Spartanburg Personal Injury Lawyer

Were you injured in an accident in Spartanburg, SC? At Woron and Dhillon, LLC, we are plaintiff-focused personal injury lawyers who prepare every case with experience and dedication.

If you were injured in Spartanburg because someone else was careless, you may be dealing with medical appointments, bills, time away from work, and uncertainty about who will cover the losses. The at-fault party’s insurer is not obligated to protect your interests. Woron and Dhillon, LLC represents injured people and their families. With more than 45 years of combined experience and results that include a $4,200,000 recovery, our Spartanburg, SC personal injury lawyer can evaluate your claim and explain your options. Contact us to schedule a free consultation.

Personal Injury Lawyer Spartanburg, SC

Our Spartanburg personal injury lawyer represents people who were physically or financially harmed by the negligence of another person, a business, or a government entity. The lawyer investigates the incident, proves who was at fault, documents the losses, and pursues payment from the responsible party’s insurer or through a lawsuit. 

Falls were the leading cause of injury death among Spartanburg County residents aged 65 and older from 2018 through 2022 and caused 183 deaths in that age group, according to SC DPH injury data. Many serious injuries are preventable, and a Spartanburg personal injury attorney holds the party that failed to prevent them financially accountable.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Spartanburg

Our firm handles injury claims that arise on the road, on unsafe property, and in medical settings. The types of cases our Spartanburg personal injury lawyers handle are:

• Car accidents. Rear-end, head-on, and sideswipe collisions make up a large share of our cases. We establish fault through collision reports, witness statements, and vehicle data, and we deal with the insurers directly.
• Truck accidents. Crashes involving tractor-trailers can make the driver, the carrier, and other companies liable. We move quickly to preserve electronic logs and inspection records.
• Slip and falls. Property owners must keep their premises reasonably safe for visitors. We prove that the owner knew or should have known about the hazard that caused the fall.
• Motorcycle accidents. Riders are often injured when other drivers turn left across their path or change lanes without looking. Insurers often blame the rider, and we use physical evidence to establish what happened.
• Pedestrian and bicycle accidents. People on foot and on bicycles have no protection in a collision with a vehicle. The pedestrian accident claims we handle often involve crosswalks, parking lots, and distracted drivers.
• Dog bites. A dog attack can cause permanent scarring, nerve damage, and infection. We identify the owner’s insurance coverage and pursue dog bite compensation for medical care and lasting harm.
• Drunk driving accidents. An impaired driver who injures someone is liable for the harm. Our drunk driving accident work includes investigating where the driver was served alcohol.
• Medical malpractice. Misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, and unnecessary treatment can injure patients. Medical malpractice claims require review by qualified medical professionals, and we arrange that review.
• Brain and spine injuries. Traumatic brain injuries and spine injuries often require long-term care. We work with treating physicians to document future medical needs and lost earning capacity.
• Wrongful death. A wrongful death claim allows a family to seek compensation when negligence takes a life. Our Spartanburg personal injury attorneys handle the legal process so that the family is not burdened with it.

Why Choose Woron and Dhillon, LLC as My Personal Injury Lawyer in Spartanburg, SC?

Attorneys With Trial and Injury Claim Experience

Amar Dhillon has practiced law for more than 26 years. His work has included motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle and bicycle accidents, dog bites, slip and fall accidents, medical malpractice, and injuries related to pharmaceutical products. He holds a law degree from what is now the Texas A&M University School of Law. Brett Woron has tried both civil and criminal cases to verdict. A graduate of Furman University and the University of South Carolina School of Law, he is a member of the South Carolina Association for Justice and has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star.

That range matters, and our firm has handled many kinds of injury claims. We’ve also taken cases to verdict, can evaluate a claim accurately, and can proceed to court when an insurer will not pay it.

Results for Injured Clients

Our results include millions of dollars recovered across many types of injury claims.

• We recovered $4,200,000 in a trucking accident case.
• A negligent medical transportation claim resolved for $2,500,000.
• A wrongful death and dram shop case produced a $1,625,000 recovery.
• A client with a brain injury received $970,000.
• A premises liability slip and fall case resolved for $850,000.

