When an auto accident happens unexpectedly, anyone can become a victim. One moment you're commuting back home after a long day at the office. The next, your car is totaled, and you're injured in the hospital due to another person's negligence. It's not fair, but it happens every day. Unlike the irresponsible party who caused the accident, personal injury victims often suffer the most in auto accidents. They have to worry about lost days at work, the long road to recovery, and the inability to provide for their family. Sadly, many people injured in car accidents don't have the luxury of worrying about bills because they're fighting for life in the emergency room.
And while modern cars come equipped with safety features like blind spot monitoring and cross-traffic alerts, motor vehicle accidents are still a huge problem in South Carolina. According to the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, in 2020, one person was injured every 11 minutes in a car collision. Even worse, one fatal collision was recorded every 9.1 hours.
Unfortunately, victims of auto accident negligence often don't know what to do when another driver hits them. They have questions like:
These same innocent people provide official statements to insurance agencies without knowing the consequences.
However, if you or your loved ones are victims in a car crash, there's good news. Laws in South Carolina mandate that guilty parties must compensate for pain and suffering. But in order to get the compensation you deserve, it's crucial to work with a personal injury attorney in Charleston, SC. Experienced personal injury lawyers know how to bolster your case by securing witnesses for questioning, obtaining accident scene information, and documenting vehicle damage. If these tasks aren't completed quickly, you are far less likely to receive the compensation you and your family deserve.
Theos Law Firm exists to fight for your rights and to ensure negligent drivers are held responsible for the damage they do to your family. It's really that simple. We aren't afraid to trade blows with selfish insurance agencies. Because, unlike Theos Law Firm, they couldn't care less about your best interests.
Here are just a few reasons why so many hardworking people choose Theos Law Firm:
When you're involved in a car or truck accident, it can be a life-changing event. Having represented hundreds of personal injury victims, we understand that you may be confused and frightened. You know you need to speak with a lawyer, but you need a calm, cool presence to ease your anxiety. You need someone who understands what you're enduring, and we know how you feel. Unlike other auto accident attorneys, we believe that personal injury claims are more about the people involved and less about money and settlements. When you reach out to Theos Law Firm, you can rest easy knowing our team will treat you with dignity, compassion, and empathy.
With many years of combined personal injury experience, there's nothing that our team hasn't seen in terms of auto accidents. With that said, we understand that there is no "common" type of accident or scenario - no two accidents are the same. We have represented clients involved in DUI accidents, truck rollovers, reckless drivers, interstate pileups, rear-end collisions, and even Uber driver crashes. With such extensive experience, our team has the tools and talent to take care of you, regardless of how complicated your case might be.
The recovery process involved with automobile accidents changes with every person we represent. There are dozens of details to account for, from car repairs to insurance questions and everything in between. These small but necessary details aren't easy to accomplish for injured parties. That's why our team goes the extra mile to help cut through the red tape to ensure your medical bills are paid, and your car gets fixed. The less weight you have on your shoulders to worry about, the faster you can focus on recovering.
Unlike other personal injury law firms, our team is 100% committed to protecting your rights, and we're uniquely positioned to do so with decades of combined experience. We offer robust representation for many types of auto accidents, including:
If you have been the victim of an accident listed above, please understand that time is of the essence. There is limited time to seek compensation for your injuries, hospital bills, lost wages, and more. As such, there is only a short time to obtain experienced representation for your personal injury case.
Our team knows that finding the right attorney to represent you is an important choice. Therefore, we believe that an initial consultation is imperative to understand your needs and identify your goals fully. When we sit down with you to learn the nuances of your accident, we'll cover all aspects of South Carolina law pertaining to your case. That way, you're armed with information and have an idea of the next steps our firm will take to represent you.
Remember - the sooner we can dig into the details of your case, the sooner we can pursue your rightful compensation. As seasoned personal injury attorneys, our team specializes in several types of automobile accidents:
Car accidents are a serious problem in South Carolina. If you're an adult, you probably know someone involved in a bad car crash in our state. When you look at the stats, it seems like car accidents are always on the rise. One person was killed every 8.2 hours in a car collision. Even more sobering is that one teen driver is involved in a fatal or injury-causing collision every 1.6 hours. The unfortunate truth is that many people involved in car crashes were hurt due to the other driver's negligence.
