Columbia, South Carolina Personal
Injury and Accident Lawyers

One of the first questions potential clients ask our lawyers is whether they have a viable personal injury claim. We offer free consultations so that we can hear the details of the case and give you a more informed opinion. However, we can tell you that you should ask yourself these two questions as a starting point…

1. Did you suffer a serious injury that has proven costly and burdensome?

2. Was the injury caused by a someone else’s carelessness?

If you answer yes to both of these questions, then you have good reason to explore your options with our Columbia, SC law firm. Call today to talk with our lawyers about your injury.

“How much can I get in a personal injury claim?” is one of the questions attorneys hear from potential clients. Unfortunately, the answer isn’t simple. Injury claims can range from thousands to millions of dollars, depending on the circumstances of the case. The amount of money you’ve lost due to your injury (medical bills, lost income, property damage, etc.) plays a big role in how much you’ll seek in your personal injury lawsuit.

You can also factor in “non-economic” damages such as pain and suffering. It’s difficult to put a price tag on these damages, which is why it’s helpful to speak to an experienced Columbia, SC personal injury attorney who can give you a better idea of how to determine the value of your overall damages.

A personal injury lawsuit can last anywhere from several weeks to several months or longer, depending on the circumstances of the case. Factors that determine the length of a claim include the complexity of a case and the number of parties involved. If you want to get a better idea of your case’s time frame, speak to our personal injury lawyers in Columbia so they can learn more about your situation and give you an estimate. The call is free and you’ll get the information you’re looking for quickly.

It won’t cost you anything to discuss your injury lawsuit with us. In fact, you will never owe us a dime in attorney’s fees until you recover compensation on your claim. If our lawyers handle your case, our fee will be a set percentage of the money we obtain for you.

Many people are concerned about hiring a personal injury lawyer in Columbia, SC because they believe it will be costly. At the Louthian Law Firm, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means that we charge you nothing unless we win your case. If your case is unsuccessful, we carry the costs. We do this because we don’t want clients burdened financially if they don’t earn compensation, but we also work on a contingency fee because we believe in our team’s ability to deliver results.

The “statute of limitations” is the period after an injury in which someone can file a personal injury lawsuit. In Columbia, SC, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is three years from the time of the injury. It’s always in a person’s best interest to act quickly when considering taking legal action. There may be some exceptions to this rule and it’s best to call Bert Louthian directly to ask your question.