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South Carolina gives you 2 years from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit, which is in line with the national average of 1.9 years. This is a standard timeframe, but acting sooner preserves evidence and strengthens your position.

South Carolina pays temporary total disability (TTD) benefits at 67% of your average weekly wage, up to a maximum of $1,022 per week. This maximum is below the national average of $1,243. TTD benefits in South Carolina are limited to 500 weeks (approximately 9.6 years).

South Carolina relies on the AMA Guides, 6th Edition to assess permanent impairment. Your treating physician or an independent medical examiner assigns a whole-person impairment rating, which is then converted into a disability benefit amount. The specific guide version used in South Carolina can produce ratings that differ meaningfully from those in states using different editions.

In South Carolina, you must report your workplace injury to your employer within 90 days of the accident. This employer notification deadline is separate from — and much shorter than — the 2-year statute of limitations for filing a formal claim. Failing to notify your employer within 90 days can result in your claim being denied or your benefits being reduced, even if you file the formal claim on time. Report the injury in writing and keep a copy for your records.

If your workplace injury prevents you from returning to your prior job in South Carolina, you may be entitled to vocational rehabilitation benefits. These benefits are designed to help injured workers re-enter the workforce through skills training, education, job search assistance, and related support. The goal is to help you achieve employment at wages as close as possible to your pre-injury earnings. Your eligibility is typically determined through a vocational assessment.