One careless driver on I-85, a distracted trucker on I-26, or a negligent property owner can destroy everything you've built in seconds. When someone else's recklessness leaves you with mounting medical bills, lost wages, and pain that won't quit, insurance companies immediately start working to minimize what you deserve.
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From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, South Carolina injury victims face sophisticated corporate defense teams designed to protect profits, not people. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget details, and surveillance footage gets erased while you're focused on recovery.
Matthew McGuire has fought for injured South Carolinians in every county across this state for over three decades, and he knows exactly how insurance adjusters will devalue your suffering—because he's been defeating their tactics since 1993. We don't get paid unless you do.
Maximizing injury compensation requires more than filing paperwork—it demands aggressive investigation, expert testimony coordination, and the willingness to take insurance companies to trial.
We deploy investigators immediately to document evidence before it disappears—photographing scenes, obtaining surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, and preserving physical evidence that proves liability.
Building maximum compensation requires medical experts who can testify about injury severity, future treatment needs, and long-term prognosis. We work with specialists across South Carolina to document your damages.
Insurance adjusters use sophisticated tactics to minimize payouts. Matt McGuire understands their playbook and counters with evidence-based demands that expose the true value of your claim.
Insurance companies offer fair settlements only when they know you'll actually go to court. We prepare every case for trial from day one, creating leverage that maximizes your recovery.
Lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and future medical costs require expert economic analysis. We work with forensic accountants to document the full financial impact of your injuries.
South Carolina's modified comparative negligence rule can reduce your recovery if you're partially at fault. We build evidence demonstrating the other party's greater responsibility.
Matt McGuire has tried injury cases in courts from Charleston to Greenville, understanding how juries in different South Carolina circuits respond to evidence and testimony.
From highway collisions to medical negligence, we pursue maximum compensation for injury victims throughout South Carolina.
Car accidents on interstates, highways, and rural roads where driver negligence causes catastrophic injuries or wrongful death. We handle complex multi-vehicle crashes and uninsured motorist claims.
18-wheeler crashes, delivery vehicle accidents, and interstate carrier collisions where federal regulations create additional liability. These cases often involve multiple defendants and substantial insurance coverage.
Representing riders injured by inattentive drivers who fail to see motorcycles. We combat biased assumptions about motorcyclists while proving driver negligence caused your injuries.
Slip-and-fall injuries, inadequate security, dangerous conditions at businesses, apartments, or public properties. Property owners have legal duties to maintain safe premises for visitors.
Surgical errors, misdiagnoses, medication mistakes, and birth injuries at hospitals from Spartanburg to Hilton Head. These complex cases require expert medical testimony and detailed analysis.
Holding manufacturers accountable when dangerous products injure South Carolina consumers. Product liability cases often involve recalls, design defects, and inadequate warnings.
Seeking justice and compensation for families when negligence killed their loved one. We pursue funeral expenses, lost financial support, and loss of companionship damages.
South Carolina law permanently bars injury claims filed after the deadline. Once you settle, you cannot reopen your claim. Contact Matt McGuire before signing anything or accepting any money from insurance companies.
When insurance companies try to minimize your suffering, you need attorneys who fight with the same intensity they would bring to protecting their own family.
We don't get paid unless you do. Contingency fee representation means you can afford experienced legal counsel regardless of your financial situation—we invest in your case and share the risk.
Injury cases create anxiety about bills, recovery, and the legal process. We keep clients informed at every stage, returning calls promptly and explaining developments in plain language.
Maximum compensation requires comprehensive evidence. We leave no stone unturned in documenting liability, damages, and the full impact of injuries on your life and family.
Insurance companies respect attorneys who don't back down. We negotiate from positions of strength, backed by evidence and demonstrated willingness to try cases when necessary.
Behind every injury claim is a person whose life has been disrupted. We understand the physical pain, emotional stress, and financial pressure you're experiencing and treat you with dignity.
Every case is prepared as if it's going to trial. This preparation creates leverage in settlement negotiations and ensures we're ready if insurance companies refuse reasonable offers.
We provide realistic assessments of case value and potential outcomes. You deserve truthful guidance about what your claim is worth and how to maximize recovery.
Understanding how insurers operate helps you avoid mistakes that destroy claim value. We've been defeating these strategies for over 30 years.
Insurers distort facts to blame you for accidents, reducing payouts under South Carolina's modified comparative negligence rules. We build evidence proving the other party's greater fault.
Delaying claim processing hoping financial desperation forces you to accept inadequate settlements. We apply pressure through litigation deadlines and court filings.
Offering fast money before you understand the full extent of injuries or future medical needs. These amounts rarely cover ongoing treatment and lost earning capacity.
Hiring investigators to capture misleading footage suggesting injuries aren't serious. We prepare clients for surveillance and counter deceptive video interpretations.
Using your posts against you by claiming activities prove you're not actually hurt. We advise clients on protecting their claims from social media exploitation.
Pressuring you to provide recorded statements without legal representation present. Adjusters are trained to elicit damaging admissions—never give recorded statements without counsel.
Disputing medical treatment necessity or claiming injuries were pre-existing conditions. We document how accidents aggravated prior conditions and caused new injuries.
