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Truck Accident Lawyers in Dillon County, SC

At Kinon Law Firm, we focus exclusively on helping injury victims. We’re here to fight for individuals and families who’ve had their lives disrupted by accidents, negligence, or tragedy.

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A truck crash can leave you dealing with serious injuries while an insurance company starts looking for reasons to reduce what it pays. Our truck accident lawyers in Dillon County can help investigate your crash, identify all potentially responsible parties, and build a claim based on the available evidence.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Truck Accident?

Dillon County sees substantial traffic along major transportation routes, such as I-95, US 301, and US 501. That traffic can create serious risks for drivers traveling through Dillon and nearby communities. A truck crash can happen during a lane change, at an intersection, during a merge, or when a commercial vehicle leaves the highway and enters a local roadway.

Large commercial trucks can cause devastating damage when they collide with passenger vehicles. The difference in size and weight can lead to severe injuries even when the crash happens at a relatively moderate speed. Truck accident claims can involve more than the person sitting behind the wheel, such as:

  • The truck driver for speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, unsafe lane changes, or other negligent conduct -The trucking company for negligent hiring, inadequate training, unsafe policies, or improper supervision
  • A trucking company or carrier for failing to maintain the vehicle or address known mechanical problems
  • A maintenance company for negligent inspections or repairs
  • A manufacturer for defective truck components that contributed to the crash
  • A cargo-loading company for improperly securing or distributing the truck’s load

How South Carolina Fault Rules Can Affect a Truck Accident Claim

Under South Carolina Code Section 15-38-15, a court can assign percentages of fault to the plaintiff and other parties whose conduct contributed to the injury. When multiple parties cause an injury, a defendant who is found to be less than 50% at fault generally is not responsible for the entire amount of the damages. Instead, that defendant is responsible only for the percentage of the damages that matches their share of fault. 

For example, if a jury awards $100,000 and determines that one defendant was 20% at fault, that defendant generally would be responsible for $20,000. The plaintiff’s own percentage of fault may also be considered when determining the parties’ shares of responsibility.

A truck accident can look straightforward at first. The police report may say one driver caused the crash, but that does not always tell the full story. An experienced attorney can investigate what happened before the collision and look for evidence that supports your account of the crash.

Speak With an Experienced Dillon County Truck Accident Lawyer Today

Truck crashes can leave families facing medical treatment, lost income, vehicle damage, and lasting physical limitations. Kinon Law Firm helps injured clients throughout Dillon County and surrounding South Carolina communities pursue truck accident claims. 

A Dillon County truck accident attorney from our firm can review the circumstances of your crash and explain the legal options available to you during a free consultation. Contact our team today by calling 843-488-9191 or by using our online contact form.

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"My wife and I highly recommend Chris Kinon and his team. They handled our serious accident case with professionalism, care, and clear communication from start to finish. We always felt informed and supported, and the outcome exceeded our expectations. After all was said and done, we felt more like family than clients."

Bob H.

"During a challenging period for our family, my sisters’ and I depended on Chris to oversee all insurance and medical matters, enabling us to focus on our parents’ care and recovery. Their compassion, clarity, and guidance were invaluable, and we are profoundly grateful for their support. I highly recommend Kinon Law Firm."

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"I've known Mr. Kinon as a colleague for nearly a decade. He is an excellent legal resource, a staunch advocate for his clients, and an experienced litigator. I've always felt confident referring clients to Mr. Kinon."

J. Keane Mossman, Esq.

"Chris was very professional in working with my client’s family and securing a substantial financial recovery. I would be happy to work with Chris again, and to refer others to seek Chris’s legal services."

Clifford H. Tall, Esq.

"Chris and I have worked together on several medical malpractice and personal injury cases. I cannot recommend Chris enough. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in various areas of the law to the table. He is a tenacious advocate for his clients and is caring and compassionate towards them in the midst of a difficult time."

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