Truck claims
in South Carolina.

3 years

Three years from the date of injury under S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530.

Modified comparative negligence (51% bar)

South Carolina follows modified comparative fault under Nelson v. Concrete Supply — recovery is barred if your fault exceeds 50%.

Maximum recovery

Tort Claims Act caps state liability. Punitive damages limited under S.C. Code Ann. § 15-32-530.

Pre-suit notice

South Carolina Tort Claims Act claims must be filed within two years.

S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530

Cite this statute when documenting your claim. Your attorney will work from this authority.

State practice

I-95, I-26, and I-85 carry heavy freight. The Port of Charleston generates major container trucking.