Initiating a claim for a pedestrian accident can be intimidating, yet securing compensation for sustained injuries and damages is frequently essential. Grasping the necessary steps and legal stipulations is essential for securing a potential successful result. A North Charleston pedestrian accident lawyer at Shelly Leeke Law Firm can provide valuable insights and strategies to navigate …
What Are My Rights if I Am Injured in an Accident with an Uber or Lyft?
Despite the ever-increasing popularity of rideshare services, there continue to be reports of devastating collisions involving Uber and Lyft. Fortunately, injury victims are not without legal recourse when another party’s negligence is the cause of the wreck. With help from a highly qualified South Carolina Uber and Lyft accident lawyer, you can exercise your rights …
What Is Mediation and How Does It Work?
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution required by some counties in South Carolina before a case proceeds in court. Mediation allows the two parties in a lawsuit to reach an agreement where both parties are mutually accepting of the outcome. Mediation is guided by a mediator who facilitates conversations between the parties to …
Most Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
When you are struck by a car while walking, the injuries you sustain may be life-changing. Even if they are not life-threatening, the injuries you endure could have a substantial impact on virtually every aspect of your life. By establishing liability for your injuries and damages, you can ensure the at-fault party is held accountable …
How Long do You Have to Report a Motorcycle Accident?
Motorcycle accidents occur often in South Carolina. Injured parties must adhere to the statute of limitations in South Carolina, which is a time period during which the injured party must assert their legal claims against the defendant. A South Carolina motorcycle accident lawyer can help you with every aspect of your motorcycle accident case. The …
How Is a Personal Injury Settlement Determined?
Personal injury settlements are based on several factors. For experienced help with your South Carolina personal injury claim, contact a Charleston personal injury attorney. The attorneys at the Shelly Leeke Law Firm serve residents of Charleston and the surrounding communities with their personal injury claims. Call today – 1-888-690-0211.
How Is Pain and Suffering Calculated in a Motorcycle Accident Case?
After being involved in a motorcycle accident, when someone else is responsible, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. However, many motorcycle accident victims are unaware of the true value of their claims. If you thought you could only receive compensation for out-of-pocket or economic damages, you may be pleasantly surprised to discover …
What Damages Can I Collect for a Motorcycle Accident?
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident in South Carolina, it is in your best interests to seek damages. You can request compensation to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and other economic and non-economic losses you incur. To do so, it helps to partner with an experienced South Carolina motorcycle accident lawyer. The …
Why Do I Need a Dog Bite Lawyer?
Dog attacks can be nasty events with unforeseen financial consequences. Victims and their families often have to face these consequences alone, sometimes at the expense of their livelihoods. By contacting a South Carolina dog bite lawyer from Shelley Leek Law Firm today, victims of dog bites can take the first steps in recovering what was …
Can You Sue if a Police Dog Bites You?
In South Carolina, the liability in a dog attack is overseen by a legal code known as strict liability. This means the dog owner or the dog’s caretaker is liable for any damages a victim suffers if the dog attacks or bites as long as the victim is in a public place, lawfully on private …