One Hurt in Two-Vehicle Crash in Carolina Forest Area of Horry Co., SC

Horry County, SC (July 4, 2026) – One person was transported to a hospital on Saturday morning, July 4, after a two-vehicle crash blocked lanes of traffic on River Oaks Drive and Carolina Forest Boulevard in the Carolina Forest area of Horry County. 

No details about the severity of injuries or the identities of those involved were confirmed in the initial report on the accident.

Horry County Fire Rescue responded to the scene. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.

We hope the person hurt makes a full and smooth recovery.

How Does South Carolina's Fault-Based System Affect Your Car Crash Claim in Horry County?

Unlike no-fault states, South Carolina allows those hurt in a crash to pursue a claim directly against the at-fault driver's liability insurance without first exhausting their own personal injury protection benefits.

This means that establishing who caused the crash and gathering evidence to support that determination becomes a central part of the claims process from the very beginning, making prompt documentation especially important for anyone seeking compensation.

South Carolina requires all drivers to carry minimum liability insurance, but the costs associated with a crash that results in hospitalization can exceed standard policy limits relatively quickly, particularly when injuries require ongoing treatment and time away from work. When that happens, underinsured motorist coverage may provide an important additional avenue for those hurt to recover compensation beyond what the at-fault driver's policy alone can offer.

South Carolina also requires insurers to offer uninsured motorist coverage, which may apply if the at-fault driver carried no insurance at all, ensuring that those hurt are not left without recourse simply because the other driver failed to maintain required coverage.

South Carolina's modified comparative fault rules add another important consideration, as any percentage of fault assigned to the injured person can reduce their compensation proportionally, and a finding of more than fifty percent fault can eliminate recovery.

A car accident attorney may be able to help those hurt build a well-supported account of how the crash occurred, identify all applicable insurance coverage, and ensure that any resolution reached reflects the full scope of their losses.

Our team at The Arndt Law Firm helps injured people across Horry County and throughout South Carolina after serious crashes. We protect key evidence, explain each step clearly, and build a strong claim around the facts of your case.

If you were involved in a crash and want to understand what evidence you need, our team is ready to help. You can reach The Arndt Law Firm at (843) 310-4645 to talk about your situation.

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.