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If you were injured on someone else’s property, you may be entitled to compensation. Property owners have a responsibility to maintain safe conditions, and when they fail to do so, serious injuries can occur. At Grooms Law Firm, we help individuals hold negligent property owners accountable.
Whether your injury happened at a store, apartment complex, restaurant, or other property, we work to determine what went wrong and who is responsible. Our goal is to guide you through the process and pursue the compensation you deserve.
Premises liability cases can be complex, often involving property owners, businesses, and insurance companies. We step in to protect your rights and build a strong case on your behalf.
These cases often depend on proving that a dangerous condition existed and that the property owner knew—or should have known—about it. We investigate thoroughly, gather evidence, and work to demonstrate how negligence led to your injury.
Injuries from unsafe property conditions can range from minor to severe, including broken bones, head injuries, and long-term complications. These cases require careful investigation and a clear understanding of liability laws.
We focus on building strong claims that reflect the full impact of your injury, including medical expenses, lost income, and long-term effects. Our goal is to help you recover physically and financially.
Charleston Premises Liability Guide
If you were hurt on someone else’s property in Charleston, a premises liability claim allows you to seek compensation when a property owner’s negligence caused your injury. South Carolina law requires property owners and businesses to keep their premises reasonably safe — and when they fail to do so, they can be held accountable for the harm that follows. At Grooms Law Firm, we help injured people across Charleston, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, and the wider Lowcountry understand their rights and pursue a fair recovery.
South Carolina sorts visitors into three categories — invitees (customers and guests invited for the owner’s benefit), licensees (social guests), and trespassers. Owners owe the highest duty of care to invitees, including a duty to inspect for and correct dangerous conditions. Your status on the property helps determine what the owner owed you.
South Carolina follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can still recover damages as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. If you are found 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover. Most premises liability claims also fall under South Carolina’s three-year statute of limitations (S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530), so it is important not to wait too long to act.
Responsibility usually falls on the party that controlled the property and failed to fix or warn about a hazard — often a business owner, landlord, or property manager. Proving liability means showing the owner knew, or should have known, about the dangerous condition and did not address it in a reasonable time.
You may still recover compensation. Under South Carolina’s modified comparative negligence rule, you can pursue a claim as long as you were 50% or less at fault, though your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies often try to shift blame onto the injured person, which is one reason having an attorney review your case matters.
Generally three years from the date of the injury, under S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530. Some situations can shorten that window, so it is best to speak with a Charleston premises liability attorney promptly to protect your claim.
Helpful evidence includes photos of the hazard, incident or accident reports, witness contact information, medical records, and any surveillance footage. Preserving this evidence early — before conditions are repaired or footage is erased — can make a meaningful difference.
If you were injured on someone else’s property in the Lowcountry, contact Grooms Law Firm for a free consultation. We can also help with related catastrophic injury claims when a fall causes lasting harm. Speak with a Charleston injury attorney who will take the time to understand your situation.
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