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When you get a driver’s license for a car, you have to learn the rules of the road. You have to do the same for motorcycles. To ride legally in South Carolina, you need the right license, and that means knowing and following the traffic laws that apply to motorcycles.
Motorcycles are also expected to follow the same traffic signs and signals as everyone else. Speed limits, red lights, and stop signs all apply. Riders need to use turn signals, keep their lights in working order, and carry the correct license. These rules may sound basic, but in Charleston traffic –in downtown where streets are tight — they matter a lot. Get in touch with our dedicated motorcycle wreck attorneys today to learn more about Charleston County motorcycle traffic laws.
If someone in Charleston County fails to follow the traffic laws and is involved in a motorcycle crash, that could affect their injury claim. Traffic laws do more than keep order on the road. They also come into play after a crash. If a motorcyclist runs a red light, speeds, or breaks another traffic law, that fact may be raised in an insurance claim or lawsuit. It does not erase what the other driver did, but it can affect how fault is divided.
The state follows comparative negligence according to South Carolina Code of Laws § 15-38-15, which means that both sides are taken into account when assigning fault. If a driver was texting, failed to yield, or drifted into a motorcycle’s lane, they can still be held mostly responsible even if the rider made a mistake too. On the other hand, if the rider was following the law and got hit anyway, those same rules may actually support their case by showing they were riding responsibly.
Motorcycle traffic laws are not just words on paper. They help establish who had the right of way and whether a driver acted carelessly. Even small violations — like failing to signal or not wearing a helmet — can affect how fault is assigned in a crash. For riders and their families, that can be the difference between a denied claim and the ability to recover compensation.
Our Charleston County lawyers at The Farmer Law Firm are knowledgeable about local motorcycle traffic laws, and we could review your case to determine if either party violated any laws. By connecting the facts of your crash to relevant traffic laws, we could help protect your rights and strengthen your claim.
These rules can be confusing, and insurance companies may try to use them against riders and families. We can help you understand how Charleston County motorcycle traffic laws may affect your situation after a crash.
At our firm, we are a small team — two lawyers and a paralegal — which means when you call, you will talk directly with us. We take the time to listen to your story, explain your options, and guide you through what can feel like an overwhelming process.
Reach out to the experienced legal team at The Farmer Law Firm today to learn how we may help you move forward after a motorcycle accident.