Common car crash injuries in South Carolina include:
Car accident victims in South Carolina are often left to pay their medical bills but can't do so because they're too hurt to go to work or take their car in for repair. These life-changing scenarios can snowball into a series of scary events, leaving victims hopeless and unsure where to turn.
Fortunately, a car accident attorney in Charleston, SC can help you avoid these pitfalls and obtain the money you need to survive. At Theos Law Firm, our team has a deep understanding of the rules that dictate fault in South Carolina. We know that thorough representation is needed to receive maximum compensation, and we're well-prepared to achieve that goal for you.
Our car accident lawyers in South Carolina can recover compensation for injuries and damages:
The moments following the crash are often a blur when you're involved in a car accident. However, per South Carolina law, those on the scene must adhere to legal responsibilities and obligations.
First, try to stop your car and ensure it is positioned safely near the scene of the crash. Then, call 911 to report the accident. While most folks go into full-blown panic mode, you need to stay calm so you can process the situation. If you notice that there are injured people, give them "reasonable assistance." Per South Carolina Code of Laws, that could include transporting hurt people to a hospital or calling an ambulance for them.
If you're in a car crash, you need to be prepared to exchange contact information with other drivers at the accident scene. If the person who caused the collision is present, make sure to get their name, phone number, address, and insurance info. If witnesses are present, get their contact info, too, in case our team needs to obtain their account later.
Next, try to piece together how the car crash happened. This is an appropriate time to take photos of the cars, wreckage, and debris. Ask yourself if you think a vehicle failed to follow the rules of the road, like speeding or failing to stop at a stop sign.
Regardless of how minor your injuries may appear and who may be to blame for the accident, get legal advice from Theos Law Firm first before giving any recorded statements or refusing medical care.
Tractor-trailer and semi-truck crashes are often more complicated than two car crashing. Because these cases are more complex and nuanced, it's imperative that you contact a truck accident attorney in Charleston, SC to help you through the recovery process and win the compensation you deserve.
After a semi-truck crash, you must take steps quickly to preserve evidence so that the crash may be recreated. In serious semi-truck accidents where people are injured or killed, trucking companies usually send a team of investigators to the accident site immediately. These investigators will do their best to obtain evidence that can hurt you in court or even attempt to hide or destroy evidence. The last thing a trucking company wants is for you to win a settlement against them.
That's especially true since various entities may be liable for your truck accident injury, not just the driver. The trucking company, the trucking manufacturer, and the team responsible for truck maintenance could also be responsible. Additionally, if dangerous or inadequate road conditions factor into your accident, you could actually sue some government departments. For those reasons, it's critical to retain quality representation ASAP after a truck accident in South Carolina.
At Theos Law Firm, our team has experience winning compensation in many types of truck accidents, such as:
As your truck accident lawyer in South Carolina, we work hard to fight for your rights and win your case. In order to do so, our team will:
We'll arrive on-scene to notate skid mark length and the locations of vehicles involved. We will also capture detailed pictures and measurements pertinent to your crash.
Obtaining the trucking company's records and discovering the info they have on the semi-truck driver involved is an important part of our process. We will also secure access to the trucker's driving log notes, which they must maintain according to law.
Like airplanes and helicopters, big rigs have a "black box" that records real-time truck data, like speeds, changes in direction, and brake application.
We'll arrive on-scene to notate skid mark length and the locations of vehicles involved. We will also capture detailed pictures and measurements pertinent to your crash.
Sometimes an expert is needed to digest all the evidence and provide an expert opinion on the cause of the semi-truck collision. When needed, our team will hire such an expert to ensure your case is robust and air-tight.
We will obtain the police's investigation report and any accident photos, measurements, or other documentation taken by officers while investigating your semi-truck crash.
It's imperative to find all the witnesses of your accident and interview them to get recorded statements in a timely manner. Doing otherwise may result in faded memories and inaccurate facts.
Time and again, auto accident victims agree to early settlements provided by insurance companies because the offer seems like a lot. But what if you return to work after recovering from an accident, only for your pain to return?
With adjusters, lawyers, and investigators at their disposal, insurance agencies will do everything in their power to minimize the compensation you deserve. Don't let them pick on you or silence your voice. If you or a loved are victims of a negligent car or truck accident in South Carolina, contact Theos Law Firm today. We have the team, tools, and experience to fight back on your behalf, no matter how complicated your case may seem.
