Losing a limb changes everything in an instant. When a workplace accident, traffic collision, or medical error results in amputation in Columbia, South Carolina, victims face not only catastrophic physical trauma but mounting medical bills, lost income, and profound psychological adjustment that affects every aspect of life.
Available 24/7 - Immediate Response for Catastrophic Injuries
South Carolina law recognizes that amputations represent among the most devastating injuries—permanent, life-altering, and requiring decades of ongoing care, prosthetics, and rehabilitation. No settlement can restore what was lost, but adequate recovery can provide security, dignity, and the resources needed to adapt to your new reality.
Matthew McGuire has spent over 30 years fighting for maximum compensation for Columbia amputation victims, understanding that these cases require meticulous calculation of lifetime costs and aggressive negotiation against insurance companies determined to minimize payouts. With offices in Columbia and availability 24/7/365, McGuire Law responds immediately when catastrophic injuries occur—because in amputation cases, preserving evidence and documenting damages from the start is critical to your recovery.
Catastrophic amputation cases demand sophisticated legal strategies that account for lifetime medical needs, vocational impacts, and the complex medical evidence required to prove the full extent of your damages.
Extensive experience handling the most severe injury cases requiring expert medical testimony, life care planners, and economists to calculate lifetime damages accurately.
Deep understanding of hospital standards, surgical protocols, and infection control procedures that can lead to preventable amputations when violated.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, industrial equipment standards, and employer responsibilities that create liability when workers suffer amputation injuries.
Experience pursuing manufacturers of defective machinery, power tools, and equipment that cause traumatic amputations due to design or manufacturing defects.
Working with medical experts and life care planners to document every future need—prosthetics, therapy, home modifications, and ongoing medical care.
From workplace machinery accidents to medical negligence, we pursue maximum compensation for all types of traumatic limb loss in Columbia and throughout South Carolina.
Industrial equipment, machinery, forklifts, and manufacturing tools at Columbia-area facilities that cause traumatic amputations when safety protocols fail.
Crashes on I-26, I-77, or I-20 causing traumatic amputations or injuries requiring surgical amputation due to crush injuries or severe trauma.
Surgical errors, delayed diagnosis of infection, or improper post-operative care at Prisma Health Richland, Baptist Health, or other Columbia hospitals.
Malfunctioning equipment, power tools, or dangerous machinery with design defects or manufacturing flaws that lead to limb loss.
Falls, equipment failures, electrocution injuries, and crushing accidents on construction sites throughout the Columbia area.
Property owner negligence leading to crushing injuries, severe lacerations, or other trauma requiring amputation.
Injuries in Columbia's transportation and logistics sectors involving heavy equipment, rail cars, and industrial machinery.
Amputation cases often involve employers, property owners, manufacturers, contractors, and negligent drivers—we identify all responsible parties.
When facing the life-altering reality of limb loss, our unwavering commitment to securing every dollar you deserve becomes the foundation for rebuilding your future with dignity and security.
We understand amputation cases involve profound personal trauma. We provide aggressive legal representation while treating you with the dignity and compassion you deserve.
Amputation cases require precise calculation of lifetime costs. We work with medical experts, economists, and life care planners to document every future need.
Insurance companies use every tactic to minimize catastrophic injury payouts. We know their strategies and refuse to accept settlements that don't reflect your true losses.
Amputations affect entire families. We address spousal claims, family counseling needs, and the impact on your loved ones as part of comprehensive recovery.
Amputation victims face enormous financial pressure. We advance all costs and only collect fees when we secure compensation for your injuries.
The steps you take immediately after an amputation injury can significantly impact the compensation you recover.
Photograph accident scenes, defective equipment, or hazardous conditions before cleanup occurs. This evidence may be critical to proving liability.
Obtain witness statements from Columbia first responders, coworkers, or other parties present at the accident scene.
Secure records from emergency transport, Prisma Health emergency departments, surgical teams, and rehabilitation facilities like Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital.
Don't give recorded statements to insurance adjusters who will use your words to minimize your claim value before you understand lifetime costs.
Obtain reports from Columbia Police Department, Richland County Sheriff's Office, OSHA, or workplace safety officers documenting the incident.
Call (888) 499-5738 before signing any documents or accepting settlement offers. Protect your rights from the start.
Amputation cases require resources, expertise, and determination that only experienced catastrophic injury attorneys can provide. Matt McGuire has secured millions for amputation victims by refusing inadequate settlements and fighting for compensation that reflects the true magnitude of permanent limb loss.
Over 30 years handling the most severe injury cases in South Carolina, understanding the medical complexities and lifetime impacts of permanent disabilities.
We work with surgeons, prosthetists, rehabilitation specialists, and life care planners to document every aspect of your injury and future needs.
Understanding that prosthetics require replacement every 3-5 years, we calculate decades of costs including technology advances and medical inflation.
Familiar with Richland County Court of Common Pleas judges, procedures, and local medical providers. This knowledge gives our clients strategic advantages.
We refuse lowball offers and fight for settlements that provide security, dignity, and resources for the rest of your life—not just immediate bills.
Amputation injuries create lifetime costs that demand comprehensive damage calculations far beyond immediate medical bills.
Insurers offer rapid lowball settlements before you understand decades of prosthetic replacement, therapy, and care costs. We calculate true lifetime needs.
Insurance companies use sophisticated tactics to minimize payouts on catastrophic amputation claims. We know their playbook and fight back.
Offering settlements before you understand the full extent of lifetime costs associated with amputation, including decades of prosthetic replacement.
Claiming comparative fault to reduce their financial responsibility even in clear liability cases involving employer or manufacturer negligence.
Hiring defense doctors who minimize your disability and future needs despite obvious permanent impairment requiring lifetime care.
Attempting to show you're more capable than claimed despite obvious permanent disability that fundamentally changes your abilities.
Dragging out negotiations while your bills accumulate and financial pressure mounts, hoping you'll accept inadequate settlements.
Understanding amputation injury claims helps you make informed decisions about protecting your rights and securing fair compensation for your losses.
Amputation cases involve substantial lifetime costs including prosthetics (replaced every 3-5 years), therapy, home modifications, lost income, and pain and suffering. Values depend on injury severity, age, occupation, and liable parties. Matt McGuire has secured millions for amputation victims.
South Carolina's statute of limitations is generally three years from the injury date. However, evidence preservation and witness availability decline rapidly. Contact us immediately to protect your rights and document your case properly.
Workers' compensation may cover some costs, but you may have additional claims against equipment manufacturers, property owners, or third-party contractors. We investigate all potential sources of recovery beyond workers' comp limits.
Modern prosthetics cost $10,000 to over $100,000 and require replacement every 3-5 years. We calculate lifetime replacement costs including technology advances, medical inflation, and your life expectancy.
Yes. Delayed diagnosis of infection, surgical errors, and improper post-operative care at Columbia hospitals can constitute malpractice. We work with medical experts to prove the standard of care was violated.
Spouses can claim loss of consortium for impact on the marriage relationship. We also address family counseling needs and the burden placed on loved ones providing care and support.
Never accept early settlement offers before understanding lifetime costs. Insurance companies offer quick settlements hoping you'll accept before calculating decades of prosthetic replacement, therapy, and lost income.
We work on contingency—no fee unless we recover compensation. We advance all costs including medical experts, life care planners, and economists. Call for free to discuss your case.
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 for your amputation claim. Insurance companies are already building their case to minimize your lifetime recovery. Call McGuire Law now and experience the difference that personal, aggressive, and effective legal representation can make in securing your future.
Available 24/7/365 - Immediate Response for Catastrophic Injuries
