After an accident, life can feel like it's spinning out of control. You're dealing with pain and doctor's appointments, the bills are piling up, and you're worried about how you'll put your life back together. On top of all that, an insurance adjuster is asking for statements and offering quick settlements that may not come close to what your claim is worth.
That's where Charleston personal injury lawyer Merritt Farmer comes in. He has lived in Charleston since 2003 and has spent more than a decade helping injured people stand up to insurance companies. The Farmer Law Firm is not a volume operation where you become a number. When you hire Merritt, you work directly with him—he learns your story, returns your calls, and treats your case as if it were his own family's.
Merritt handles car accidents, boating accidents, slip and fall and other premises liability claims, and drunk driving accident cases. He also helps families who have lost a loved one because of someone else's negligence pursue a wrongful death claim. Whatever happened, he and his team will make sure you understand your rights and feel supported every step of the way.
How We Evaluate Your South Carolina Personal Injury Claim
A strong claim starts with understanding the full picture of what you've been through. During your free consultation, Merritt listens to what happened and reviews the key evidence: the accident report, photos, witness information, and your medical records.
From there, he investigates who was at fault and gathers the proof to support it. He looks closely at the true cost of your injury—not just today's medical bills, but lost income, future treatment, and the ways the injury has affected your daily life. Then he identifies the insurance coverage available and handles the communication with the insurance company so you don't have to.
With that foundation, Merritt builds a plan tailored to your goals and explains it in plain language. Many claims settle without a trial, but he prepares every case as if it could go to court—because being ready to try a case is part of what encourages a fair settlement.