To schedule an appointment for your free consultation, contact Theos Law Firm in Charleston today.
HANAHAN, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston Water System is investing millions of dollars into its system to make sure it’s able to meet the needs of the community in the future.Every day, millions of gallons of water are treated at the Hanahan Water Treatment Plant. Last year, the company approved its 2024-2027 Capital Improvements Program to lay the groundwork for the expansion of this treatment plant....
HANAHAN, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston Water System is investing millions of dollars into its system to make sure it’s able to meet the needs of the community in the future.
Every day, millions of gallons of water are treated at the Hanahan Water Treatment Plant. Last year, the company approved its 2024-2027 Capital Improvements Program to lay the groundwork for the expansion of this treatment plant.
The water system is investing more than $150 million to take the plant from processing 115.4 million gallons a day to 127 million gallons a day, according to the plan. That will allow them to meet the projected water needs through 2034.
The projects to achieve this include adding two new granular media filters and improvement to the settled water conveyance system that would eventually lay the groundwork for new plate settler basins and future expansion to process 144 million gallons a day.
All of those systems work together to separate natural water from large particles like dirt and pollen. The water is then cleaned, treated and sanitized before it heads to the pipes that flow into area homes.
Jane Bryne, the director of the water treatment plant, says they are constantly working to make the process more efficient.
“You want to show continuous improvement. So, if you have all of these settling basins, we want to know which one is performing worse. Why? How do we make it better? Same with the filters,” Bryne says. “So, we are analyzing constantly all of these basins, all of these units.”
This expansion is part of the water system’s commitment with a group called Partnership for Safe Water. It’s a promise to treat the water beyond the necessary regulations.
“At the Charleston Water System, we want to be so much better than the regulations,” Bryne says. “Turbidity, which is a measure of the cloudiness in the water, that’s kind of one of the key things we have in terms of how safe the water is to drink. So if three is what the regulation calls for. We need to be below one to be able to meet partnership.”
In simple terms, Bryne says, this means the water at Charleston Water System is three times better than the regulations require.
The Charleston Water System is constantly testing the water to make sure everything is where it needs to be. Bryne says they test turbidity every 30 minutes.
These planned upgrades will allow them to keep up with the projected maximum demand through 2034.
There is another project that’s part of their capital improvement plan,a $4.3 million project to replace what’s called a “clear well curtain wall.” A clear well is where the water sits for a period of time while chemicals kill all the bacteria before leaving the plant.
That project is expected to be done this year.
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Slow-moving system soaking Southeast, mid-AtlanticA slow-moving storm system that has been blasting portions of the Gulf Coast, Southeast and mid-Atlantic is expected to continue to funnel precipitation into the region as we begin a new workweek, increasing the chances for flash flooding. FOX Weather Meteorologist Jane Minar breaks down the latest forecast on Sunday, May 11.CHARLESTON, S.C. – Roads in ...
A slow-moving storm system that has been blasting portions of the Gulf Coast, Southeast and mid-Atlantic is expected to continue to funnel precipitation into the region as we begin a new workweek, increasing the chances for flash flooding. FOX Weather Meteorologist Jane Minar breaks down the latest forecast on Sunday, May 11.
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Roads in Charleston, South Carolina, were impassable due to flooding on Sunday after torrential rain drenched cities across the Southeast and mid-Atlantic as deep tropical moisture flows in from the Gulf.
After steady rain and storms on Saturday, more potentially record-breaking precipitation is expected Sunday and Monday.
It's been a wet morning in Panama City. FOX Weather's Brandy Campbell captured video of residents running through the rain and triathletes bicycling through the downpours.
According to the National Weather Service, Charleston International Airport in South Carolina has received 1.99 inches of rain since midnight. This breaks the rainfall record for May 11 of 1.93 inches, set in 1952.
In addition, downtown Charleston has received 2.06 inches of rain since midnight. That crushes the previous record rainfall for May 11 of 1.57 inches, set 126 years ago in 1899.
In Florida, Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport in Panama City picked up a whopping 0.75 inches of rain in just eight minutes between 3:56 a.m. and 4:04 a.m. CT, which is a staggering rainfall rate of 5.63 inches an hour.
