In many situations, yes. South Carolina follows a modified comparative negligence rule. This means an injured person may still recover damages as long as they are not more than 50% at fault for the accident. If found 51% or more at fault, they are barred from recovering any compensation. If the injured party is found less than 51% at fault, compensation will be reduced by the injured person’s share of fault. Insurance companies often allege the injured party is at least in part to blame for an injury, which is why hiring the right lawyer is so important.