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Mark won my case and got me a big settlement. Before I hired Mark, I didn’t know where to get my car fixed, which doctor I should go to, or what to do about missing time from work. Mark took care of everything and answered all of my questions. Mark and his team were there every step of the way and took the burden off of me and my family. He was always available to talk to me whenever I had a question. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney.
We are car accident lawyers for victims throughout South Carolina. Contact us if you or a loved one were injured in a crash. We can help.
At Bringardner Injury Law Firm, our South Carolina car accident lawyers don’t just win – we set records.
We represent people who are hurt in car accidents throughout the state. Our team has secured some of the largest verdicts and settlements in South Carolina.
If you have been in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation. It’s our goal to provide exceptional legal service and world-class legal representation when people need it most. Contact us for a consultation about your situation and to see if we can assist you.
The insurance companies take us seriously because they know we’re willing to go to trial. A lot of lawyers talk about going to trial, but ultimately always settle at the last minute. The insurance companies know which laws will go to trial, and which do not.
Mark Bringardner has successfully recovered more than $100 million as a car accident lawyer serving South Carolina. He has been recognized as a The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and Top 40 under 40 lawyers in South Carolina.
His law firm exclusively represents individuals and families who have been hurt or killed due to wrongdoing. To see if you have a case and how Bringardner Injury Law Firm may be able to help, contact us for a free consultation.
Immediately after the car accident, you should seek medical attention. After securing medical attention for yourself and anyone else injured, you should gather information from the vehicle drivers, other vehicle occupants and witnesses. Take photos of the accident scene of the vehicles involved.
Call our law firm as soon as possible. If we represent you, we can gather the evidence and build the case. We conduct our own independent investigations. We then deal with the insurance companies and we can guide you through exactly what we need to do for the best possible outcome.
There are several important things that we do to build your case. We investigate – the police report is just the beginning. We gather evidence to prove the victim’s right to compensation and the appropriate settlement. Then, we evaluate the case and determine a legal strategy. Using our judgment and experience, we evaluate the amount of compensation the person deserves and the appropriate strategy to maximize the client’s result.
Some cases can be resolved through settlement negotiations directly with the insurance company. Because the insurance companies know that we’re trial lawyers, they take our negotiations seriously. We give our clients honest advice about whether they should accept a settlement or move forward to litigation.
Filing a lawsuit takes the case to court. The defense must respond to the lawsuit. We prepare legal documents, taking care of all the technicalities involved.
Through the discovery process, we gather additional information and narrow the issues in dispute. The discovery process allows us to prepare your case to present it at trial, if necessary. It also positions our clients for the best settlement possible. Discovery may include interrogatories, depositions, requests for admission, inspections, subpoenas, and other methods to develop the case and address disputed issues.
While we prepare each case for trial, we also pursue the possibility of a pre-trial resolution. We use demand letters, settlement negotiations and formal alternative dispute resolution to explore opportunities to resolve the case. We never suggest that a client accept a settlement unless it fairly represents their harms and losses under the circumstances.
Our team represents clients in all aspects of trial. We engage in jury selection, make opening statements, question witnesses, present evidence and make strategic decisions throughout the case. We’re with our clients and working on their behalf throughout the trial.
It can be difficult to pursue compensation without an attorney. The most common source for compensation following a car accident is through an insurance policy. Usually there are multiple insurance companies involved in car accident claims.
The insurance companies are professionals. They’ve spent years working to minimize and deny car accident payments. Although they might seem friendly if you speak to them right after a car accident, the truth is that they are not usually looking to help you. Without an attorney, you may be taken advantage of – and end up receiving a fraction of the compensation you deserve.
Having a an experienced lawyer gives you an advocate that’s on your side who knows the system. They can help determine what you should receive in compensation and pursue it effectively. Your attorney communicates with the insurance company for you, so you don’t have to worry about saying the wrong things or interpreting what the insurance company says.
Another important reason to have an attorney is to take care of legal procedures. A case must be filed correctly and in the right court. Much of a case is won or lost in preliminary procedures including motions and hearings, trial briefs and discovery. Your lawyer guides you and advocates for you through these steps. They understand the law and the process to pursue a solid case.
