Whether you were walking near Magnolia Street, crossing Russell Street, or navigating the area around South Carolina State University, you deserve to feel safe. But when a driver fails to yield or pay attention, a pedestrian accident can result in life-altering injuries.
At Ted Law Firm, we represent pedestrians injured in Orangeburg, Brookdale, Cordova, and throughout Orangeburg County. We know how to hold negligent drivers accountable and fight for the compensation you deserve.
What Causes Pedestrian Accidents?
Most pedestrian crashes are the result of driver negligence not pedestrian behavior.
Common causes include:
- Failing to yield at crosswalks or stop signs
- Speeding in school zones or residential areas
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Distracted driving (texting or using GPS)
- Drunk or drug-impaired driving
- Turning without checking for pedestrians
We investigate every crash to identify who’s at fault, and prove it with the right evidence.
Common Injuries in Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians have no protection in a crash, which often leads to catastrophic injuries.
We represent clients with:
- Head and brain injuries (TBI, concussions)
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Broken bones and orthopedic trauma
- Internal organ damage and bleeding
- Facial fractures and disfigurement
- Long-term disability
- Wrongful death cases (for fatal pedestrian crashes)
We work with your medical providers and care specialists to fully document your injuries and the recovery you’ll need.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
If you were injured by a negligent driver, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Emergency room treatment and hospitalization
- Surgeries, rehab, and ongoing medical care
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress or PTSD
- Long-term disability or disfigurement
- Funeral and burial costs (in fatal accident cases)
We fight to make sure your compensation reflects the full impact of the crash not just what the insurance company wants to pay.
What If They Try to Blame You?
South Carolina follows a modified comparative fault rule:
- You can still recover damages if you’re less than 51% at fault
- Your total recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault
If the insurance company tries to blame you for the accident, we push back with witness statements, traffic camera footage, and expert accident reconstructions.
Talk to an Orangeburg Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Today
If you were hit by a car while walking, you don’t have to face the legal process alone. Let us fight for the compensation you deserve while you focus on recovery. Ted Law Firm proudly represents clients in Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Myrtle Beach, and Atlanta advocating for individuals and families throughout South Carolina and Georgia. We’re dedicated to delivering trusted legal guidance when it matters most. During life’s most challenging moments, you can rely on Ted Law Firm to stand by your side.
