What If the Other Driver Doesn’t Have Insurance? (UM/UIM Claims in SC)

What If the Other Driver Doesn’t Have Insurance? (UM/UIM Claims in SC)

by Jeff Chandler Law | Apr 15, 2026 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

Getting hit by a driver who has no insurance—or not enough insurance—can turn an already stressful wreck into a financial mess. South Carolina’s UM/UIM system is designed to protect you, but it has rules that can surprise people (especially regarding notice,...
What If I Were Partly at Fault? How Comparative Negligence Works in South Carolina

What If I Were Partly at Fault? How Comparative Negligence Works in South Carolina

by Jeff Chandler Law | Mar 16, 2026 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

After a crash, slip-and-fall, or other injury, one of the first worries people have is: “What if I share some of the blame?” In South Carolina, being partly at fault does not automatically end your case—but it can reduce what you recover, and if your share of fault is...
How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit in South Carolina?

How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit in South Carolina?

by Jeff Chandler Law | Mar 5, 2026 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

After a wreck, it’s common to focus on medical care, car repairs, and insurance calls—and to assume speaking with a car accident lawyer is something you can “deal with later.” In South Carolina, waiting too long can end your case before it starts. South Carolina’s...
Do I Need a Lawyer After a Car Accident in South Carolina?

Do I Need a Lawyer After a Car Accident in South Carolina?

by Jeff Chandler Law | Feb 13, 2026 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

After a crash, it’s normal to want to “handle it yourself,” especially if the insurance adjuster sounds helpful. In South Carolina, you can resolve some accident claims without hiring a car accident attorney. But there are also many situations where getting legal...
Distracted Driving Accidents in SC: Using Phone Records and Evidence

Distracted Driving Accidents in SC: Using Phone Records and Evidence

by Jeff Chandler Law | Jan 27, 2026 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

Distracted driving car crashes can feel uniquely frustrating because the harm often comes from an entirely preventable decision—checking a notification, scrolling a playlist, or holding a phone during a call. The hard part for many injured people isn’t understanding...
Hit-and-Run Accidents in South Carolina: Steps to Protect Your Claim

Hit-and-Run Accidents in South Carolina: Steps to Protect Your Claim

by Jeff Chandler Law | Jan 24, 2026 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

A hit-and-run can leave you shaken, injured, and unsure where to turn—especially when the at-fault driver disappears. In South Carolina, the steps you take in the minutes and days after the crash can make a real difference in whether insurance coverage applies and how...
« Older Entries
  • Car Accidents
  • Criminal Charges
  • Personal Injury
  • Truck Accidents
  • Workers Compensation
Myrtle Beach
Bank of America Building
2501 North Oak Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Driving Directions

P: 843-448-4357
F: 843-448-4005

Charleston

231 King Street
Charleston, SC 29401

P: 843-448-4357
F: 843-448-4005

Serving Myrtle Beach & More

We serve areas in South Carolina (SC), including the following: Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet, Surfside, Conway, Horry County, and Charleston, SC, among others.

We provide representation in the following practice areas: local and state personal injury, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, and medical malpractice.

**This website is meant to provide meaningful information, but it does not create an attorney-client relationship. As each legal issue is unique, please consult with our firm prior to relying on any information found on this site.**

© 2025 Chandler Law Firm • All Rights Reserved
Disclaimer | Site Map | Privacy Policy
Site Designed By Jango Studios