Five Lives Lost in Head-On Collision in Laurens County, South Carolina

In this case, based solely on the news reports, it appears as though the vehicle driving in the wrong direction violated South Carolina Code section 56-5-1810(c) which states: “Upon any roadway having four or more lanes for moving traffic and providing for two-way movement of traffic, no vehicle shall be driven to the left of the center line of the roadway…” S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-1810.  Additionally, driving the wrong way on an interstate is a highly dangerous and reckless activity.  Given the facts and timing of the accident, any thorough investigation into the crash should determine whether the driver of the at-fault vehicle was under the influence of alcohol, as well as investigating whether or not appropriate signage was in place to warn the driver that they were driving in the wrong direction on the wrong side of a divided highway.  Cellphone records, as well as the use of an experienced accident reconstructionist, may be needed to understand the facts and circumstances that led to this crash and tragic loss of life.

All of us at Pracht Injury Lawyers wish to extend our sincere thoughts and prayers for everyone involved in this tragedy.  Please know that all facts and reports are based on second-hand reports from news agencies covering the crash and are not guaranteed or represented as 100% accurate.  No reliance on this article should be made to formulate an opinion of determination as to what happened or who was ultimately responsible for this incident.  The contents or this article are not evidence and not legal advice.  If you have been involved in a motor vehicle crash and need legal advice from an attorney at Pracht Injury Lawyers, you can call our office or reach out to us on our website, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.