Columbia Personal Injury Lawyer

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Focus on your recovery and let The Louthian Firm Accident & Injury Lawyers take care of everything else.
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Attorney Burt Louthian
Johnny Jackson
five star reviews
Outstanding customer care. Very professional and handled my case in a timely manner.
Michael Horger
five star reviews
Bert is by far the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He got the job done fast, effectively, and most importantly he listened to what we had to say. In the future, should I need an attorney for a personal or business matter, Bert is my go to guy.
Denisha Goodwin
five star reviews
The experience was excellent. They helped me in every way regarding my case. They are a very good law firm. I would recommend anyone to them.
Kay Dunn
five star reviews
The Louthian Law Firm is the best I’ve used in Columbia.
Kenneth Watkins
five star reviews
I’m only 19 years old and never been in a car accident but when I called Louthian Law Firm and got legal representation I was relieved. They made sure I understood what was going on at all times. They even visited me at my home to make sure I was okay. If I had any questions they answered them. I truly felt blessed to have them working my case. Everyone was very pleasant and kind all the time. They always greeted me with a smile and I felt comfort from them. They provided comfort for my family through the trying times of my accident. I trust them and thank God for them!
Johnny Jackson
five star reviews
Outstanding customer care. Very professional and handled my case in a timely manner.
Michael Horger
five star reviews
Bert is by far the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He got the job done fast, effectively, and most importantly he listened to what we had to say. In the future, should I need an attorney for a personal or business matter, Bert is my go to guy.
Denisha Goodwin
five star reviews
The experience was excellent. They helped me in every way regarding my case. They are a very good law firm. I would recommend anyone to them.
Kay Dunn
five star reviews
The Louthian Law Firm is the best I’ve used in Columbia.
Kenneth Watkins
five star reviews
I’m only 19 years old and never been in a car accident but when I called Louthian Law Firm and got legal representation I was relieved. They made sure I understood what was going on at all times. They even visited me at my home to make sure I was okay. If I had any questions they answered them. I truly felt blessed to have them working my case. Everyone was very pleasant and kind all the time. They always greeted me with a smile and I felt comfort from them. They provided comfort for my family through the trying times of my accident. I trust them and thank God for them!

Recent Results

Our goal is to provide the highest level of legal representation and financial compensation for our clients. Here are some of our recent results.
Initial Offer:
$250k
Final Result:
$3.1m
Wrongful Death

Our client was the passenger in a vehicle being driven by her boyfriend who was intoxicated. The vehicle ran off the road and struck a tree, killing them both. The lawsuit was brought by our client’s parents.

Initial Offer:
$250k
Final Result:
$2.7m
Wrongful Death

Our client was making a delivery to a South Carolina company and had to spend the night in his tractor-trailer rig because the company was closed when he got there. Our client was killed while he was asleep as a result of 2 trains colliding and releasing chlorine gas into the surrounding area causing multiple deaths and illnesses in the town.

Initial Offer:
$0
Final Result:
$2m
Natural gas exposure

Our clients were a family of 5 who moved into a brand new apartment that had a natural gas leak because a siding nail had punctured a gas pipe during construction. The family was sick for several months until the gas leak was discovered and repaired.

Initial Offer:
$100k
Final Result:
$490k
Prescription Misfill

Our client’s pharmacy misfilled his prescription with the wrong medication causing side effects which resulted in hospitalization.

Initial Offer:
$100k
Final Result:
$410.7k
Car Accident

Our client was driving down the highway and rear-ended by another driver traveling at high speed. Settlement was obtained from liability and underinsured motorist coverage.

Initial Offer:
$6,914
Final Result:
$300k
Car Accident

Our client was stopped in heavy traffic and rear-ended by another driver who wasn’t paying attention.

Initial Offer:
$0
Final Result:
$22.5m
Whistleblower

False Claims Act settlement where we alleged that an urgent care provider network was falsely certifying that certain urgent care visits were performed by providers who were credentialed to bill Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE when those services were actually being provided by non-credentialed providers.

Initial Offer:
$0
Final Result:
$5m
Whistleblower

False Claims Act settlement where we alleged that a major moving company was falsifying the weights of shipments for service members and overbilling the Department of Defense for these moves.

Practice Areas

If you or a family member has suffered any serious injury as a result of someone’s negligence or recklessness you may be entitled by law to receive money for your losses. Not all personal injury cases fall into a specific category, however, our attorneys have experience with a wide variety of cases including but not limited to:
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Why Choose The Louthian Law Firm?

