Helpful Links

Helpful Resources for Navigating Your Personal Injury Case


Welcome to Jess's Helpful Links page, a quick and easy resource for websites that may be helpful after you have been in a car accident. Whether you're seeking information on legal procedures, looking for support services, or trying to track down information about your wreck, these curated links offer valuable guidance and assistance. 


How do I get information from a public entity about my accident? 

The South Carolina Freedom of Information Act provides a framework for citizens to request  public information from state and local departments and agencies.  The FOIA statute can be found here: 

SC FOIA Laws

How do I know if the offer for my car is fair?

To determine if the offer you have received from the insurance company to pay you for the total loss of your vehicle, you can use the links below to determine what the fair market value of your vehicle may be: 

Carfax Valuation Reports 

National Association of Automobile Dealers (provides valuation of vehicles)

Kelly Blue Book 

VIN Locator 


How do I get a copy of my accident report? 

To get a copy of your accident report you can visit the SCDMV's website, pay a small after providing your license number and date of accident and it can be downloaded almost immediately: 

SCDMV Request Accident Report


Where can I find traffic laws? 

The full uniform motor vehicle citation statutes can be found here: 

South Carolina Code Ann. Title 56- Motor Vehicles 


A simpler and easier to read version can be found here: 

List of Citations


How do I complain about an insurance adjuster or the claims process? 

South Carolina Department of Insurance 


How do I get information about a boating accident? 

Send a FOIA request to the SC Department of Natural Resources: 

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources


How safe is the highway right now? 

SCDOT Traffic and Road Conditions