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 Lexington, 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 Lexington, 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 Lexington, 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 Lexington today.
Do you know about an event you don’t see in this article? Submit it to our Community Calendar tab at the top of this website or to counton@wistv.com!COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - With the Fourth of July approaching, many community events in the Midlands are looking to help mark Independence Day:Fireworks with the Philharmonic at Segra Park Originally scheduled for Wednesday, July 2, but rescheduled for Thursday, July 3, is the annual Fireworks with the Philharmonic event at Segra Park.Gates open for...
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - With the Fourth of July approaching, many community events in the Midlands are looking to help mark Independence Day:
Originally scheduled for Wednesday, July 2, but rescheduled for Thursday, July 3, is the annual Fireworks with the Philharmonic event at Segra Park.
Gates open for the event at 6:30 p.m. and the concert will begin at 8 p.m. The South Carolina Philharmonic is performing a full show ending with the 1812 Overture, which will cue the start of the fireworks display.
Tickets already purchased with the previous date are still acceptable for entry on Thursday. Tickets are still available but will increase in price by $2 on July 3. Tickets can be purchased here.
Fort Jackson is inviting the public to celebrate Independence Day with a free, family-friendly event on Friday, July 4. Gates open at 4 p.m. with music at 5:30 p.m. and a fireworks show at approximately 9 p.m.
The celebration includes a kids’ zone with rides, fireworks and and live music from artists Aden Webb, Syr, DJ B-SAM, and the 282D Army Band.
The event is at Hilton Field. Fort Jackson asks attendees entering from off-post to use Gate 4, Boyden Arbor Road to access Hilton Field.
Fireworks with the Philharmonic is not the only 4th of July celebration taking place at Segra Park.
The Columbia Fireflies host the Augusta Greenjackets on Friday, with the City of Columbia will also hosting the “biggest post-game show of the year.” There will be happy hour drink specials and unlimited “Hoppy” hour for children on the SCU Kids’ Zone inflatables.
The game begins at 6:35 p.m. and the fireworks will follow. Tickets for this game are still available at the Columbia Fireflies website.
Fireworks can also be seen on July 4 at the annual Lexington County Peach Festival, located at Gilbert Community Park on Rikard Circle.
The festival will include a parade starting at 9:30 a.m. with plenty of exhibits, an antique car show, activities for kids and more. It all leads up to the annual fireworks show scheduled for 9:30 p.m.
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The Town of Lexington is also hosting its annual July 4th event at the Icehouse Amphitheater starting at 7 p.m.
The 246th Army Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. before a fireworks show scheduled for 9:20 p.m.
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For those looking to get a run in for the holiday, the Born in the USA 4-miler kicks off from the corner of Trenholm Road and Forest Drive in Columbia at 7:04 a.m. on July 4.
A firecracker youth fun run will take place later at 7:54 a.m.
On-site registration will be available starting at 6:04 a.m. on July 4.
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The City of Newberry is holding its annual fireworks display on July 4 at Newberry High School. Spectators may sit in the stadium or view from adjacent properties to observe this show which will feature synchronized music.
Gates will open after 6pm and the fireworks show will begin after 9pm. The City of Newberry notes the display may begin earlier if weather requires.
There is a free laser light show celebration at the Prisma Health Amphitheatre in Moore Park at 7473 Church St. in Irmo. There will be complimentary hot dogs (while supplies last) and Kona Ice will be on-site.
The Town of Irmo Events Committee recommends that you bring bag chairs and coolers for the evening. No tickets are necessary for this event.
The Lexington County Blowfish v. Glowfish game on Friday is recognizing Independence Day by hosting Wreaths Across America at the game and holding a large fireworks display. It’s also considered one of their “Faith and Family Nights” presented by HIS Radio 92.1 FM.
Gates open at 6 p.m. and the game begins at 7:05 p.m. with the fireworks to follow. Tickets can be purchased on the Lexington County Blowfish website.
