Get in Touch With a Columbia Personal Injury Lawyer

At the Stanley Law Group, our Columbia personal injury lawyers have countless years of experience handling different types of personal injury cases. We can negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf and take your case to trial if needed. The most common types of personal injury cases involve:

• Car Accidents
• Truck and Tractor Trailer Accidents
• Slip and Fall Accidents
• Motorcycle and Moped Accidents
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Boating Accidents
• Construction Accidents
• Wrongful Death
• Dog Bites

Personal Injury FAQS

• What should I do after a car accident?

  After any kind of motor vehicle accident, the first thing you should do is get out of traffic and turn on your hazard lights. Find out if anyone is injured. Call 911 to report the accident and if anyone is injured ask for an ambulance. Exchange contact information with the other driver (this includes insurance information). Take photos of the damage and any injuries. Contact The Stanley Law Group if anyone in your vehicle has sustained injuries.

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• Should I contact an attorney for a car accident?

  You should contact an attorney after a car accident or any kind of motor vehicle accident if you or a passenger in your vehicle is injured. Furthermore, you should contact an attorney if you or a loved one is injured in any kind of accident due to no fault of your/their own.

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• How much is an attorney for a car accident?

  The Stanley Law Group does not charge any upfront fees to speak with or hire an attorney for a car accident or any personal injury case. Attorney’s fees are paid once the case settles. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay us nothing if we do not obtain a recovery for you.

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• What is the average settlement for a car accident?

  Settlements for car accident cases and other personal injury cases vary significantly. The amount of your settlement is primarily dependent on the policy limits and the injuries sustained as a result of the accident.

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• How long will it take to settle my car accident claim?

  Every car accident case is different so the length of time is takes to resolve a claim may vary depending on the complexity of the case.

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• Should I negotiate or speak with an insurance adjuster before hiring an attorney?

  Do not attempt to negotiate your case or speak with an insurance adjuster before hiring a lawyer if you or a loved one has sustained injuries after an accident. Insurance adjusters are professionals who are trained to save the insurance company money and minimize your claim. Before talking to an insurance adjuster, call The Stanley Law Group to make sure you know your rights.

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• How much is my case worth?

  The value of a personal injury case is dependent on the following factors: the extent and duration of the injuries sustained, past medical expenses, potential future medical expenses, mental anguish and loss of enjoyment of life, lost wages, future lost earning capacity, disfigurement and disability.

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• Can I get a rental car after a car accident?

  If you were the owner of the vehicle involved in the collision, once insurance is confirmed, you would be entitled to a rental car while your vehicle is undergoing repairs. We will coordinate with the insurance company to make sure you get a rental car until your vehicle is repaired or replaced.

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• Do you help with the property damage to my car?

  As a courtesy to you, The Stanley Law Group will assist in making sure your vehicle is repaired at a qualified body shop and the insurance company compensates you for all related repairs. If your vehicle is a total loss, we will follow up with the insurance company regarding an offer for your vehicle.

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• Will my insurance rates go up if I file a claim?

  By law, an insurance company cannot raise your rates for filing a claim when you are not a fault.

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• What if I can’t come to your office?

  If you can’t come to our office, we can meet with you virtually and digitally execute all necessary documents.

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• How long do I have to file an injury lawsuit?

  The statute of limitations in South Carolina is 3 years which means that you have 3 years to file a lawsuit. However, we highly encourage anyone who is injured at no fault of your own to contact The Stanley Law Group immediately after an accident as waiting may negatively impact your case.

Estate Administration

One of our estate administration attorneys can help you make the best decisions for your family’s financial future. The Stanley Law Group offers legal services in:

• Will drafting
• Creating trusts
• Probating an estate
• Creating power of attorney documents

A power of attorney is a legal document that grants a chosen person, or a representative, the legal right to act on a person’s behalf. A healthcare power of attorney gives an individual the authority to act on someone’s behalf when medical professionals deem them unable to make their own decisions. Our estate attorneys have years of experience drafting these important legal documents for our Columbia clients.

In terms of estate administration, a wills and trusts lawyer from the Stanley Law Group can help you to decide which of the two would work best for your financial situation. Don’t leave your family to make difficult decisions on your behalf in the event of your passing, Take the time needed to meet with one of our probate lawyers to prepare ahead of time.

Memberships and Awards

• South Carolina Association for Justice
• American College of Trial Lawyers
• South Carolina Bar Association
• National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
• American Board of Trial Advocates
• Florida Bar Association
• South Carolina Black Lawyers Association

Get in Touch With a Columbia Personal Injury Lawyer

The Stanley Law Group can build a strong case for you as you take the time needed to heal, helping you receive compensation for your injuries, damages, medical bills, lost wages or lost earnings potential, and other expenses that resulted from the accident. Don’t wait. Hire an experienced Columbia personal injury attorney immediately after an accident for the best possible outcome.

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