Car Wrecks & Tractor-Trailer Accidents
Rock Hill, South Carolina, Car Wreck Injury Lawyers
In the state of South Carolina, if you are found to be 51% or more at-fault in a car or truck accident, you cannot recover damages. Additionally, under the state's modified comparative fault principle, even if you are 50% or less at fault, your amount of financial recovery will be reduced by the percentage of your fault. For example, if you suffer losses equal to $50,000 but are deemed to be 30% at fault, you can only recover 70% or $35,000 in damages. As such, insurance companies have a financial incentive to thoroughly investigate car and truck accidents and assign as much blame as possible to other drivers.
At the Jordan Law Firm, our attorneys work with experienced accident investigators in determining what exactly happened in a car or truck wreck and in identifying the at-fault driver. We also help our clients file insurance claims to recover the benefits they are entitled to under the terms of their policy.
Our experience, reputation and integrity are the hallmarks of our personal injury practice. We help those involved in car wrecks or tractor-trailer crashes, as well as those injured in collisions with vans, buses and school buses. We also represent bicyclists and motorcyclists. If you have been harmed in a car wreck or tractor-trailer crash caused by another driver, contact our car accident attorneys so we can hear the details. We can help you obtain the financial compensation you need.
Experience, Reputation and Integrity Working for You
Evaluating all of the facts of a motor vehicle accident requires skill and experience. We research and investigate every possible cause of a car wreck or tractor-trailer crash while you concentrate on recovering from your injuries. We can assist in locating the appropriate medical specialist and try to make arrangements with your medical care providers to wait for payment until your case is resolved through settlement or trial.
Two important legal concepts that govern all of these cases are negligence and reasonable care. A person who operates a motor vehicle must exercise reasonable care under the circumstances. If a driver negligently operates a car or tractor-trailer, that person may be required to pay damages due to a failure to exercise reasonable care. Failure to use reasonable care is the basis in most lawsuits for damages caused by auto, truck and tractor-trailer accidents.
A number of specific factors must be carefully examined when determining negligence in car wrecks, tractor-trailer crashes, or bicycle / motorcycle accidents, including:
- Driving too fast or too slowly
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Failing to signal while turning
- Disregarding weather or traffic conditions
- Disobeying traffic signs or signals
- Failing to drive on the right side of the road
- Improperly serviced vehicles
- Poorly maintained roads
- Malfunctioning traffic control signals
Yet another reason we can successfully represent you after your tractor-trailer crash or trucking and commercial vehicle accident: Our motor vehicle accident injury lawyers stay abreast of federal motor carrier safety regulations, and know exactly what possible causes to look for, such as driver fatigue, road rage, excess loads, inadequate inspection and poor vehicle maintenance. And because professional drivers are held to a higher standard of safety than private civilian drivers, we look into such issues as the training methods and hiring procedures in place at their company.
Your Initial Consultation
Call our Rock Hill personal injury attorneys to get answers about the car wreck or tractor-trailer crash that injured you and to learn your legal options. We're also available via fax and e-mail to arrange your initial consultation.
At the Jordan Law Firm, we take pride in our experience, reputation and integrity. Contact us today to discuss how we can protect your rights and best interests. Let us help you secure the financial compensation you deserve.