The Lake Wateree Association is holding a fireworks display at Lake Wateree State Park (881 State Park Rd Winnsboro, S.C.) in the day-use area adjacent to the tackle shop. The event is from 4-10 p.m., with the fireworks show taking place at 9:30 p.m.
Be sure to bring chairs or towels for seating. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase in the tackle shop.
This event is free with park admission.
The Orangeburg County Fairgrounds is hosting a Fourth of July event with performances, fireworks and a hot dog eating contest.
Gates open at 4 p.m. and the fireworks begin at 9:30pm.
Admission for this event is free. Hot dog plates with chips and a soft drink will be sold for $6.
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Lexington Medical’s new clinic near Blythewood aims to expand access to care and support Scout Motors’ 4,000-job expansion by 2025.BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — As the town of Blythewood and its surrounding communities continue to grow, so does the need for accessible medical services.In response, Lexington Medical Center has announced plans for a new healthcare facility, a move that town officials hope will also attract future development.The new 22,000-square-foot facility, called Lexington Medical Park, is slat...
Lexington Medical’s new clinic near Blythewood aims to expand access to care and support Scout Motors’ 4,000-job expansion by 2025.
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — As the town of Blythewood and its surrounding communities continue to grow, so does the need for accessible medical services.
In response, Lexington Medical Center has announced plans for a new healthcare facility, a move that town officials hope will also attract future development.
The new 22,000-square-foot facility, called Lexington Medical Park, is slated for construction near Red Hawk Way, just outside the Blythewood town limits and not far from Westwood High School.
“So it's going to be so very good presence there, robust comprehensive family medicine, OBGYN, physical therapy; we hope to open by the end of 2025 with family medicine and physical therapy in the summer of 2026 with OBGYN,” said Kirk Jenkins, senior vice president at Lexington Medical Center.
Town leaders said the new medical center will improve access to essential services for residents, a concern Mayor Sloan Griffin said was a major issue in conversations with the community.
“Because they have a presence here in this community, I do know that they have recognized the need for certain services; so, it will be up to them on that complex to recognize that maybe dialysis is a growing need, maybe orthopedics," Griffin said. "Folks having knee replacements or any other replacements.”
The facility is also expected to support the future workforce of Scout Motors, which is expanding operations in the area. The company currently operates a mobile health site, but that will eventually be replaced with a permanent, on-site clinic.
“The clinic itself will be built into the production facility at SCOUT, and it will be a good-sized clinic, probably a few thousand square feet, that will really increase the size of the number of portals in there as they hire more employees, as SCOUT anticipates hiring more employees, around four to five thousand employees," said Thomas Tafel, director of community health at Scout Motors. "So we are there to take care of their needs.”
Griffin said better healthcare access will lead to more growth across other industries.
“That’s why you also see those other services growing, those pet spaces, pet vacation, veterinarian services," he said. "So, its growing to grow and more of those demands are going to kick in, so as health care becomes more accessible to residents, we will see those others areas continue to grow."
The project comes with a price tag of more than $11 million, with Lexington Medical Center aiming to complete the first phase by the end of 2025.
A new Mexican restaurant has set its sights on a well known shopping center in the heart of Lexington.Na’cho Margarita, which already has a popular Mexican restaurant along the shores of Lake Murray, is planning a new location at 712 W. Main St. near downtown Lexington. Public records indicate that Na’cho Margarita has applied to the SC Department of Revenue for its...
A new Mexican restaurant has set its sights on a well known shopping center in the heart of Lexington.
Na’cho Margarita, which already has a popular Mexican restaurant along the shores of Lake Murray, is planning a new location at 712 W. Main St. near downtown Lexington. Public records indicate that Na’cho Margarita has applied to the SC Department of Revenue for its licenses to sell alcohol at the address. There also was a Department of Revenue application notice for Na’cho Margarita in the window at the Main Street spot when a reporter went by Monday morning.
The restaurant space at 712 W. Main St. in Lexington formerly was home to RF’s Corner Grill, which closed in March. RF’s had been at that location for more than six years.
