Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Columbia, SC

In South Carolina, you generally have 3 years from the date of the medical treatment or the date you discovered (or should have discovered) the injury to file a medical malpractice lawsuit under S.C. Code § 15-3-545. South Carolina also imposes a 6-year statute of repose as an outer time limit. Additionally, South Carolina requires that you file a Notice of Intent to File Suit and obtain an expert affidavit before bringing a malpractice claim, which takes additional time to prepare. Contact our Columbia office at (803) 219-2816 as soon as possible so we can begin this process promptly.

Under South Carolina's modified comparative negligence, you can still recover damages as long as you are not more than 50% responsible for the accident (i.e., less than 51% at fault). Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are found 20% at fault and your total damages are $100,000, you would receive $80,000. However, if you are found 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover any compensation at all. Insurance companies frequently attempt to shift blame to injury victims to reduce or deny payouts. Our Columbia medical malpractice attorneys know how to counter these tactics and build a strong case that accurately reflects the other party's negligence. Call (803) 219-2816 for a free case review.

Every medical malpractice case is unique, and the value depends on several factors specific to your situation, including the severity of harm caused by the medical error, additional medical treatment required to correct the mistake, lost wages and diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, and the long-term impact on your health and quality of life. There is no fixed formula for calculating what a case is worth — it depends entirely on the facts and circumstances involved. Insurance companies often make lowball initial offers hoping you will accept less than your case is truly worth. At Roden Law, we have recovered over $250 million for our clients across Georgia and South Carolina and can provide an honest, thorough evaluation of your case. Contact our Columbia office at (803) 219-2816 for a free, no-obligation consultation.

Request copies of all your medical records, including imaging, lab results, and physician notes. Seek a second opinion from another qualified healthcare provider to confirm whether a medical error occurred. Document everything — keep a detailed journal of your symptoms, treatments, and how the injury has affected your daily life. Do not confront the healthcare provider directly about the error. Contact a medical malpractice attorney who can evaluate your case and arrange for an expert medical review to determine whether the standard of care was violated. A medical malpractice attorney from our Columbia office can handle all communications with insurance companies, gather and preserve critical evidence, consult with experts, and build a strong case on your behalf so you can focus on your recovery. Call Roden Law at (803) 219-2816 for a free consultation.

At Roden Law, we handle all medical malpractice cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney fees unless we win your case. Our fee comes as a percentage of the settlement or verdict we recover for you — if we do not win, you do not pay. There are no hidden costs, consultation fees, or hourly charges. This arrangement ensures that everyone has access to experienced legal representation regardless of their financial situation. Contact our Columbia office at (803) 219-2816 for a free case evaluation with no financial risk or obligation.