Hiring a personal injury lawyer is a major decision. Choose a skilled attorney you can trust to handle your entire case.
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With over 40 years of legal experience, the insurance company knows that we mean business when it comes to your claim.

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Our 7 Step Process

When you’re injured, you’ve got enough things to worry about. Paying for a lawyer, or checking the progress of your case should be the last thing you have to focus on.

Free Consultation
Free Consultation

Meet with us and tell us your situation. There’s no cost or obligation to have a case review.
Case Plan
Case Plan

We develop your unique case strategy. We gather all relevant facts and evidence.
Negotiations
Negotiations

We’ll negotiate with the insurance company to recover your medical costs and other damages.
Trial
Trial

We’ll file a lawsuit against the insurers and fight for you in court to recover the money you’re entitled to.
Hire Us

It costs nothing to hire us. We take care of you and protect your claim from here.

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Medical Treatment

Take the time to recover. Be sure to attend all follow-up visits with your medical provider.

Medical Treatment
Settlement

We aim to achieve a fair settlement for your injuries. Most cases are resolved at this stage.

Settlement
Free Consultation

Meet with us and tell us your situation. There’s no cost or obligation to have a case review.

Hire Us

It costs nothing to hire us. We take care of you and protect your claim from here.

Case Plan

We develop your unique case strategy. We gather all relevant facts and evidence.

Medical Treatment

Take the time to recover. Be sure to attend all follow-up visits with your medical provider.

Negotiations

We’ll negotiate with the insurance company to recover your medical costs and other damages.

Settlement

We aim to achieve a fair settlement for your injuries. Most cases are resolved at this stage.

Trial

We’ll file a lawsuit against the insurers and fight for you in court to recover the money you’re entitled to.

The Louthian Law Firm is a Columbia personal injury attorney focusing on family. If you have been injured in an accident, our law firm can take care of your legal case while you take time for your family. Call 803-592-6231 to ask for your consultation.

Personal Injury Lawyer Serving Columbia, SC

When you’re hurt, you’re facing medical bills. Your family is left to deal with the fallout, financially and personally. That is why it is imperative to have a Personal Injury attorney like Bert Louthian of the Louthan Law Firm by your side.

We understand. Work with a Columbia, SC personal injury attorney with more than 35 years of experience helping people like you. He can represent your legal interests, seek the compensation you’re due, and take the stress out of the legal process.

What Is a Personal Injury Attorney?

A personal injury lawyer offers invaluable support in various ways. They possess the knowledge to navigate the complexities of obtaining compensation on your behalf while you focus on recovery. With personalized attention tailored to your specific circumstances, they advocate for your legal rights.

Columbia personal injury attorney Bert Louthian is dedicated to representing individuals harmed by others’ actions. As a trained professional, he strives to secure financial compensation and justice for his clients. When life takes an unexpected turn, we’re here to help.

If you’ve suffered an injury and require legal assistance in the Columbia, South Carolina area, contact us at The Louthian Law Firm to discuss your case and explore your options. explore your options.

How a Columbia Personal Injury Attorney Can Help

Attorney Bert Louthian is dedicated to providing assistance throughout every stage of your personal injury case. Our approach revolves around four key elements: investigate, evaluate, advocate, and guide. We are committed to securing justice for the families we represent.

Investigate

To advocate for our clients, we need the full picture. We start by listening to you. By knowing your story, we have the background we need to investigate. Legal procedures and investigative work allow us to determine what occurred and gather the evidence to prove your case.

Evaluate

With four decades of experience in Columbia, SC personal injury cases, we have the background knowledge to evaluate your situation. We determine the type of case you have, what compensation you should claim, and the legal strategy that is right for you.

Advocate

Legal advocacy takes many forms. It may mean representing you at a hearing in court or conducting a deposition. Our commitment extends beyond the courtroom, involving drafting legal documents, adhering to legal procedures, and negotiating your settlement. We are dedicated to advocating for you at every stage of the case.

Guide

Providing outstanding legal services means guiding the client through the court process. We take the time to answer your questions. It’s important that you know what to expect. If you have decisions to make, you need the information to make an informed choice. We serve as your guide from start to finish as we work on behalf of your family.

About Personal Injury Attorney Bert Louthian

Bert Louthian has been practicing law in the Columbia, SC area since 1985. Under the mentorship of his father, Bert built a law practice that’s run by family to help families. When someone gets hurt, it impacts the entire family. The Louthian Law Firm serves the legal needs of the community by helping individuals and families who are impacted by injury and other harm.

