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How long do I have to file a car accident claim?

How long do I have to file a car accident claim?

A car accident can happen suddenly and unexpectedly. While minor accidents cause little personal and property damage. A major accident can leave you in need of medical help and with substantial damages. In the aftermath of an accident it is normal to feel overwhelmed and confused.

If you or someone you love has been involved in an accident you may want to seek compensation for your injuries and damages. The at-fault driver may be fully or partially responsible for the damage.

South Carolina law places a time limit, called the statute of limitations, that a person has to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for the accident. An injured party in a car accident has three years from the date of the accident to file a claim or lawsuit for compensation for their injuries and property damage. If the lawsuit is not filed within three years, the victim is barred from ever filing a lawsuit for that particular accident.

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