South Carolina Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

The South Carolina pedestrian accident attorneys at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC have a track record of success inside and outside of the courtroom for South Carolina personal injury cases, including pedestrian accident cases. For a free case evaluation directly with an award-winning South Carolina injury lawyer, call our office today at (803) 888-2200 or email info@ctlawsc.com and a member of our team will be in touch shortly.

What Are The Leading Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in South Carolina?

Pedestrian accidents are common in South Carolina. In most cases, these accidents are caused by negligent automobile drivers. Leading causes of pedestrian accidents include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, poor road design, poor road maintenance, disobeying traffic signs, and poor visibility. As South Carolina personal injury lawyers, we see the impact that negligent drivers can have on accident victims and their loved ones. We are here to help you seek justice, compensation, and to secure the best outcome possible for your future.

How Can An Experienced Attorney Help After a Pedestrian Accident?

At Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, we focus on obtaining the compensation our clients deserve for the physical, financial, and emotional damages that follow unexpected accidents. We believe that you should not be left to handle the legal process on your own, which is why we do not charge any up-front or out-of-pocket fees to talk to or hire our team. 

With our firm on your side, you can expect our team to:

• Ensure you are getting the treatment needed to protect your health and get you back on track.
• Fight relentlessly to get you the maximum compensation for your injuries and damages.
• Regularly update you on the status of your case and what to expect next throughout the legal process.
• Collect critical evidence for your case, such as photos, videos, witness testimony, black box data, security footage, and more.
• Secure expert testimony.
• Obtain your medical records and keep all essential documents organized.
• Prove liability and negligence pursuant to South Carolina law.
• Prove and value all of your past, present, and future damages so you understand how much your case is truly worth.
• Fight for you in court if the insurance company will not offer you a fair settlement. 

With hundreds of 5-star reviews, you can trust that our team has your back. We’re here to help you in every way that we can. If you’re ready to get justice, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We’re here and ready to fight for you.

What Can I Seek Compensation For?

Under South Carolina law, you can seek compensation for all damages related to the accident as long as you were found to be no more than 50% at-fault for the accident. Generally, there are a few forms of compensation you can seek in your personal injury claim following a pedestrian accident that resulted in injury.

Economic Damages: These damages tend to have a direct monetary value and include damages such as:

• Medical Expenses: Emergency care, follow up appointments, scans, medications, surgeries, rehabilitation costs, future care needs, and more.
• Lost Wages: If the accident required you to miss work, you can seek compensation for your lost wages.
• Reduced Earning Capacity: If you are no longer able to return to your role in the same capacity, you can seek reduced earning capacity compensation.
• Property Damage: You can seek compensation for any personal belongings damaged in the accident such as phones, clothing, jewelry, and more.

Non-Economic Damages: These can often be more difficult to value without an experienced attorney on your side, and seek compensation for damages including but not limited to:

• Pain and Suffering
• Mental Anguish
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Diminished Quality of Life
• Scarring
• Disfigurement
• And more.

Punitive Damages: In some instances, depending on the factors of your case, you may also qualify for punitive damages, which are awarded by the jury to punish the defendant and prevent others from behaving the same way in the future. For example, if the driver who hit you or your loved one was driving while under the influence, you will likely qualify for punitive damages.

Wrongful Death: If the accident resulted in tragic loss of life, we are so sorry. Our team will work with you to file a wrongful death claim to seek compensation for related expenses like funeral and burial costs, medical expenses incurred before the passing, loss of consortium, emotional distress, and more.

To learn what you may be entitled to, please don’t hesitate to contact our team today at (803) 888-2200. For your convenience, we are available for you 24/7 via phone.

What Are Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries?

Pedestrian accidents typically result in some form of injury. From soft tissue injuries and broken bones to paralysis and traumatic brain injuries, these accidents can cause injuries ranging greatly in severity. While every case is different, pedestrian accidents are traumatic for those involved. Your top priority should be healing and recovering – allow us to handle the legal intricacies for you.

Do You Offer Free Case Evaluations?

We do! The South Carolina personal injury attorneys at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC offer complimentary case evaluations directly with a reputable pedestrian injury attorney. For a free case evaluation, call our office at (803) 888-2200, email info@ctlawsc.com, or complete our secure online form and a member of our team will be in touch shortly. 

In addition, our team works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you do not owe us anything up front or out of pocket. Instead, our team receives a percentage of the total compensation earned on your behalf at the end of the case.

 South Carolina Pedestrian Accident FAQs

How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?

There is a maximum amount of time that you have to initiate legal proceedings following a pedestrian accident. This is called the Statute of Limitations. 

In South Carolina, you generally have three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. However, if the accident involved a government entity, that time is reduced. 

While three years from the date of the accident may seem like a long time, there are many benefits to consulting with an attorney and filing a claim as soon as possible. One reason why is that acting quickly helps preserve critical evidence for your claim like witness statements, security footage, and other important data that can be lost and/or lose credibility as time passes.

Who Pays for My Damages?

Typically, we will seek compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurance company for your damages following a pedestrian accident resulting in injury in South Carolina. In the Palmetto State, drivers are required to carry at least $25,000 in liability coverage. If the at-fault party only has minimum coverage and your damages are more than $25,000, then we will explore other avenues of coverage. Our lawyers will leave no stone unturned to ensure we get you the compensation you deserve. 

What Are Some Recent South Carolina Pedestrian Accident Statistics?

The most recent traffic collision report from the South Carolina Department of Public Safety highlights important data regarding pedestrian accidents. 

• One pedestrian is killed every 2.1 days in South Carolina.
• One bicyclist is killed every 14.6 days.
• In 2022, there were 634 pedestrian accident injury collisions and 144 fatal collisions.

The report also notes that, “The severity of traffic collisions are affected by the types of units involved. A unit is defined as any motorized road vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist, animal drawn vehicle, or animal with human rider.”

Pedestrians were the 4th most common unit involved in fatal collisions, following automobiles, SUVs, and Pickup trucks, in that order.