Bicycle Accident Claims in South Carolina
Bicycle rules in South Carolina (passing distance, helmets, riding rules), how fault is shared after a bike crash, and the deadline to sue.
Short answer: A person riding a bicycle on a roadway has the rights and duties of a motor vehicle driver, except for special bicycle rules and provisions that by their nature cannot apply. S.C. Code §§ 56-5-3420, 56-5-3435, 56-5-3445
| Bicycle laws | A person riding a bicycle on a roadway has the rights and duties of a motor vehicle driver, except for special bicycle rules and provisions that by their nature cannot apply. A motor vehicle driver must at all times maintain a safe operating distance from a bicycle, and harassing, taunting or maliciously throwing objects at a bicyclist is unlawful. No specific passing distance in feet appears in the section read. |
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| Minimum car insurance | Auto liability policies must provide at least $25,000 for bodily injury to one person, $50,000 for bodily injury to two or more people in one accident, and $25,000 for property damage. Source: S.C. Code § 38-77-140 |
| Deadline to sue for an injury | Three years for assault, battery, or any injury to the person or rights of another not arising from a contract. Source: S.C. Code § 15-3-530(5) |
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FAQ
What are the bicycle laws in South Carolina?
A person riding a bicycle on a roadway has the rights and duties of a motor vehicle driver, except for special bicycle rules and provisions that by their nature cannot apply. A motor vehicle driver must at all times maintain a safe operating distance from a bicycle, and harassing, taunting or maliciously throwing objects at a bicyclist is unlawful. No specific passing distance in feet appears in the section read.
What is the minimum car insurance required in South Carolina?
Auto liability policies must provide at least $25,000 for bodily injury to one person, $50,000 for bodily injury to two or more people in one accident, and $25,000 for property damage.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury in South Carolina?
Three years for assault, battery, or any injury to the person or rights of another not arising from a contract.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.