Compensation Available After a Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident in South Carolina

Our lawyers will work with you to ensure you get the entirety of the compensation you deserve specific to the details of your case. There are many general forms of compensation you may be entitled to, including but not limited to compensation for:

Medical Bills – Such as emergency room care costs, screenings/scans, prescription medication, surgery, rehabilitation costs such as physical therapy, and more. For your convenience, our team has a dedicated medical records coordinator who will keep track of your bills, payments, dates, and more.

Lost Wages – If the injuries kept you or your loved ones out of work, we will seek compensation for the lost past and future wages and benefits. 

Other Damages – You may also qualify to seek compensation for additional damages such as:

• Pain and suffering
• Punitive damages
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Reduced earning capacity
• Property damage
• Emotional trauma, and more.

To understand how much you may be entitled to following a slip and fall accident in South Carolina, contact our office today and speak with a lawyer.

Fatal Slip and Fall Accidents

If the slip and fall accident resulted in loss of life, we are so sorry. In fatal fall accident cases, our compassionate attorneys will take on the legal burden to ensure you and your family are focused on healing. We will secure you compensation for all damages and expenses associated with the injuries and death. This includes compensation for any medical expenses incurred prior to the passing, funeral costs, loss of consortium, emotional damages, and much more. While we understand that no amount of compensation can replace what is gone, we have found that the process can provide justice and a sense of closure to loved ones.

Get a Free Case Evaluation Today

The award-winning South Carolina premises liability attorneys and slip and fall lawyers are here and ready to fight for you. Allow us to fight to secure you with the justice and compensation you deserve for the best future possible. 

For a free case evaluation directly with an experienced attorney, call our office at (803) 888-2200 or complete our secure online form. We are available for you via phone 24/7 and look forward to serving you.

Additional Frequently Asked Questions

What If the Fall Happened At Work?

If the accident happened while you were on the job or performing duties for your job, you will likely be filing a workers’ compensation claim. In some cases, you may also qualify for a third-party claim on top of the workers’ compensation claim. 

Our law firm focuses on personal injury and workers compensation cases, so we can handle both the workers compensation claim and potential third-party claim. 

To learn more, call our team today.

How Long Do I Have to File a Claim After a Fall?

Typically, you have three years to file a lawsuit following a slip and fall accident that left you or a loved one injured or worse in South Carolina. However, there are exceptions to this statute that may reduce that timeline up to a full year. 

In addition, there are many benefits to contacting a lawyer sooner than later. For example, your lawyer will be able to secure and preserve critical evidence, get accurate recounts of the accident, ensure you meet the deadlines, fully optimize your claim, and much more.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire Your Legal Team?

The team at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC does not charge any up-front or out-of-pocket fees. Instead, we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning we collect a percentage of the total compensation earned on your behalf at the end of your case. If, for some reason, no recovery is earned on your behalf then you owe our team nothing.