Experienced South Carolina Road Defect Attorneys
Accidents involving road defects and construction zones can lead to significant property damage and serious injuries for accident victims. It is the responsibility of the highway department, local governments and the contractors they hire to ensure that the way roads are built and the construction zones that are set up for the projects are safe.
If you have been injured in a construction zone accident or an accident that was caused due to a sharp shoulder drop-off, you should contact an experienced personal injury lawyer immediately. At the Wigger Law Firm, Inc. in Charleston, we have successfully represented many clients in a variety of road defect cases across South Carolina and in many states around the country.
Guiding You Through a Complex Situation
Road defect cases can involve extremely complex legal issues. Our experience in these matters allows us to be much more efficient in the handling of your case. Many of the cases we handle involve shoulder drop-offs. At the edge of the shoulder, a drop-off of two inches for a car going 45 miles an hour can have catastrophic consequences. If one tire goes off the pavement, such a drop-off can make it nearly impossible to recover control of the vehicle without a crash or wreck.
In addition to obtaining compensation for our clients in these cases, we were also able to help make South Carolina's roads safer for everyone. These cases resulted in the repaving of a ten-mile stretch of I-26 and portions of I-95, as well as creating a change in how South Carolina designs and maintains shoulders.
We also handle many accidents in construction zones. When contractors fail to follow the guidelines for setting up a road construction site, serious accidents can occur. We have also represented many clients in cases involving traffic light sequencing and intersection design. There is a limited opportunity to bring suit in road defect cases. No matter what type of accident has occurred, you should discuss your case with an attorney who has experience in this area as soon as possible.
Call for a Free Initial Consultation
Contact our office today to discuss your case. We are available during regular business hours and by appointment at other times. You can reach us by phone at 843-553-9800 or 800-553-7449 or via e-mail.
Related Verdicts/Settlements
- $750,000.00 - Coker v. Phillips and Michalec (Orangeburg County) - verdict in case involving improper highway design and maintenance and excess speed (under the conditions) of the defendant causing the impact with the client which lead to the vehicle hydroplaning, causing her to lose control of her vehicle. ($5,000.00 offer prior to trial.
- $328,200.00 - Settlement in single vehicle where driver ran off the road.
- $290,000.00 - Settlement for client who sustained head injury in roll-over wreck caused by unsafe condition on roadway while under construction. (Previous attorney closed case thinking there was no liability.)
- $285,000.00 - Hill v. SCDOT (Charleston County) - Verdict for injuries resulting from improper highway maintenance, allowing low shoulder of roadway to occur, causing client to lose control of vehicle. (No offer prior to trial)
- $200,000.00 - Settlement in road drop-off case causing death to baby.
