Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Orangeburg, South Carolina
Lanier & Burroughs is a dedicated personal injury law firm serving clients throughout South Carolina. With over 50 years of combined legal experience, our team of trial attorneys specializes in representing individuals and families affected by accidents caused by negligence or wrongful acts. We focus on cases involving trucking accidents, auto collisions, defective products, wrongful death, nursing home neglect, and family law matters. Our attorneys, all graduates of the University of South Carolina School of Law, prioritize client needs by providing personalized legal strategies tailored to each case. We collaborate with professional investigators and experts to counter insurance company tactics and pursue maximum compensation for our clients.Founded in 1974, our firm has built a legacy of advocacy, combining deep local knowledge with a commitment to justice. We offer free initial consultations and operate with transparency, ensuring clients understand their rights and options. Our AV-Preeminent rated* legal team brings decades of courtroom experience to every case, aligning our goals with those of our clients to achieve successful outcomes. *Martindale-Hubbell certification reflects peer-reviewed legal ability and ethical standards.
Services
Tractor Trailer Wrecks
Wrongful Death Claims
Auto Accident Representation
Product Liability Cases
Nursing Home Neglect
Family Law/Divorce
Trucking Company Negligence
Log Truck Wrecks
On The Job Injuries
Workers' Compensation Claims
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined legal experience in South Carolina courts.
- Our attorneys graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law.
- We collaborate with professional investigators and accident reconstructionists.
- We provide free initial consultations with personalized legal strategies.
- Our founding partner holds an AV-Preeminent peer-reviewed legal rating.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
What people say
Compassionate representation
Successful case outcomes
Legal expertise
Dedicated advocacy
Personalized attention
Services
Tractor Trailer Wrecks
Our firm specializes in representing victims of commercial trucking accidents. We investigate liability against trucking companies, drivers, and manufacturers to secure compensation for injuries, property damage, and lost wages. With experience in federal and state regulations, we counter insurance company tactics to protect client rights. Our team collaborates with accident reconstruction experts to build strong cases for maximum recovery.
Wrongful Death Claims
We provide compassionate legal representation for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence. Our attorneys handle claims against responsible parties, including corporations and medical facilities, to recover funeral costs, lost income, and emotional damages. We navigate complex legal standards to ensure accountability while supporting families during difficult times through personalized guidance and advocacy.
Auto Accidents
We advocate for victims of automobile collisions, including distracted driving, DUI incidents, and multi-vehicle pileups. Our team negotiates with insurance providers to cover medical expenses, vehicle repairs, and pain and suffering. We utilize evidence analysis and medical documentation to establish liability and pursue fair settlements or courtroom verdicts when necessary.
Product Liability
Our firm holds manufacturers accountable for unsafe products causing injury or death. We handle cases involving automotive defects, pharmaceutical errors, and consumer goods failures. By examining design flaws, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings, we seek compensation for medical costs, lost earnings, and long-term rehabilitation needs through rigorous legal strategies.
Nursing Home Neglect
We protect the rights of vulnerable seniors by pursuing claims against facilities failing to provide adequate care. Our attorneys investigate instances of physical neglect, medical errors, and emotional abuse to secure financial recovery for victims and families. We work with healthcare professionals to document substandard care and advocate for systemic improvements through legal action.
People
Lewis C. Lanier
Founding Partner
Practicing law since 1974, Lewis C. Lanier specializes in personal injury and family law. AV-Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell, he brings decades of courtroom experience to complex cases involving trucking accidents and wrongful death.
Shane M. Burroughs
Partner
With over 15 years of experience, Shane Burroughs focuses on motor vehicle accidents and product liability cases. He advocates for clients statewide, leveraging trial expertise to negotiate favorable settlements or pursue verdicts when necessary.
David C. Marshall
Attorney
Bringing over a decade of legal experience, David C. Marshall handles wrongful death and nursing home neglect cases. He joined Lanier & Burroughs in 2016, emphasizing client communication and strategic litigation.
Questions
What types of cases does Lanier & Burroughs handle?
We specialize in personal injury cases including trucking accidents, auto collisions, wrongful death, defective products, nursing home neglect, and family law matters across South Carolina.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your case details and legal options with no obligation.
How long has the firm been in practice?
Our founding attorney has practiced since 1974, and the current firm structure has over 50 years of combined legal experience.
What areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout South Carolina, with a focus on Orangeburg and the Lowcountry regions.
How are legal fees structured?
We work on contingency fee arrangements for most cases, meaning we only collect payment if we secure compensation for you.
