Driver Trapped After Two-Car Crash on Old Ebenezer Rd in Florence Co.,SC

Florence County, SC (September 25, 2026) – A driver was freed from an overturned vehicle after a two-vehicle collision on Old Ebenezer Road early this afternoon.

The vehicles were found near the 1300 block of Old Ebenezer Road, with one resting on its side, according to Florence County Fire Rescue. Emergency units used specialized equipment to remove the driver from the overturned vehicle.

The driver was then turned over to Florence County Emergency Medical Services for further evaluation. Officials have not specified the full extent of the injuries. 

The South Carolina Highway Patrol handled the investigation into the wreck, and it remains ongoing.

We hope the driver is doing well and recovers fully.

Deadlines That Apply After a Car Accident in Florence County, SC

South Carolina generally gives someone three years from the date of an injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, under the state's statute of limitations.

If a person misses that window, it typically means losing the right to sue altogether, no matter how strong the underlying claim might be. Certain circumstances, such as claims that involve a minor or a government entity, can shorten or otherwise change that timeline.

Three years may sound like plenty of time, but evidence tends to disappear well before a deadline arrives. After a crash, vehicles get repaired or scrapped, skid marks fade, and witnesses become harder to track down the longer a case sits. When an accident leads a vehicle to overturn, details like the vehicle's final resting position and any mechanical findings are often most useful when documented early.

If a car accident victim waits too long to start building a case, they can lose access to police reports, recorded statements, or surveillance footage that insurers rely on internal retention schedules to keep only briefly. A car accident lawyer can help identify and preserve this kind of evidence well before the statute of limitations becomes a concern.

Our team at The Arndt Law Firm can help you get started with the process before evidence and deadlines become a problem after being involved in a car accident. We can review the details of your case and walk you through what filing deadlines may apply to your situation.

If you have any doubts after being involved in a crash, do not hesitate to call The Arndt Law at (843) 310-4645 to find out what your next steps should be.

Note: This post has been prepared using information gathered from publicly available secondary sources. The details of the incident have not been independently verified. If you notice any inaccuracies, please contact The Arndt Law Firm so we can promptly review and update the content to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or medical advice. This content does not create an attorney-client relationship and does not constitute a solicitation for legal services. If you have been injured in an accident, you should seek immediate medical attention. Any photographs included in this post are for illustrative purposes only and do not depict the actual scene of the accident.