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Statute of Limitations
South Carolina has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury from truck accidents (SC Code § 15-3-530). Modified comparative fault with 51% bar. Claims against SCDOT or other state entities require compliance with the South Carolina Tort Claims Act (SC Code § 15-78-100) — notice within 2 years. Port of Charleston truck activity creates specific liability issues around drayage contractor classification.
3 years from date of accident
South Carolina Data
Exposure in South Carolina
Source: SCDOT Commercial Vehicle Data 2024
Source: NHTSA FARS 2024
Source: SC Ports Authority
Medical Resources
Clinics & Specialists in South Carolina
MUSC Health Medical Center — Level I Trauma Center
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