Panama City's two-hour rainfall total between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. CT was 2.26 inches.
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The slow-moving storm system lingering along the Gulf Coast is expected to continue sending waves of rain and thunderstorms across parts of Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas on Mother’s Day and into the start of the new workweek.
Some communities could see over 4 inches of rain, especially where thunderstorms linger over a region. The ground in many areas will already be saturated from earlier rain, so it won’t take much to trigger flash flooding.
On Sunday morning, numerous Flash Flood Warnings were issued in parts of Alabama, Florida and South Carolina due to the relentless rounds of heavy rain. Those have since expired.
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NOAA's Weather Prediction Center is concerned about additional flooding and has placed millions of people in the Southeast and mid-Atlantic in a Level 2 out of 4 flood threat on Sunday and Monday.
Florida, southern Georgia and southern South Carolina are in the bull's-eye for the heaviest rain on Sunday, but parts of Alabama, Mississippi and even western North Carolina could also see localized flooding.
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Western North Carolina is still in recovery mode after communities there were decimated by Hurricane Helene's onslaught last year, although rainfall totals in that region aren't expected to be anywhere near what was experienced during that deadly and historic event.
The storm system is expected to slowly drift into the Tennessee Valley by Monday, spreading rain into the Carolinas and Virginia.
Flood Watches are expected to expand as the situation continues to unfold early this week, so residents are urged to prepare.
The system is expected to exit the region by Tuesday, and rainfall totals are expected to remain in the 3-5 inch range for most areas. However, isolated totals of up to 7 inches could fall in some parts of western North Carolina and Virginia.
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Home>Manufacturing>Mercedes-Benz Vans hits 5M Sprinter milestoneListen to this article​North Charleston-based Mercedes-Benz Vans has contributed to five million Sprinter vans produced globally after nearly 20 years of production out of the Lowcountry, according to a news release.Mercedes recently handed over its five millio...
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North Charleston-based Mercedes-Benz Vans has contributed to five million Sprinter vans produced globally after nearly 20 years of production out of the Lowcountry, according to a news release.
Mercedes recently handed over its five millionth vehicle, an all-electric van, to FedEx, a longstanding customer for the manufacturer, according to a news release. The van was assembled at the North Charleston facility for Sprinter in North America.
“The global production of five million Sprinter vans and the celebration of the model’s 30th anniversary is a testament to its enduring success,” Thomas Klein, head of Mercedes-Benz Vans, said in the release. “This milestone reflects the dedication of our teams, the trust of our customers, and the continuous evolution of a vehicle that has defined the large van segment for three decades. We are proud of this legacy and excited for the future as we continue to drive progress in the van industry.”
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FedEx was one of Mercedes-Benz first major customers in the United States, contributing to a risen interest from fleet customers which inspired the North Charleston facilities, the release said. The FedEx fleet has begun to deploy the eSprinter in four states.
“As our network has evolved and grown over the years, vans from Mercedes-Benz – including the Sprinter and, now the eSprinter – have been there to meet our needs and help us deliver the reliable and superior service that our customers expect,” Pat Donlon, vice president of global vehicles at FedEx, said in the release.
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Parking in downtown Charleston can be a challenge, and it’s something hospitality workers deal with daily as they commute to work.The City of Charleston has now opened an application to get free parking permits for hospitality staff. The Hospitality Worker Parking Pilot Program is designed to alleviate some of that parking stress for people who work at bars, restaurants and hotels downtown.“Right now, it’s a free-for-all; everybody just kind of goes and parks. They park in neighborhoo...
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Parking in downtown Charleston can be a challenge, and it’s something hospitality workers deal with daily as they commute to work.
The City of Charleston has now opened an application to get free parking permits for hospitality staff. The Hospitality Worker Parking Pilot Program is designed to alleviate some of that parking stress for people who work at bars, restaurants and hotels downtown.
“Right now, it’s a free-for-all; everybody just kind of goes and parks. They park in neighborhoods, at meters, and they probably end up getting tickets and stuff. It’s just a no-win situation for hospitality workers downtown,” Owner of El Jefe Texan Cantina, Roy Neal, said.
City of Charleston Director of Communications Deja McMillan said the applications rolled in so quickly in the first few hours of launching, the city may hit its cutoff in the first 24 hours of them being open.
