A motorcycle crash can cause severe injuries and concerns about the future. Even when someone else’s actions caused the accident, recovering compensation is typically challenging. Insurers often try to shift blame onto the injured person to manipulate South Carolina’s modified comparative negligence law, which blocks compensation if you are 51% or more at fault.
Our North Myrtle Beach motorcycle accident lawyers work to stop insurers from using these tactics against you. Since 1995, Auger & Auger Accident and Injury Lawyers has investigated crashes, gathered strong evidence, and challenged attempts to reduce or deny valid claims.
By taking on the insurance companies and handling every stage of your claim, we take the legal burden off your shoulders so you can focus on healing. With our A&A Zero Fee Guarantee™, you can get started without paying upfront attorney fees, removing one more concern during an already difficult time.
Contact us today for a free consultation with a North Myrtle Beach personal injury lawyer.
Why Choose Our Motorcycle Accident Attorneys in North Myrtle Beach
Many motorcycle accident victims believe that insurance companies will fairly compensate them when another person is clearly at fault. Unfortunately, insurers are businesses that prioritize profits. As a result, they often employ strategies intended to reduce payouts, dispute liability, or question the extent of an injured person’s damages.
Pursuing a motorcycle accident claim on your own can place you at a disadvantage. Insurance adjusters negotiate claims every day and are trained to protect their company’s financial interests. At Auger & Auger, we work to protect our clients’ interests by providing experienced legal representation and individualized attention throughout every stage of a claim.
Our attorneys evaluate both your current losses and the future medical care, lost income, and other damages your injuries may cause.
For more than 30 years, we have fought for injured victims and recovered over $100 million through settlements and verdicts. Our extensive experience allows us to anticipate common insurance company defenses and pursue the full value of our clients’ claims.
How Acting Quickly After a Motorcycle Accident Can Benefit Your Case
The actions taken after a motorcycle accident can significantly affect the outcome of a personal injury claim. In South Carolina, injured victims generally have three years from the date of the crash to file a motorcycle accident lawsuit under S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530. Failing to meet this deadline could result in losing the right to seek compensation through the court system.
Prompt action also prevents insurers from gaining an advantage. While evidence disappears over time, insurers begin building their defense immediately.
The sooner our attorneys investigate, the sooner we can preserve surveillance footage, document the accident scene, interview witnesses while their memories are fresh, and secure other evidence before it is lost or used to shift blame.
Our early investigation helps build a strong, evidence-backed case on your behalf. Depending on the circumstances, our investigation may involve:
- Obtaining police reports and other official documents
- Preserving surveillance footage and electronic evidence
- Interviewing witnesses while memories are still clear
- Gathering photographs and other physical evidence
- Reviewing medical records and treatment information
- Consulting with qualified experts when necessary
- Identifying all parties who may be legally responsible
Having legal representation early can also help shield you from insurance company tactics designed to weaken your claim, including attempting to take advantage of South Carolina’s Tort Reform and Liquor Liability Act (Act 42) to shift part of the fault for your injuries onto a third party.
Insurance adjusters often contact injured parties shortly after an accident and request recorded statements. While these conversations may seem routine, insurers may later use the provided information to dispute liability or reduce the value of a claim. In some cases, insurers offer quick settlements before victims fully understand the severity of their injuries or future medical needs.
Accepting an early settlement can be risky. Once a claim is resolved, recovering additional compensation is generally not possible, even if medical expenses and other losses exceed expectations.
Before accepting a settlement, you need to understand the full value of your case. We will communicate with the insurance companies and pursue fair compensation for you.
Deciding Whether to Take a Settlement Deal or Go to Trial
One of the decisions you will need to make when pursuing a motorcycle accident claim is whether to accept a settlement offer or continue pursuing the case through litigation. Although many personal injury claims resolve through negotiated settlements, every case presents unique circumstances that must be carefully evaluated.
A settlement can provide compensation more quickly and help avoid the uncertainty, expense, and time commitment often associated with a trial. Many injured individuals prefer reaching a fair agreement rather than waiting for a courtroom resolution. However, insurance companies do not always make reasonable offers.
When an insurance carrier refuses to negotiate fairly, filing a lawsuit and preparing for trial may become the most effective path forward. At Auger & Auger, we approach every case as though it may ultimately be presented in court. Our trial-focused preparation includes:
- Developing a comprehensive claim supported by evidence
- Working with qualified experts when additional analysis is necessary
- Organizing medical records, photographs, and supporting documentation
- Anticipating defenses likely to be raised by insurance companies
- Preparing persuasive arguments regarding liability and damages
This preparation provides significant advantages throughout the claims process and helps position our clients for the strongest possible outcome.
Ultimately, the decision to settle or proceed to trial belongs to you. Our North Myrtle Beach motorcycle accident attorneys will explain the advantages and potential risks of each option, answer your questions, and help you make an informed choice based on your circumstances and goals.
Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer Serving North Myrtle Beach Today
For more than three decades, Auger & Auger has helped injury victims seek compensation after motorcycle accidents caused by negligence. We understand the difficulties that often follow a serious injury, and our team is committed to providing compassionate support and dedicated legal representation throughout the claims process.
When you choose our firm, we manage the legal aspects of your case, communicate with insurance companies, and advocate for your right to full compensation every step of the way.
Through the A&A Zero Fee Guarantee™, you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf. If you were injured in a motorcycle crash, contact us today for a free case evaluation.
