Charleston Car Accident Lawyer Stephen A. Longo
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A car accident in Charleston can happen in an instant on I-26, I-526, Savannah Highway, or any of the dozens of roads that connect this city’s neighborhoods, beaches, and bridges. One moment you’re driving through the Lowcountry. The next, you’re dealing with a serious injury, vehicle damage and an insurance company that’s already preparing to minimize your claim.
You need a Charleston car accident lawyer who knows how to push back. At The Longo Firm, LLC, we know what’s at stake after a serious crash. Attorney Longo personally handles injury claims and fights for the financial compensation you deserve. We investigate what happened, gather the evidence that matters, and deal with the insurance companies on your behalf. You don’t have to figure this out alone.
South Carolina is an at-fault state. That means the driver who caused your accident is responsible for compensating you for your medical bills, lost income, vehicle damage and other accident-related expenses. The at-fault driver’s insurance company is supposed to pay. But getting them to pay fairly is rarely as simple as it sounds. That’s where we come in.
What causes most car accidents in Charleston?
We handle car accident claims involving all types of crashes and causes throughout the Charleston area, including:
- Distracted driving – texting, phone use, GPS or other distractions while behind the wheel.
- Speeding – especially on I-26, I-526 and the bridges crossing Charleston’s waterways.
- Drunk or impaired driving – especially on weekends and late nights in a city known for its nightlife.
- Failure to yield – intersection accidents caused by drivers who ignore traffic signals or right-of-way rules.
- Reckless driving – aggressive lane changes, tailgating and other dangerous behavior.
- Drowsy driving – especially among commercial drivers on long overnight routes through South Carolina.
Whatever caused your Charleston car crash, make sure you have a lawyer who knows how to prove it. Evidence disappears fast. The sooner you call us, the stronger your case is likely to be.
What compensation can you recover after a Charleston car crash?
If another driver caused your accident in Charleston, South Carolina law allows you to pursue compensation for a wide range of financial losses, including:
- Medical bills, both current and future
- Lost income while you recover and potential future lost earnings
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Wrongful death losses if a loved one was killed in the crash
South Carolina uses a modified comparative negligence system, which means you can still recover financial compensation even if you were partly at fault, as long as you were less than 51 percent responsible. Your recovery is simply reduced by your share of the fault. Insurance companies sometimes try to exaggerate your share of blame to reduce what they owe. We know this tactic and we know how to fight back.
What sets The Longo Firm, LLC apart?
When you hire The Longo Firm, LLC after a Charleston car accident, we get right to work on your case. We investigate your crash, obtain the official accident report, identify all available insurance coverage, and document your injuries thoroughly.
We also know how insurance companies think. We know how to talk to insurance adjusters, and we know when to stop talking and start litigating. Many insurance companies take claims far more seriously once they see an experienced attorney on your side.
Attorney Stephen A. Longo gives his personal phone number to clients. If you have a question about your case, you can reach him directly. We don’t pass you off to a case manager or leave you wondering what’s happening. We keep you informed every step of the way.
How can a Charleston car accident attorney help me?
Insurance adjusters are trained to close Charleston car accident claims quickly and for as little money as possible. They may contact you within days of your crash with a settlement offer that sounds reasonable but doesn’t come close to covering your future medical needs, lost earnings or long-term pain. Once you sign, there’s no going back.
Before you talk to any adjuster, talk to attorney Stephen A. Longo. He gives his personal phone number to every client. Contact The Longo Firm, LLC today for a free case evaluation. It costs you nothing to find out what your Charleston car accident claim is actually worth, and you pay no legal fees unless we win.
The Longo Firm, LLC – available on your terms, focused on your results.