The drive home on US-25 or US-72 shouldn’t end in an emergency room, but one careless driver can cause a crash that leaves you no option. You might find yourself at Self Regional Healthcare with serious injuries and a wrecked vehicle, unsure of what comes next. We understand how frightening and overwhelming that feels. At McCravy, Newlon, & Clardy, we have 30 years of experience helping injured individuals across South Carolina rebuild after a crash. If you’ve been hurt in a Greenwood wreck, call 866-MCCRAVY for a free consultation. There’s no fee unless we win your case.
Why Choose McCravy, Newlon, & Clardy for Your Greenwood Car Accident Case
After a crash, you’re not just picking a law firm. You’re deciding who you trust to handle one of the most stressful chapters of your life. Here’s what sets us apart.
30 years of experience and an ethics-first approach
For 30 years, McCravy, Newlon, & Clardy has represented injured individuals throughout South Carolina. We built our reputation on doing right by clients, being honest about your options, and treating every case with integrity. We won’t make promises we cannot keep. We’ll tell you the truth about your claim, explain the strengths and the risks, and work hard to earn the best result the facts allow.
A real presence in Greenwood
Our Greenwood office sits at 1629 Highway 72 NE, right off the same highways where many local crashes happen. We know these roads, the Greenwood County Courthouse where cases are filed, and how the local insurance adjusters operate. With seven offices across South Carolina, we’re close when you need us, but you’ll never feel like just another file on a desk.
No upfront cost, ever
Worried about affording a lawyer while medical bills stack up? You shouldn’t have to choose between receiving help and keeping the lights on. Your consultation is free, and we work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning we charge no fee unless we secure compensation for you.
Call 866-MCCRAVY today to talk through your options. There’s no pressure and no cost to learn where you stand.
Types of Greenwood Car Accident Cases We Handle
Greenwood’s mix of fast rural highways, busy connectors, and downtown streets produces all kinds of crashes. We handle them all.
Rural highway and two-lane road crashes
Roads such as US-25, US-72, and SC-72 carry fast-moving traffic through stretches with limited lighting, few barriers, and long distances to help. When a driver drifts across the center line, passes unsafely, or runs off the road, the results are often severe. These high-speed, rural crashes frequently lead to head-on collisions and rollovers that cause life-altering injuries. On a quiet two-lane highway, emergency response can take longer to reach you, and the distance to a trauma center matters. That’s part of why so many serious crashes outside the city limits send people to Self Regional Healthcare.
Common collision types
We also handle rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, distracted driving wrecks, drunk driving accidents, and hit-and-run cases. Whether you were rear-ended at a stoplight in town, struck by a driver who was texting, or hit by a driver who blew through an intersection, we’ll dig into what happened and determine who’s responsible. We also represent individuals hurt in crashes involving rideshare vehicles, delivery drivers, and uninsured motorists.
Serious and fatal crashes
When a wreck involves a commercial truck, multiple vehicles, or the loss of a loved one, the stakes and complexity rise. We handle catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims with the care these situations demand, and we’re not afraid to take on the trucking companies and insurers who try to limit what they pay.
South Carolina Car Accident Laws You Should Know
Two parts of South Carolina law shape nearly every car accident claim: how long you have to file and how fault affects what you can recover.
You generally have three years to file
Under South Carolina’s statute of limitations, most personal injury claims, including those arising from car accidents, must be filed within three years. Three years can sound like plenty of time, but it isn’t. Evidence disappears, damaged vehicles get repaired or scrapped, and witnesses’ memories fade. The sooner we start, the stronger your case will be. Wait too long, and you can lose the right to recover anything at all. S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530
How fault affects your recovery
South Carolina follows a modified comparative negligence rule. In plain terms, if you’re less than 51% at fault in a car accident, you can still recover damages, though your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you’re found 20% at fault, your recovery is reduced by 20%. If you’re 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing.
This is why adjusters fight so hard to shift even a slice of the blame onto you. If you’re partly to blame, the court decreases your award by your degree of fault, so every percentage point they move to you saves them money. Having an experienced lawyer build your case and push back against unfair fault arguments can make a real difference in what you actually take home.
Fault disputes can quietly cost you thousands. Call 866-MCCRAVY before the insurer locks in its version of events.
Hurt in a crash while on the job?
