Numerous Fatal Motorcycle Accidents Reported Across South Carolina

Over the past few days and weeks, numerous motorcycle accidents have occurred throughout South Carolina. Many of these accidents have been fatal, and they highlight how dangerous riding can be. That being said, they do not necessarily indicate that motorcyclists are inherently reckless individuals. In fact, many of these motorcycle accidents in South Carolina seem to have been caused by other motorists. Can a Charleston motorcycle accident lawyer help you after a similar accident?

Numerous Riders Killed After Incidents Involving Private Driveways 

At least two motorcyclists died due to incidents involving private driveways in South Carolina – both during the middle of February, 2025. The first incident occurred in Spartanburg County, and it occurred when a pickup truck driver tried to pull out of a public driveway. He struck a motorcyclist going in the opposite direction, causing fatal injuries.

The nature of this crash suggests that the pickup truck driver attempted a left-hand turn onto SC 11, since the truck could not have come into contact with oncoming traffic otherwise. This also suggests that the truck driver failed to yield. Not only must left-turning traffic yield to other vehicles, but truck drivers must also yield when pulling out of private driveways.

The second incident occurred in Anderson County when an SUV driver attempted to turn into a private driveway on Anderson Street. Again, the vehicle came into contact with a motorcyclist heading in the opposite direction – suggesting the SUV driver was attempting a left-hand turn. The crash is being investigated by the South Carolina Highway Patrol, and no official cause has been revealed. That being said, the SUV may have failed to yield the right of way.

Like the first incident involving a private driveway, this crash killed the motorcyclist. He was just 35 years old, and he was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. When a large vehicle like an SUV or truck turns left across the path of a rider, there is very little they can do to avoid fatal injuries.

Four Motorcycle Accidents in Just Four Days Across the Midlands 

In the space of just four days, four motorcyclists were injured in crashes across the Midlands area. One rider lost their life while being chased by a deputy. Another suffered serious injuries after colliding with an SUV in an intersection. A third died after colliding with a Ford sedan, while a fourth also died that same afternoon.

Can a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in South Carolina Help? 

If a motorcycle accident has harmed you or someone you love, you may want to speak with a motorcycle crash lawyer in South Carolina. These legal professionals may be able to help you file a personal injury lawsuit or a wrongful death claim. If your relative passed away and you believe someone else might be to blame, Mickelsen & Dalton, LLC may be able to guide you toward compensation and justice. Reach out today to get started.

Sources: 

foxcarolina.com/2025/02/15/schp-motorcycle-crashes-into-truck-spartanburg-co-leaving-one-victim/

wyff4.com/article/anderson-belton-deadly-motorcycle-crash/63811817

thestate.com/news/traffic/article299763319.html