Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian Accidents in South Carolina

Pedestrian accidents in South Carolina can cause life-changing injuries, and questions of crosswalk right-of-way often decide who was at fault.

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How fault works

Modified comparative negligence, 51% bar

When someone on foot is struck by a vehicle, often in busy, tourist-heavy areas near Charleston or Myrtle Beach, the injuries can be severe and fault frequently comes down to who had the right of way. South Carolina's modified comparative negligence 51% bar means an injured pedestrian can still recover as long as they were not more than 50% at fault, though the award is reduced by their share, so a claim that the pedestrian darted out deserves careful scrutiny. As an at-fault state, South Carolina holds the responsible driver accountable for the harm caused. You generally have three years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury claim. FaultFreeClaims can connect you with an independent, licensed South Carolina attorney to protect your side of the story.

What decides a pedestrian accident claim in South Carolina

Drivers say the person stepped out. Where the damage sits on the car — hood, bumper, mirror — answers that better than either statement.
A visiting driver's rental car goes back to the counter within days, and the damage goes with it.
The crash report often gets written from the driver's account alone, because you may have been in an ambulance when the officer took statements.
Crossing mid-block puts some of the fault on you, and in South Carolina anything past 50% ends the claim rather than merely reducing what you recover.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I recover if I was partly at fault as a pedestrian in South Carolina?

Yes, as long as you were not more than 50% at fault under the state's 51% bar, and your recovery is then reduced by your percentage. An independent attorney we match you with can challenge an unfair fault assessment.

How long do I have to file a pedestrian accident claim in South Carolina?

Generally three years from the date you were injured. An independent South Carolina attorney can explain any exceptions, and we can connect you with one.

Does it cost anything to get connected?

No. Getting connected with an attorney through FaultFreeClaims is free and comes with no obligation. We are not a law firm — we connect you with independent, licensed attorneys.

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