If your accident occurred while you were driving for work, you may have both a car accident claim and a workers’ compensation claim through the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission. South Carolina workers’ compensation is a no-fault system, so you may be entitled to benefits, regardless of who caused the crash. We handle both sides, so nothing slips through the cracks.
How our Greenwood Car Accident Lawyers Handle Your Case
We take on the legal side so you can focus on healing. Here’s what working with us looks like.
Step 1: Free consultation
We start by listening. Tell us what happened, and we’ll explain whether you have a case, what it might be worth, and what to expect. This first conversation costs you nothing.
Step 2: Investigation
We gather the police report, photos, medical records, and witness statements. When a case calls for it, we bring in accident reconstruction help and track down evidence before it disappears.
Step 3: Building and negotiating your claim
We document your injuries and losses, then deal directly with the insurance company so you don’t have to. We know the tactics adjusters use to pay less, and we negotiate hard for a fair settlement.
Step 4: Trial, if that’s what’s right for you
Most cases settle. But if the insurer won’t offer what your claim is worth, we’re ready to file suit and argue your case at the Greenwood County Courthouse.
What You Can Recover After a Greenwood Car Accident
Every collision is different, and so is every claim. Depending on your situation, you may be entitled to compensation for several kinds of losses.
Economic damages
These cover the concrete costs of your crash: emergency treatment at Self Regional Healthcare, follow-up care, surgery, physical therapy, lost wages, and any future medical needs or reduced earning capacity. If your injuries keep you out of work for months or permanently, those losses also count.
Non-economic damages
These cover the harder-to-measure harms: physical pain, emotional distress, scarring, and the loss of activities you used to enjoy. They’re real losses, and they matter under the law.
Wrongful death damages
If you lost a loved one in a crash, no amount of money can fill that void. But a wrongful death claim can help provide for funeral costs, lost financial support, and the loss of your loved one’s care and companionship.
Our Results and What They Mean for You
For 30 years, McCravy, Newlon, & Clardy has recovered compensation for injured individuals across South Carolina, from minor collisions to catastrophic crashes. Rather than impress you with a number, we’ll give you an honest assessment of your specific case and what we believe we can do with it.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different.
Your case deserves a close look. Call 866-MCCRAVY for a free case evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Greenwood Car Accident Claims
How much does it cost to hire a Greenwood car accident lawyer?
There’s no upfront cost. We offer a free consultation and work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you. Receiving legal help should never add to the bills you’re already worried about.
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in South Carolina?
In most cases, you have three years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury claim. Certain circumstances can shorten or extend that window, so it’s wise to talk with a lawyer early. Wait too long, and you can be barred from recovering anything.
What if the insurance company says the crash was partly my fault?
South Carolina’s modified comparative negligence rule lets you recover as long as you’re less than 51% at fault, although your recovery is reduced by your percentage of blame. Insurers know this, so they often try to exaggerate your role in the wreck. We push back with evidence to protect what you’re owed.
How much is my Greenwood car accident case worth?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. The value of your claim depends on the severity of your injuries, your medical costs, your lost income, how the crash has affected your daily life, and the available insurance coverage. We’ll review every detail and give you an honest estimate during your free consultation.
What should I do after a car accident in Greenwood?
If you’re able, call 911, get medical attention, and photograph the scene, the vehicles, and your injuries. See a doctor even if you feel fine because some injuries surface days later. Then, before you give a recorded statement to any insurer, call us.
Do I have to go to court?
Usually not. Most car accident claims settle out of court through negotiation. But if the insurance company won’t offer a fair settlement, we’re fully prepared to file suit and try your case at the Greenwood County Courthouse.
Where is your Greenwood office located?
Our Greenwood office is at 1629 Highway 72 NE, Greenwood, SC 29649. We serve clients throughout Greenwood County and the surrounding area, and with seven offices across South Carolina, help is never far away. Call 866-MCCRAVY to set up your free consultation.
Talk to a Greenwood Car Accident Lawyer Today
You didn’t ask to be hurt, and you shouldn’t have to face the aftermath alone. While you focus on recovering, let McCravy, Newlon, & Clardy handle the insurance companies, the paperwork, and the legal fight. With 30 years of experience and a commitment to doing right by every client, we’re ready to help you take the next step.
Call 866-MCCRAVY now for a free consultation. No fee unless we win.