Those who get the permits would be able to park at Union Pier Lot B. Neal said he’s hoping he’ll get some permits for his staff. He said parking is often a challenge for hospitality workers, leaving them having to walk a long distance and plug the meters.
The program provides access to 70 designated spaces on Concord Street. While the permit cost is $15, parking in the lot is free for all approved permit holders. During the pilot program, on a first-come, first-served basis, hospitality businesses can request five permits that can be shared among staff members.
“We’ve had a ton of interest in this hospitality pilot parking program, and we are testing out some things to see if we can expand upon this in the future. We know how hard it is for our hospitality workers to find parking,” McMillan said.
“We’re going to be applying so that some of our staff can have the ability to have some free parking. I think it’s a great idea. Even though the parking is a little far away from King Street, it’s not just hospitality workers on King Street, it’s hospitality workers everywhere, so it’s centrally located, which is a great idea,” Neal said.
Hospitality workers will be able to hop on a bus for free through the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority’s Hospitality On Peninsula program and be transported throughout the peninsula.
The plan is for applications to be open through June 1, but with spaces filling quickly, McMillan said they may need to close the application early. The city plans to get feedback from businesses during the pilot program and potentially expand the number of spaces available in the future.
To learn more about the program or apply, head to the City of Charleston website.
Several downtown parking garages currently offer discounted evening rates:
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Extensive planning for REAL ID enforcement across South Carolina's airports paid off May 7 as the first day went "smoothly," according to state Transportation Security Administrat...
Extensive planning for REAL ID enforcement across South Carolina's airports paid off May 7 as the first day went "smoothly," according to state Transportation Security Administration Director David McMahon.
The TSA leader said majority of those without REAL IDs had their passports in hand and continued on through the usual screening process.
Across the state's six airports May 7, less than 3 percent of flyers had non-compliant REAL IDs and required additional screening. At Charleston International specifically, that number was around 1 percent, which McMahon views as a successful starting point.
"We are seeing more passports presented for identification than I have seen in all my 23 years with TSA," McMahon said. "It was a welcomed surprise for our officers and the passengers have arrived to our airports prepared for the REAL ID implementation."
Traveler Sarah Rossi sat at the Charleston airport waiting for her ride. The New York visitor doesn't have a REAL ID yet, since she's getting married soon and wants to wait until she's legally changed her name.
"I used my passport at the security checkpoint as my form of identification and had no issues," Rossi said. "It was a lot easier than I expected."
All South Carolina airports had additional staff in place to help divert those without REAL IDs into a separate line for screening at the security checkpoint. Most airports conducted a soft enforcement May 6 to prepare for the hard deadline.
Whether traveling to or from the Palmetto State, a passenger's driver's license must have a star in the upper right corner, which denotes it's a REAL ID. A valid passport or REAL ID is now required to board a domestic flight, enter a secure federal building or visit a military installation. All travelers require a REAL ID-compliant form of identification, regardless of their TSA Pre Check and Global Entry status.
Midweek travel is typically the lowest of the week, which McMahon said allowed officers to ease into the new routine. TSA has been warning that travelers who undergo the extra screening will be sent on their way, but the delay could cause them to miss their flights.
McMahon cautions there may be an increase in non-compliant travelers as tourism season ramps up and schools are out for the summer.
"CHS continues to experience higher than normal passengers on Sundays and Mondays, so that will be our first true test to the implementation of REAL ID," McMahon said. "TSA officers across the state stand ready to provide first class security coupled with some good ol' Southern hospitality."
Nashville locals Jacob Murray and Taylor Humphrey were traveling together for work May 7. Murray had his REAL ID, but Humphrey used a passport. Both described their travels as "pretty smooth," despite Humphrey not having a REAL ID.
"I got my REAL ID when I renewed my license in Tennessee," Murray said. "It took longer than I thought it would to get an appointment, but I'm glad I have it."
Some states require appointments for REAL IDs, but South Carolina does not. South Carolina residents can apply for REAL IDs at all Department of Motor Vehicle offices across the state. Proof of identity and residence are required when applying.
Signs and posters throughout Charleston International Airport reminding passengers of the REAL ID deadline and had QR codes that linked to more information, including one that read: "Consider this a sign (again) to be REAL ID ready."
Reach Megan Fernandes at mfernandes@postandcourier.com.