When a serious accident or the loss of a loved one turns your life upside down, the path forward can seem overwhelming. Medical bills, funeral expenses, lost wages, and emotional trauma create mounting pressure at a time when you should be focused on healing.
Whether you are hurt or grieving for a family member, having the right legal representation is crucial. At Pracht Injury Lawyers, we shoulder the legal burden so you can concentrate on what matters most – your recovery and your family. Whether you need a Clemson personal injury lawyer or a Clemson wrongful death lawyer, you can count on us for compassionate guidance, honest answers, and zealous advocacy.
Types of Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Cases We Handle
As the victim of an accident, you deserve an advocate who will work closely with you to pursue full and fair compensation for any losses you have. Our skilled personal injury attorneys in Clemson, SC, handle most types of cases, including:
Car Accidents
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of serious injury in Aiken. Common factors include texting while driving, excessive speed, driver exhaustion, and operating vehicles while intoxicated. Many victims struggle with insurance companies that attempt to reduce compensation, making it essential to have an experienced Clemson personal injury lawyer to advocate for your interests and fair settlement.
Truck Accidents
Due to the extreme weight and size disparity between passenger cars and 18-wheelers, commercial truck collisions often result in severe injuries. Truck accidents may involve federal transportation laws and implicate multiple parties, including the driver, trucking business, and cargo loaders. Quick action is often necessary to gather and preserve vital evidence, such as electronic logging devices and maintenance documentation.
Motorcycle Accidents
Many car and truck drivers either overlook motorcyclists or disregard their legal right to road access. Motorcycle accidents may cause head trauma, spinal injuries, and extensive skin abrasions that require long-term medical care. Insurance companies and juries don’t always treat motorcyclists fairly, but our Clemson personal injury lawyers recognize biases that may hurt our clients and understand how to overcome them.
Drunk Driving Accidents and Dram Shop Cases
Alcohol-impaired drivers often cause serious collisions, but they may not be the only ones responsible for drunk driving accidents. In South Carolina, drunk driving victims may be able to seek damages from establishments that negligently served alcohol under specific conditions. We diligently pursue compensation from every responsible party in drunk driving cases.
Defective Highway and Construction
Flawed roadway engineering, neglected maintenance, and unsafe construction areas can create significant hazards for motorists. These situations may require claims against governmental bodies, construction firms, or contractors tasked with maintaining road safety. We meticulously document dangerous conditions and collaborate with engineering specialists to demonstrate how defective highway and construction conditions contribute to accidents.
Premises Liability Accidents
Property owners are legally responsible for maintaining safe conditions and alerting visitors to possible dangers. Slip and fall incidents and other premises liability accidents can result in significant injuries, including fractured bones, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord injuries.
Medical Malpractice
When health care professionals deviate from accepted care standards, patients may suffer serious medical malpractice injuries. Medical malpractice incidents include but are not limited to delayed diagnoses, incorrect treatment plans, or surgical errors that can lead to additional complications, lasting disability, or loss of life.
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Senior citizens deserve respectful and competent care in residential facilities. Warning signs of nursing home abuse or neglect include but are not limited to unusual bruising, weight loss, pressure ulcers, or unexpected changes in mood or behavior. We assist families in pursuing justice if their loved one is hurt in a Clemson nursing home.
Workplace Accidents
If you suffer a workplace injury, you may be able to file a workers’ compensation or third-party claim for compensation. A Clemson personal injury lawyer can help you understand your rights, get the medical care you deserve, and fight for fair compensation after a workplace accident.
Drowning Accidents
Drownings can happen in community pools, private pools, water parks, hotels, aquatic centers, coastal areas, and lakes. Our experienced Clemson injury lawyers will thoroughly investigate your case to determine if insufficient barriers, malfunctioning safety equipment, inadequate emergency response protocols, or other factors caused the drowning.
Daycare Neglect and Abuse
Incidents of daycare neglect and abuse typically reveal insufficient staffing, hazardous conditions, or violations of safety regulations. We support families in seeking accountability while pursuing compensation for medical costs and other damages related to childcare injuries.
Police Chase and Police Misconduct
There is often a presumption that the police are right. However, law enforcement pursuits and police misconduct happen and can cause significant injuries. Building these cases may require thoroughly examining department policies, video evidence, and eyewitness accounts to establish responsibility. We defend victims' constitutional rights while pursuing claims against government agencies and officers who exceed their authority.
Wrongful Death
The loss of a loved one due to another's negligence or misconduct often creates profound emotional and financial hardship for families. These cases can arise from various circumstances, including but not limited to motor vehicle accidents, medical errors, defective products, abuse, neglect, or workplace incidents. We help surviving family members pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, pain, suffering, loss of companionship, and other damages while handling legal matters with the sensitivity wrongful death cases deserve.
What to Do After a Personal Injury Accident
When you are hurt in a personal injury, knowing how to protect yourself and preserve your case is critical to your recovery. If you are physically able, we encourage you to:
- Report the accident
- Take photos and video of the accident scene and your injuries
- Get the contact information of the parties involved and any witnesses
- Get medical care immediately
Then, contact a Clemson personal injury lawyer to discuss your potential claim.
Mistakes to Avoid After a Clemson Personal Injury Accident
It is essential to take the steps described above after an accident, and it is just as essential to avoid common mistakes that could hurt your recovery. For example, you should:
- Avoid making any statement of fault or being "sorry" for what occurred. When sharing information with the police or insurance company, only provide the facts without speculation.
- Stay off social media after your accident. Even though you may want to blame someone or hold them accountable, anything you post on social media could be used against you later.
- Do not assume the insurance company is working on your behalf. Their job is to pay you as little as possible after an accident so that they maximize their profits.
- Contact a Clemson personal injury lawyer before it’s too late. Do not wait until the statute of limitations is about to run out to contact a lawyer. You may lose critical evidence and risk your recovery if you wait too long to call an attorney.
Potential Damages After Clemson Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Accidents
While every situation is unique, you may be able to recover compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages and work benefits
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Diminished quality of life
In wrongful death cases, our legal team may pursue fair compensation for additional losses, such as funeral costs, loss of consortium, and other damages.