Our Spartanburg personal injury lawyers work on a contingency basis. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you, and the consultation is free.

Understanding Personal Injury Cases

Damages, Liability, and Compensation for Personal Injury Cases

Most injury claims are based on negligence. To recover, you must prove four elements: the defendant owed you a duty of care, the defendant breached that duty, the breach caused your injury, and you suffered damages. The elements of negligence apply whether the case involves a driver, a store owner, or a physician. South Carolina also follows modified comparative negligence. You can recover if you were not more than 50 percent at fault, and your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. The fault apportionment statute addresses how responsibility is divided when more than one party is to blame.

• Economic damages reimburse medical bills, rehabilitation, lost wages, and reduced earning capacity.
• Non-economic damages compensate for pain and suffering, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life.
• Property damage covers the repair or replacement of a vehicle and other belongings.

The severity of the injury, the cost of treatment, and the available insurance coverage largely determine case value.

What Are Important Aspects of a Personal Injury Case?

The following issues affect the outcome of nearly every injury claim our Spartanburg personal injury lawyers handle:

1. Evidence. Photographs, video, witness contact information, and incident reports are easiest to collect in the first days. We send preservation letters to businesses and insurers when a case begins.
2. Medical care. Consistent treatment protects your health and documents the injury. Gaps in treatment give an insurer a reason to dispute the claim.
3. Insurance statements. Adjusters record conversations and use them later. You can decline to give a recorded statement to the other party’s insurer.
4. Deadlines. South Carolina’s statute of limitations gives you three years to file most injury lawsuits. A claim against a government entity generally must be filed within two years under the Tort Claims Act.
5. Timing of representation. Knowing when to hire counsel matters because early mistakes are difficult to correct.

What Is the Personal Injury Case Timeline?

The length of a case depends on the injury, the insurer, and whether a lawsuit is necessary. Our Spartanburg personal injury lawyers can settle some claims in a few months, and contested cases can last more than a year.

1. The case begins with the steps after an accident, which include medical care, reporting the incident, and a consultation with our firm.
2. We investigate liability and identify all insurance coverage.
3. You complete treatment or reach maximum medical improvement.
4. We submit a demand and negotiate. Our attorneys advise against settling immediately when the full cost of an injury is not yet known.
5. If negotiation does not produce a fair offer, we file a lawsuit in the Spartanburg County Court of Common Pleas.

What Should You Bring to Your Personal Injury Consultation?

The consultation costs nothing, and our Spartanburg personal injury attorney will discuss the facts with you, explain whether you have a claim, and describe how our firm would handle it. A few documents allow us to give you a more specific evaluation.

• You should bring any accident, incident, or police report that you have received.
• Photographs and videos of the scene and your injuries are helpful.
• Medical records, bills, and the names of your providers show the treatment to date.
• Insurance policies and letters from adjusters tell us which coverage is involved.

Most Dangerous Locations for Personal Injury Accidents in Spartanburg

Spartanburg County tied for the most fatal traffic collisions in South Carolina in 2023 with 71, according to the SCDPS Fact Book. Spartanburg Medical Center operates the only verified Level I trauma center in the city.

Streets with heavy retail and commuter traffic account for many local injury claims.

• Reidville Road serves the west side shopping district near WestGate Mall.
• East Main Street runs from downtown through the east side commercial corridor.
• Pine Street carries north and south traffic through the east side of the city.
• Church Street passes through the center of downtown.

Highway collisions occur at higher speeds.

• Interstate 85 crosses the county and carries heavy commercial truck traffic.
• Interstate 26 intersects Interstate 85 northwest of the city.
• Business 85 runs along the northern edge of Spartanburg.

Reach Out to Woron and Dhillon, LLC to Schedule a Consultation

If negligence caused your injury, our Spartanburg personal injury lawyers can review your claim at no cost. We charge no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. During the consultation, we will listen to your account, assess liability and damages, and explain the next steps. Contact us to speak with our legal team today