A wet floor at the grocery store on Knox Abbott Drive. A broken step at your apartment complex near the Riverwalk. Inadequate lighting in a parking lot that led to an assault. When property owners in Cayce, South Carolina fail to maintain safe conditions, innocent people suffer serious injuries through no fault of their own.
Available 24/7 - Immediate Response for Property Injuries
South Carolina law holds property owners accountable when their negligence causes harm, but insurance companies fight these claims aggressively. Time is critical—evidence disappears, witnesses forget details, and insurance adjusters rush to close cases for pennies on the dollar.
With over 30 years of experience handling premises liability cases throughout Lexington County and across South Carolina, attorney Matthew McGuire knows how to prove negligence and recover maximum compensation for injured victims. McGuire Law responds immediately when property injuries occur because documenting hazardous conditions cannot wait.
Property owners have legal duties to maintain safe premises, and when they breach those duties, victims deserve attorneys who understand building codes, safety standards, and the investigation techniques that prove negligence in Lexington County courts.
Our investigation team uses professional photography, measurements, and video documentation to capture dangerous conditions before property owners can repair them and destroy evidence of their negligence.
Deep knowledge of South Carolina building codes, ADA requirements, and safety regulations allows us to prove property owners violated established standards that caused your Cayce injury.
We work with engineers, safety consultants, and medical experts who provide testimony establishing how property defects caused your injuries and the long-term impact on your life.
Three decades of experience negotiating with property insurance companies means we know their tactics, their adjusters, and how to counter their attempts to deny or minimize your claim.
When insurance companies refuse fair settlements, we're prepared for trial in Lexington County courts with proven experience presenting premises liability cases to juries.
Property owners in Cayce have a duty to maintain safe conditions. When they fail, we hold them accountable for the injuries they cause.
Slip and fall accidents caused by wet floors, uneven surfaces, or debris in aisles at Cayce retail stores and restaurants.
Trip and fall injuries from cracked sidewalks, broken stairs, or poorly maintained walkways at apartment complexes and businesses.
Inadequate security claims when property owners fail to provide proper lighting, locks, or security personnel, leading to assaults or robberies.
Negligent maintenance cases involving collapsed ceilings, electrical hazards, or structural defects that cause serious injury.
Swimming pool accidents including drownings and diving injuries at residential and commercial properties lacking proper safety measures.
Dog bite incidents occurring on someone else's property where the owner knew or should have known about the animal's dangerous propensities.
Toxic exposure from mold, asbestos, or chemical hazards in rental properties or commercial buildings causing serious health problems.
Parking lot accidents caused by potholes, inadequate lighting, or failure to remove ice and snow creating dangerous conditions.
Property owners often repair hazardous conditions immediately after accidents. Contact Matt McGuire within 24 hours to document the danger before it's cleaned up.
Property owners and their insurance companies have teams of lawyers protecting their interests. Injured victims deserve an advocate equally committed to holding negligent property owners accountable and securing full compensation.
We put injured victims first, not insurance company profits. Every decision we make focuses on maximizing your recovery and holding negligent property owners fully accountable for the harm they caused.
Evidence preservation cannot wait. We respond immediately to document hazardous conditions, interview witnesses, and secure surveillance footage before property owners can destroy proof of their negligence.
We provide truthful assessments of your premises liability case, including realistic expectations about recovery and timeline. You deserve accurate information to make informed decisions.
We document every aspect of your injuries and losses—medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering—to ensure nothing is overlooked when calculating the compensation you deserve.
We work on contingency, getting paid only when you recover compensation. There are no upfront costs, so you can pursue justice without financial risk during your recovery.
The actions you take immediately after a property-related injury significantly impact your ability to recover compensation.
Seek medical attention immediately even if injuries seem minor—many serious conditions don't show symptoms right away, and Lexington Medical Center can document your injuries properly.
Report the incident to the property owner or manager and insist they document it in writing with photographs. Get a copy of any incident report created.
Take your own photos and videos of the exact location where you fell or were injured, including any hazardous conditions before they can be cleaned up or repaired.
Identify and get contact information from witnesses who saw what happened—their testimony becomes crucial if the property owner disputes your claim.
Preserve the clothing and shoes you were wearing as they may contain important evidence about the accident conditions.
Contact McGuire Law at (888) 499-5738 within 24 hours—Matt begins investigating immediately while evidence is still fresh.
Premises liability cases require meticulous investigation, expert testimony, and aggressive negotiation to overcome insurance company tactics. Matt McGuire brings three decades of experience and a proven track record to every Cayce property injury case.
Three decades trying premises liability cases in Lexington County courts with proven track record of substantial verdicts and settlements against negligent property owners.
Available 24/7/365 to respond immediately after your injury—Matt understands evidence collection cannot wait while property owners clean up dangerous conditions.
Known statewide as a tenacious advocate who doesn't back down from large insurance companies or corporate property owners trying to deny valid claims.
Personal attention from Matt McGuire himself, not a paralegal or associate attorney handling your case. You deserve direct access to experienced counsel.
No upfront costs—we work on contingency, getting paid only when you recover compensation. This allows you to pursue your claim without financial burden during recovery.
Understanding insurance company tactics helps you avoid mistakes that damage your premises liability case.
Do not sign any statements, releases, or settlement offers from the property owner's insurance company before consulting Matt McGuire.
South Carolina law allows premises liability victims to recover compensation for all losses caused by property owner negligence.
Medical expenses including emergency room treatment, surgery, physical therapy, and future care costs for permanent injuries requiring ongoing treatment.
Lost wages from time off work during recovery, plus diminished earning capacity if injuries prevent returning to your previous occupation.
Pain and suffering compensation for physical discomfort, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life activities you can no longer pursue.
Scarring and disfigurement damages when injuries leave permanent visible marks affecting appearance and self-esteem.
Loss of consortium for spouses dealing with the impact of their partner's serious injuries on the marriage relationship.
Property injury cases involve complex legal standards and insurance company tactics. Here are answers to the questions Cayce residents most frequently ask about premises liability claims.
South Carolina's statute of limitations gives you three years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. However, evidence disappears quickly, so contact Matt McGuire immediately to preserve your claim.
South Carolina's comparative negligence rules allow recovery even if you bear some fault, as long as you're less than 51% responsible. Your damages are reduced by your percentage of fault.
You must prove the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition, failed to correct it or warn visitors, and that failure caused your injuries.
Never accept a settlement offer without consulting an attorney. Early offers are typically far below what your claim is worth and don't account for future medical needs or long-term impact.
We investigate maintenance records, prior complaints, and how long the hazard existed to prove the owner should have known. A reasonable inspection program would have discovered the danger.
Yes. Homeowner's insurance typically covers premises liability claims. Your friend won't pay out of pocket, and their policy exists precisely for these situations.
We work on contingency with no upfront costs. We only get paid when you recover compensation. Call for free to discuss your case and learn how we can help.
Subsequent repairs cannot be used as evidence of negligence under South Carolina law, but we can still prove the dangerous condition existed through photographs, witnesses, and other documentation.
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.
Don't let another day pass without proper legal protection against negligent property owners. Call McGuire Law now and experience the difference that personal, aggressive, and effective legal representation can make in your premises liability case.
Available 24/7/365 - Immediate Response for Property Injuries
