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Blog Category | Wrongful death

May 09, 2026

How Are Car Accident Wrongful Death Claims Handled?

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| Wrongful Death

In South Carolina, a wrongful death claim arising from a car accident is a civil action brought by the personal representative of the decedent’s estate against the party whose negligence caused the fatal crash. These claims seek financial compensation for surviving family members. They are governed by specific statutory rules...

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