Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Charleston, SC

In South Carolina, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is 3 years from the date of the injury under S.C. Code § 15-3-530. This means you generally have 3 years to file a pedestrian accident lawsuit, or you risk losing your right to seek compensation entirely. While 3 years may seem like sufficient time, evidence can disappear and witness memories fade quickly, so acting sooner strengthens your case significantly. Contact our Charleston office at (843) 790-8999 for a free consultation to protect your rights.

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 Charleston pedestrian accident attorneys know how to counter these tactics and build a strong case that accurately reflects the other party's negligence. Call (843) 790-8999 for a free case review.

Every pedestrian accident case is unique, and the value depends on several factors specific to your situation, including the severity of your injuries, whether the driver violated traffic laws such as speeding, running a red light, or failing to yield, your medical expenses including future surgeries and rehabilitation, lost wages and diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, and any permanent disability or disfigurement. 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 Charleston office at (843) 790-8999 for a free, no-obligation consultation.

Call 911 immediately — pedestrian accidents often result in serious, life-threatening injuries that require emergency medical treatment. If you are able, stay at the scene and try to identify the vehicle and driver involved. Take photos of the accident scene, your injuries, traffic signals, crosswalks, and any skid marks or vehicle debris. Get contact information from witnesses and ensure a police report is filed. Do not accept blame or give recorded statements to the driver's insurance company, and contact a pedestrian accident attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights. A pedestrian accident attorney from our Charleston 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 (843) 790-8999 for a free consultation.

At Roden Law, we handle all pedestrian accident 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 Charleston office at (843) 790-8999 for a free case evaluation with no financial risk or obligation.