With a J.D. from the University of South Carolina and many years of experience, Bert Louthian understands that legal advocacy and personal service are key to serving the needs of clients. He knows that your financial recovery is critical to your personal recovery. He works each day on behalf of the people he serves to make things right when they are suffering from unexpected injury.

Why Families Trust Our Personal Injury Law Firm

Here are some reasons families choose The Louthian Firm Accident & Injury Lawyers for personal injury representation:

  • Focus on family – We know that a personal injury impacts the entire family, so we handle your case with family in mind
  • Representing victims in the Columbia area since 1985 – We can put four decades of experience to work for you
  • Exhaustive work on behalf of our clients – We undertake an investigation, work with expert witnesses, build technical evidence and follow legal procedures to get real results
  • A centralized, Columbia, SC location, accessible by car and public transit – We’re here when and where you need us
  • Personalized representation – By knowing your unique circumstances, we do everything in our power to make things right

Bert Louthian grew his legal skills under the mentorship of his attorney father. Today, the law firm remains family owned and family focused. Bert holds the Martindale-Hubbell® AV® Preeminent rating for the highest standard of professional evidence. He is also AVVO 10.0 rated and named to the Top 100 of The National Trial Lawyers. These honors reflect his success in advocating for families facing a personal injury.

FAQs About Personal Injury Settlements

How common are personal injury settlements?

Personal Injury settlements are very common, occurring in nearly 95 percent of personal injury cases.
When an injured individual pursues legal action against negligent parties, they do so with the expectation that their attorney will pursue a fair and just resolution. This may entail presenting the case to a jury to determine appropriate damages.

However, there are instances where accepting a monetary settlement offer from the defendants is in the plaintiff’s best interest, avoiding the prolonged process of a full trial. It’s common for defendants to extend settlement offers at various stages, including last-minute offers before or during trial proceedings before reaching the jury.

Do I really need a lawyer to negotiate a settlement?

There are many reasons for having an experienced personal injury attorney, like Bert Louthian, represent your interests in settlement negotiations. At The Louthian Law Firm, we know how to gather information about what your long-term expenses are likely to be, and we know what other similar cases have brought. Negotiating a favorable settlement takes skill and hard work. If you’re recovering from an injury, you should focus your energies on getting better and let an experienced lawyer shoulder the burden of proving your case.

When a settlement is agreed upon, where does the money come from?

Typically from an insurance company. If you were injured in a car accident, the company which provided insurance coverage for the other driver, or his employer, will be involved. If the other driver was uninsured, negotiations may be with your own insurer.

Doctors, hospitals and other healthcare professionals who may be named in a medical malpractice action will have insurance carriers who vigorously defend their clients. In the case of a severe injury or multi-vehicle accident, there may be several insurance companies involved – another reason why it is best to leave settlement negotiations up to your legal advocate.

Won’t I get more money from a jury?

Whether you would ultimately achieve a winning verdict if your case goes to trial and how much money you would be awarded by a jury are unknowns. There are so many factors involved, it is impossible to predict with absolute certainty.

However, our Columbia personal injury attorney will be able to give you sound advice throughout the progress of your case.

How quickly can I get some money in settlement?

The process of negotiating a settlement is time consuming. There may be several offers and counter-offers made over the course of months – or even years. It may not be in your best interest to push for a quick settlement, because symptoms of injury don’t always manifest all at once or immediately after the accident.

When a settlement is made and accepted, the claimant must give up the right to file a future lawsuit about the same injury. If you settle too quickly and then find out you were injured more seriously than you thought, you may wish you had not accepted the settlement offer.

Will I get one lump-sum payment in a settlement?

It depends on the terms of the settlement and what you and your attorney agree is to your benefit. In some cases, period payments are appropriate and advisable. We call this a “structured settlement.”

Once the total amount of present and future expenses is agreed upon, the defendant insurance company assigns the settlement to a life insurance company to issue an annuity that will provide you with periodic payments over time. Hammering out the details of a structured settlement is another process best handled by an experienced attorney.

Are settlements taxable income?

Most settlement proceeds in personal injury cases are not taxable, but some portions could be. You should consult your tax professional for specific advice.

Does The Louthian Law Firm have a good track record for settling cases?

You can judge that for yourself by reading about some of our case results in wrongful death, workplace injury, medical malpractice, car wreck and birth injury cases, as well as many other types. We can’t guarantee a particular conclusion, or even that a settlement is possible in your case, but we listen hard and work harder to achieve the best outcome for every client.

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