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• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Accidents Involving Children & Minors
• Wrongful Death
• Workers' Compensation
• Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure
• Social Security Disability
• Bicycle & Pedestrian Accidents
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Dog Bites
• Nursing Home Abuse

How do I know if I have been offered a fair settlement for my injuries in an injury claim in South Carolina?

A: If you have been injured in a car accident in South Carolina, it will be difficult to know if you have been offered a fair settlement for your South Carolina personal injury claim. The insurance company will not necessarily offer you a settlement that encompasses the full range of your injuries, so you cannot count on their offer to be adequate, particularly if you are handling the negotiations on your own.

Personal injury law in South Carolina can be complicated and unless you are experienced in that area, you cannot know for sure if your settlement is truly fair.

On the other hand, a Charleston personal injury lawyer will be able to look at the facts of your case, your injuries and the impact they have had on your life to determine whether the settlement you have been offered is fair. 

A settlement offer that doesn't take into account the long-term effects of your injuries and their impact on your lifestyle is most likely not being given with your best interests in mind.  

A Charleston personal injury lawyer can help you to assess the fairness of a settlement by: 

• determining the full extent of your injuries (including future care and treatment);
• calculating the amount of lost wages and earning potential;
• recognizing non-economic losses (such as emotional trauma, reduced quality of life, etc.);
• identifying any third-party claims that may be included; and
• consulting with accident investigation specialists and medical specialists. 

There are many aspects to a South Carolina personal injury claim that the average citizen is unaware of. You are more likely to recover what is fair in your settlement with the help of a South Carolina personal injury lawyer.

Contacting a Charleston Personal Injury Lawyer 

Before you file a South Carolina personal injury claim, request a copy of our free South Carolina accident guide. When you're ready to get started on settling your accident claim, contact a South Carolina personal injury attorney for a free information packet and consultation, 1-888-690-0211

1. Do you have total expected medical bills and lost wages (not just out-of-pocket expenses) of at least $2,000.00?
2. Is there visible property damage to your car?
3. Was the accident someone else’s fault?
4. Did you seek medical treatment no more than (3) days after the accident?
5. Have you followed the recommended course of treatment of your doctor?
6. Did the accident happen less than 18 months ago?
   

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