Imagine this: a drunk driver runs a red light and crashes into your car, leaving you injured and your life turned upside down. What if you found out the driver was served alcohol while clearly intoxicated at a bar? In South Carolina, dram shop laws allow victims like you to hold establishments accountable for their role in such tragedies.
At Lesemann & Associates, we’re here to guide you through these challenging situations and help you understand your legal options. Here’s what you need to know about dram shop laws in South Carolina and how they can help you seek justice.
Dram shop laws are designed to hold bars, restaurants, and liquor stores accountable when they serve alcohol to someone who causes harm due to their intoxication. These laws protect victims of drunk driving accidents, assaults, or other incidents caused by someone who was served alcohol irresponsibly.
For example, if a bar continues serving alcohol to a visibly drunk customer who later causes an accident, the bar may share legal responsibility for the harm caused.
To win a dram shop case in South Carolina, you need to prove that:
This can be challenging without the right legal support. At Lesemann & Associates, we know how to build strong cases. We’ll collect key evidence such as security footage, witness statements, and receipts to show how the establishment’s actions contributed to your injuries.
South Carolina’s dram shop laws are part of the Alcohol Beverage Control Act and aim to promote responsible alcohol service. These laws give injured victims the right to seek compensation from establishments that violate their duty by serving alcohol irresponsibly.
Compensation in these cases can cover:
Holding negligent establishments accountable not only helps victims recover but also discourages irresponsible alcohol service in the future.
Dram shop cases are complex, but our team at Lesemann & Associates has the experience and resources to fight for you. We will:
Why Timing is Important in Dram Shop Cases
South Carolina has a strict three-year statute of limitations for filing personal injury claims, including dram shop cases. This means you have only three years from the date of the incident to take legal action. While this may seem like plenty of time, gathering evidence, identifying responsible parties, and building a strong case can take months.
Injured because of someone else’s intoxication? Contact Lesemann & Associates now. Our Charleston dram shop lawyers are ready to stand by your side, fight for justice, and make sure you get the compensation you deserve. Schedule your consultation now.