Hiring an attorney after a car accident ensures that each aspect of your case is handled by a professional, with the goal of maximizing your compensation and making the case efficient and manageable.
Generally, no. If you do, be careful speaking to the insurance company after a car accident. Remember, the insurance company cares about their bottom line – not making sure that you are fairly compensated. They may use what you say against you. They may say confusing things and offer a settlement that is far too low, hoping that you’ll be discouraged and accept.
It’s best to consult a lawyer as soon as possible. When our South Carolina car accident lawyers represent you, we handle speaking to the insurance company. Our team knows what to say – and what not to say. You don’t have to worry about speaking to the insurance company when our lawyers are handling your case.
Have you been injured in a car accident? You may have a case for compensation.
If you have been injured in a car accident, we invite you to have a free case consultation with the Bringardner Injury Law Firm. There’s no cost to see if we can assist you with legal representation. Free consultations are available, including to anyone who was injured while visiting South Carolina.
Call or message us for your free case evaluation with the South Carolina car accident lawyers from Bringardner Injury Law Firm.
We handle all types of car accident claims, including:
After a car accident, address your immediate safety. Call 911 whether or not you are the driver of the accident.
Seek medical attention for injuries. If you are able, help others get the medical attention they need.
To the extent that you can, document the accident scene. Take photos – with a phone is okay.
Ask all drivers for their license, vehicle and insurance information. Don’t worry about sorting out who is at fault yet – just collect the information.
Tend to your injuries. Continue to attend medical appointments and follow your health care instructions. Call our South Carolina car accident lawyers as soon as possible.
Driver action is the primary contributing factor in 82.73% of fatal accidents in South Carolina and 92.04% of all injury accidents in the state. The second-leading contributing factor in fatal accidents is non-motorist causes. In injury accidents, the second-leading contributing factor is environmental hazards. Vehicle defects are the primary contributing factor in 1.26% of injury accidents, or 1,861 collisions in South Carolina in 2021.
Driver factors: Too fast for conditions, failure to yield, improper lane change, following too closely, etc.
Roadway: Debris, non-highway work, obstruction in roadway, road surface condition, holes, bumps, missing control devices.
Non-motorist: Lack of attention, illegal presence in roadway, failure to yield right of way, lack of visibility, improper crossing.
Environmental: Animal in roadway, glare, weather, obstruction.
Vehicle defect: Brakes, steering, power failure or fault, tires, lights, cargo, windows/windshield
You can – and you should – have a lawyer for a car accident claim if you have sustained injuries. Their knowledge and skills can ensure you’re handling the claim correctly. A lawyer works to maximize your settlement and resolve your claim quickly.
No. It’s usually best to hire a lawyer right away. Having a lawyer to process a claim through the insurance company can protect you from the insurance company’s tactics. They won’t explain complicated legal questions or tell you what your case is really worth. If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may benefit from a lawyer whether or not your case goes to court.
A lawyer that handles car accident claims is a civil personal injury lawyer, also called “trial lawyer”. They represent an individual client – the person injured in the accident – to seek financial compensation for that person. The purpose of the claim is for the victim to receive compensation.
How long a car accident case takes varies. Some cases can be resolved in a matter of weeks, while others need more time to receive justice for the client. Our lawyers balance maximizing results with the need to resolve a case in a timely fashion. You only get one case, and it’s worth doing right.
At Bringardner Injury Law Firm, like virtually all personal injury law firms, we work on a contingency basis. That means our fee depends on the success of your case. You don’t pay a dime unless we secure a recovery for you, and how much it costs is tied to how much compensation we secure for you.
Minimum car insurance requirements in South Carolina are $25,000 per person bodily injury, $50,000 total bodily injury, and $25,000 for property damage. Drivers must also carry uninsured motorist coverage. Drivers may choose to have higher limits.
Get in touch with us today to get started on your free case review. After you submit your information, we will contact you as soon as possible before the end of the business day. We review all submissions as quickly as possible in the order in which they are received.
