Driving without valid proof of insurance can lead to fines, license suspension, and vehicle impoundment in South Carolina. While the state requires all drivers to carry current insurance documentation in the vehicle at all times, many motorists still have questions about specifics. A South Carolina car accident lawyer can help you if you face charges …
After an accident, a police report is a critical tool to document what occurred and to gather all evidence in the case. You will need to file a car accident police report with the officer at the scene or later at the local police department. At the Shelly Leeke Law Firm, our North Charleston car …
Did your friend or family member cause the collision you were recently involved in? Have your injuries had a significant impact on your life, or are expected to well into the future? If so, you may be considering your legal options and wondering how you can get justice. We understand how sensitive car accidents involving …
Calling the police after a motor vehicle accident is almost always in your best interests. Even if you believe the accident is seemingly minor, having law enforcement officials respond to the accident scene can offer valuable evidence that can support your case with the insurance company or at trial. Unfortunately, many injury victims make the …
Car accidents are an ordeal, even in the most minor circumstances. In the best-case scenario, you may have to take time to get to the repair shop for minor scuffs or damages. In a more severe accident, you may have to deal with replacing your car and the hassle of car shopping and getting a …
Driving a borrowed car adds complications if you’re in an accident, especially determining liability insurance coverage. The vehicle owner and driver’s policies combine to cover damages, but settlement negotiations grow complex with split liability between companies. A South Carolina car accident lawyer can help you understand how responsibility is assigned, along with proactive legal guidance …
Distracted driving has become one of the most common causes of motor vehicle accidents across the state of South Carolina and the entire country. While law enforcement officials continue to crack down by issuing traffic citations, it can be incredibly difficult for texting and driving to be proven in civil court when a distracted driver …
If your car is destroyed in an accident, your insurance provider may declare your vehicle as a “total loss.” At this point, your insurer may use your vehicle’s fair market value (FMV) to determine how much money to give you. In a case where someone else is responsible for your collision, a North Charleston car …
Student drivers need as much road practice as possible if they are going to improve their driving skills and learn to operate a motor vehicle as safely as possible. Unfortunately, student drivers may also be at risk of causing severe collisions while learning how to drive. If you have suffered serious injuries in a student …
If you were recently injured in a rideshare accident, you may be anxious to hold the liable party accountable. After all, you should never be forced to pay for the expenses of an accident that is not your fault. Establishing liability for the collision is crucial, as negligent parties can be required to compensate injury …
