Inman, SC Car Accident Lawyers

We get into our vehicles every single day knowing that a car accident is possible—and yet, we never expect it when it does happen. With over 147,000 crashes each year in South Carolina, a car accident happens almost every 3.5 minutes in this state. It is crucial that you know your rights after a collision—and we’re here to help.

At Nowell Law Firm, we understand that a car accident can derail your plans, leave you without a vehicle, and take a financial toll. Let us help you fight for the compensation you deserve after an Inman car crash. Call us at 864-707-1785 to set up a consultation with our team now.

Car Accidents in South Carolina

South Carolina’s bustling roadway system covers thousands of miles of metro areas, rural areas, and suburban communities. It should come as no surprise that there are close to 150,000 crashes each year, per the South Carolina Traffic Collision Fact Book. Unfortunately, accident numbers are trending in the wrong direction in general. Between 2020 and 2021, fatal collisions jumped a sizable 15.4%, resulting in 1,112 traffic deaths. Serious injury collisions and total collisions also saw large increases—8.9% and 21.8%, respectively.

Common Causes of Vehicle Crashes

The Traffic Collision Fact Book provides a lot of insight into what causes South Carolina traffic accidents. Across all fatal crashes, roughly 83% are the result of driver error. Across all collisions, 92% of collisions are the result of a driver’s mistake. To get more specific, some common causes of South Carolina traffic accidents include:

• Disregarding traffic signs and signals

• Driving while distracted and inattentive

• Failing to yield the right of way

• Driving while fatigued

• Aggressive driving

• Over-correcting or over-steering

• Swerving to avoid an object or obstacle

• Improper lane usage or changes

• Driving too fast for conditions or over the speed limit

• Making improper turns

There are non-driver-related issues that may lead to collisions. For example, a defunct vehicle component may choose the worst possible moment to fail completely, causing the car to spin out in front of other vehicles. Roads may be poorly maintained or lack appropriate signage, leading to preventable collisions. But across the board, driver error is the most common concern.

Are You Entitled to Compensation?

If your accident is the result of another driver’s error, a faulty vehicle component, or road maintenance issues, you may have a valid personal injury claim against the liable party. A lot depends on your ability to prove the other party’s negligence—and that’s why it’s important to talk to a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after your accident.

You may be entitled to multiple types of compensation after a collision. First, you may be owed compensation for your measurable financial losses. This includes losses like your medical expenses, time away from work, lost income, and property damage. You may also be owed money for your non-financial losses, such as pain and suffering, mental anguish and trauma, disability, and disfigurement. It’s important to choose an experienced car accident lawyer, as they know how to calculate your losses accurately and in a way that gives you a chance at getting what you deserve.

Important Forms of Evidence

Every personal injury claim is built on evidence, and car accidents are no different. Your attorney will use a variety of types of evidence to demonstrate the other party’s liability and demand fair compensation from the insurance company. Evidence you may want to collect during this process includes:

• Police report: A police report includes statements from both drivers, observations from other parties, and an overview of the crash scene. It also provides information about any citations issued to either party, which may help your attorney determine liability.

• Photos and video footage: It’s crucial to get this evidence at the scene of the crash, as it can go a long way in proving what happened and who was in the wrong.

• Injuries: Keep copies of your medical reports and photos of your injuries. This documentation can link your injuries to the collision and demonstrate the extent of your losses.

• Damage to the vehicles: Repair estimates and photos of vehicular damage may also help prove what happened. For example, rear-end vehicles cause very similar damage to all types of vehicles—and when you can identify rear-end damage, the fault lies with the vehicle driver who hit the vehicle in front almost every time.

• Eyewitness statements: This includes statements from both drivers, occupants of the vehicles, and those who observed the crash from outside the vehicles.
• Expert witness testimony: Outside experts may need to provide insight, particularly in complex cases where liability is in question and the evidence appears to contradict itself. Accident reconstruction experts, vocational experts, medical experts, and rehabilitative experts can all provide in-depth explanations for various aspects of the accident.

How Nowell Law Firm Can Help

The team at Nowell Law Firm has helped many car accident victims in and around Inman demand the full and fair compensation they are owed. We know how insurance companies save money by denying victims the money they’re owed after an accident, and thanks to our years of experience, we know how to fight back against these efforts and hold negligent drivers accountable.

We’ll begin with a thorough investigation of your accident. While you focus on your recovery, we will figure out what happened and who’s liable. Using the evidence we’ve gathered, we’ll build a case proving liability to the insurance company and holding their client accountable. This puts us in the perfect position for negotiations. Most claims end during negotiations and result in a settlement—but if your case goes to court, know that our trial-tested attorneys are more than ready to fight for you there.

Contact Us Today to Start Your Claim

The sooner you begin working with the team at Nowell Law Firm, the sooner we can start crafting your case. Let’s set up a consultation now. Give us a call at 864-707-1785 or get in touch online and have a team member reach out to you.