The standard contingency fee for personal injury attorneys typically ranges from 33 to 40 percent. In personal injury cases, attorneys typically keep between 30 and 40% of a client's agreement or award in court. This percentage varies depending on factors such as the complexity of the case, whether an agreement is reached before trial and the stage of litigation. Unfortunately, most personal injury cases can be lengthy, complicated, and costly, making it impossible for many injured victims to afford initial legal expenses.
In short, while unfortunately, people must pay attorneys for justice to be done in many cases, and while garnishments can detract from their net recovery, without a personal injury attorney and a South Carolina health insurer, you may never receive medical treatment or compensation for your injury. I believe that South Carolina personal injury attorneys have a responsibility, right from the start of the case, to explain how the settlement money will be distributed.