Getting Fair Compensation When You're Hurt

If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation that can encompass various aspects of your life, including the following.


Medical Expenses

In the aftermath of an injury caused by someone else's negligence, the burden of medical expenses can be overwhelming. Personal injury lawyers in Charleston, SC, understand the financial strain medical bills can place on individuals and their families. We are committed to working on your behalf to ensure you receive reimbursement for all your medical costs. This includes expenses like hospital stays, surgeries, emergency care, long-term rehabilitation, physical therapy, and any ongoing medical treatment necessary for your recovery. Your attorney's goal is to ease the financial burden so that you can focus on your health and well-being.

Lost Income

Injuries often lead to missed work, and in more severe cases, they can result in permanent disability, impacting your ability to earn a living. A personal injury lawyer will calculate the value of the income you've lost due to your injury. Our legal team will consider your immediate time off work and the potential for future income loss. Working with financial experts helps ensure that your compensation claim accurately reflects these losses. This financial support is vital to help you maintain your financial stability while recovering and adapting to the changes in your work life.

Pain and Suffering

Personal injuries extend beyond physical pain. They often come with emotional and psychological suffering. This intangible aspect of your losses is a crucial part of your compensation. Our Charleston personal injury lawyers understand the far-reaching consequences of pain and suffering. We will work diligently to ensure these losses are accounted for in your claim. Pain and suffering can encompass the mental distress, trauma, anxiety, and emotional hardship you've experienced as a result of your injury. Your personal injury attorney will work to ensure that your compensation takes into consideration this essential aspect of your recovery.

Other Losses

You may suffer other losses in addition to medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. These can include property damage, such as damage to your vehicle in an auto accident or any other direct financial losses resulting from the incident. Your Charleston personal injury lawyer will assess your case to identify all potential losses and work to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. Our goal is to comprehensively address all aspects of your situation, alleviating the financial and emotional burdens you've faced due to the negligence of others.

How a Charleston Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help You

If you've been hurt in a South Carolina personal injury accident, our goal is to help you make a full and fair recovery.

We Will Investigate Your Claim

An experienced personal injury attorney will conduct a thorough investigation of your accident. This includes:

  • Consulting with accident reconstruction experts, as necessary
  • Interviewing witnesses
  • Obtaining any available video footage.
  • Thoroughly reviewing your medical records and consulting with your health care providers

A complete investigation will allow us to present the necessary evidence to prove your claim.

We Will Protect Your Rights

In South Carolina, there is a statute of limitations for personal injury claims, typically three years from the date of the injury. Missing this deadline could jeopardize your claim. A personal injury attorney will ensure you file your claim promptly to protect your rights and maximize your chances of success.

We Will Value Your Case

Determining the fair value of your case requires a comprehensive understanding of the law, medical expenses, and future needs. Our knowledgeable personal injury attorneys will work to get you fair compensation.

We Will Negotiate With Insurers

While insurance adjusters may offer settlements, their primary goal is to minimize payouts. A personal injury lawyer can assess the fairness of these offers and negotiate with the right insurance company to secure a more equitable settlement.

We Will Represent You in Court

If negotiations with insurers fail to yield a fair settlement, your lawyer can file a personal injury lawsuit and advocate for your rights in court. Our experienced personal injury lawyers will present your case to a judge and jury, seeking the fair compensation necessary to aid your recovery..

Dirk J. Derrick
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South Carolina Lawyer Dirk Derrick helps victims recover from car accidents, personal injury & wrongful death.