Na’cho Margarita opened a Mexican restaurant with a full bar at 745 Marina Way in Prosperity, at Lake Murray, in summer 2023. That lakeside location’s menu features a host of Mexican favorites, including tacos, burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, poblanos, sizzling fajitas and more.
The location along W. Main Street will be in the Town Square shopping center that is anchored by a Food Lion supermarket. Other businesses in the plaza include Musician Supply, Terry’s Barber Shop, Black Tiger Tae Kwan Do, and a Wingstop chicken place, among others. Lexington County’s auxiliary administration building is across the street.
It’s in a high-traffic area near downtown Lexington. About 40,000 cars per day travel down that stretch of W. Main Street, per state Department of Transportation data.
With a name like Muffen, you can bet she’s a good baker.Lexington recently got a little bit sweeter, as Muffen Minemier’s Twisted Whisk — which has been operating as a special order business for cakes, cupcakes and other treats for several years — opened a new storefront and walk-in shop at 206 W. Main St. The walk-in part of the operation officially opened on May 3.The bakery, which is owned by couple Muffen and husband Chris Minemier, is located in the heart of downtown Lexington, just west of Libby&rs...
With a name like Muffen, you can bet she’s a good baker.
Lexington recently got a little bit sweeter, as Muffen Minemier’s Twisted Whisk — which has been operating as a special order business for cakes, cupcakes and other treats for several years — opened a new storefront and walk-in shop at 206 W. Main St. The walk-in part of the operation officially opened on May 3.
The bakery, which is owned by couple Muffen and husband Chris Minemier, is located in the heart of downtown Lexington, just west of Libby’s restaurant and not far from the popular Icehouse Amphitheater. It specializes in a host of offerings that are baked in-house, including cakes, cupcakes, danishes, muffins, cinnamon rolls, tarts and more. The treats are available in various flavors, with pineapple upside down cupcakes and hulking slices of red velvet cake being among the favorites.
Muffen said buttercream frosting is perhaps her specialty and calling card.
“Everything’s buttercream,” she said. “I will put my buttercream against anyone, anywhere. And everything I do starts with buttercream. So, if it’s pink champagne cake or a lemon blueberry cake or cookies & cream cake, it’s buttercream.”
Twisted Whisk also features fresh breads from Seven Loaves Bread Co. and macarons from B.Mac Bakeshop.
Honing her baking craft was something of a family affair, Muffen said.
“I learned how to bake from my Nanny and grandmothers, and from my father,” Muffen said. She noted that her late parents, Frank and Debbie Dawkins, owned a number of Midlands restaurants years ago, including one called Bama Eileen’s in West Columbia.
Muffen worked in banking and finance for 18 years, up until 2021, but continued to bake through the years, sort of as a side interest. She started baking birthday cakes and wedding cakes for people, and after a while that side gig started to get busier and busier.
About three years ago, the Minemiers set up Twisted Whisk at 206 W. Main St., though not as a walk-in bakery. Until recently the Main Street space was simply the nerve center for the special orders business. Cakes and other goodies for weddings and special occasions were baked in the site’s small kitchen, and customers could come there for planning and to pick up their cakes.
Now the shop has thrown its doors open for walk-in business, and Muffen said there has been a big response from local residents.
“The town of Lexington [government] has been absolutely wonderful to work with,” Muffen said. “They are phenomenal and have just been very supportive. And as for the town people of Lexington, I think all of Lexington has shown up [in the shop]. My plan is to feed all of them.”
Susan Dubose came into the bakery while a reporter was there on Friday morning. She was looking for a treat after a physical therapy session.
“I had knee surgery about four weeks ago, and they finally released me to where I could drive,” Dubose said with a grin. “I drove myself to physical therapy and I said, ‘What am I going to do to reward myself?’ So I came to see Muffen.”
The baker said she hopes to continue to grow the business, and is still exploring which treats are the most popular with customers. She said she’s been thrilled with the response to the walk-in business the last few weeks.
“It’s going well beyond my imagination,” she said.