Insurance companies recognize attorneys who actually try cases versus those who always settle. Matt McGuire's statewide trial reputation creates leverage that maximizes your recovery.
Matt McGuire has pursued injury compensation in every South Carolina county since 1993, understanding how different courts, judges, and juries respond to evidence and testimony.
Insurance companies know which attorneys will actually go to court. Our reputation for trial readiness motivates reasonable settlement offers before courtroom battles.
From our Columbia office, we serve injury victims across all 46 South Carolina counties with the same dedication and resources regardless of location.
Medical specialists, accident reconstructionists, economists, and other experts strengthen our cases. We invest in the testimony needed to prove maximum damages.
Accidents don't wait for business hours. We're available around the clock to begin protecting your rights from the moment injury occurs.
No upfront costs, no hourly billing. We advance all case expenses and only collect fees when we recover compensation for you.
Your case receives direct attention from Matt McGuire, not delegation to paralegals or junior attorneys. You get experienced counsel throughout the process.
South Carolina law allows injury victims to recover compensation for the full impact of negligent conduct on their lives.
Past and future medical costs including surgeries, rehabilitation, medications, assistive devices, and ongoing care needs. We document the full scope of treatment required.
Compensation for income lost during recovery and diminished future earning capacity when injuries prevent returning to previous employment levels.
Physical discomfort, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life deserve compensation. We document how injuries affect your daily activities and relationships.
Damages for how injuries affected relationships with spouses and family members, including loss of companionship, affection, and family participation.
Permanent marks or physical changes that affect appearance and self-esteem deserve additional compensation beyond medical treatment costs.
In cases involving gross negligence, recklessness, or intentional harm, additional damages designed to punish wrongdoers and deter similar conduct.
Reimbursement for vehicles, personal belongings, and other items destroyed in accidents, ensuring complete restoration of your losses.
Understanding South Carolina personal injury law helps you make informed decisions about protecting your rights and maximizing recovery.
South Carolina's statute of limitations gives you three years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. However, evidence disappears quickly—witness memories fade, surveillance footage gets erased, and physical evidence degrades. Contact an attorney immediately to preserve your claim.
South Carolina uses modified comparative negligence. You can recover damages if you're less than 51% at fault, but your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies exploit this rule by exaggerating your contribution—we build evidence proving the other party's greater responsibility.
Almost never. First offers are typically lowball amounts designed to close claims cheaply before you understand the full extent of injuries. Some serious conditions don't manifest symptoms for weeks. Never settle without understanding future medical needs and having an attorney evaluate your claim's true value.
Not without an attorney present. Insurance adjusters are trained to elicit damaging admissions that reduce claim value. Politely decline recorded statements and refer the adjuster to your attorney. You have no legal obligation to provide recorded statements.
Case value depends on injury severity, medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and the defendant's available insurance coverage. We evaluate all damages and provide realistic assessments of potential recovery. Every case is unique—avoid attorneys who quote values without thorough analysis.
Contingency fee means we don't get paid unless you do. We advance all case expenses and only collect attorney fees as a percentage of your recovery. If we don't win, you owe nothing. This structure ensures everyone can afford experienced legal representation regardless of financial situation.
Most personal injury cases settle before trial, but insurance companies only offer fair amounts when they know you'll actually go to court. We prepare every case for trial from day one, creating leverage that maximizes settlement offers while being ready if litigation becomes necessary.
Seek medical attention even for seemingly minor injuries. Document everything with photographs. Obtain police reports and witness contact information. Avoid recorded statements to insurance adjusters. Don't accept early settlement offers. Contact Matt McGuire before signing anything from insurance companies.
With over 30 years of experience defending South Carolina, McGuire Law provides elite legal representation with national recognition. McGuire Law has grown from a small practice into one of the most trusted law firms in South Carolina. We understand that legal issues can be overwhelming, whether you're facing criminal charges, dealing with injuries from an accident, or navigating family law matters.
McGuire Law is committed to each client's unique situation, and we don't believe in boilerplate solutions. Every case requires careful analysis, strategic planning, and aggressive representation. Our firm combines over 30 years of experience with cutting-edge legal strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
McGuire Law serves all 46 South Carolina counties. We know these counties, their courts, their legal communities, and most importantly, the people who live here. This local knowledge, combined with our legal expertise, gives our clients a significant advantage.
Matt McGuire received his B.A. from the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill and his J.D. from the University of South Carolina.
Matt has served as a law clerk for a State Circuit Judge, an Assistant Attorney General for the State of South Carolina, and an Assistant Solicitor in the Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office.
Matt is a proud husband, father of two, and a long-time resident of Richland County, South Carolina.
Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and insurance adjusters build their defense while you focus on recovery. Matt McGuire has fought for South Carolina injury victims for over 30 years, and he knows exactly how to counter insurance company tactics. Call now—we don't get paid unless you do.
2001 Assembly Street, Suite 102-B
Columbia, SC 29201
Personal injuries don't wait for business hours, and neither does our commitment to South Carolina injury victims. From our office in the heart of Columbia, Matt McGuire serves clients across all 46 counties with the tenacity that comes from three decades of holding negligent parties accountable. Call (888) 499-5738 right now—24/7/365—or schedule your free consultation through our online calendar to learn what your case is actually worth.