William E. Applegate IV, Car Accidents Attorney in Charleston, South Carolina
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall · 4.8/5 rating from 10 verified client reviews
MemberatYarborough Applegate, LLC
Charleston, SC
Practicing car accidents in Charleston since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 10 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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William E. Applegate IV is a member based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. William has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yarborough Applegate, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 10 client reviews.
- Based in
- Charleston, SC
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · Personal Injury · Slip & Fall
- Handles Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall matters from Charleston, SC.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About William E. Applegate IV: William E. Applegate IV is a member based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. William has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yarborough Applegate, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 10 client reviews.
Areas of practice
William's practice areas in Charleston
William concentrates on car accidents, personal injury, slip & fall, tbi/sci, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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TBI/SCI
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Wrongful Death
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Car Accidents cases in Charleston, South Carolina
William takes car accidents matters in Charleston, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Charleston, South Carolina
William takes personal injury matters in Charleston, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Charleston, South Carolina
William takes slip & fall matters in Charleston, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.
TBI/SCI cases in Charleston, South Carolina
William takes tbi/sci matters in Charleston, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Charleston, South Carolina
William takes wrongful death matters in Charleston, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.
Biography
William E. Applegate IV, car accidents attorney serving Charleston
William E. Applegate IV is a member based in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. William has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yarborough Applegate, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 10 client reviews. William works from Charleston, South Carolina and takes on car accidents matters across the region.
Mr. William E. Applegate IV is a lawyer practicing car accidents, wrongful death, slip and fall accident and 2 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from College of Charleston in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years. William practices at Yarborough Applegate, LLC in Charleston, SC.
How William handles car accidents matters
Mr. William E. Applegate IV is a lawyer practicing car accidents, wrongful death, slip and fall accident and 2 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from College of Charleston in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years. William practices at Yarborough Applegate, LLC in Charleston, SC.
The kind of cases William takes
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, personal injury, and slip & fall matters in Charleston and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Credentials — where William studied and practices
University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 2002
College of Charleston
B.A. · 1997
Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
South Carolina
2002 · ACTIVE
William studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in College of Charleston.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in College of Charleston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
William's legal honors and published work
William has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
William's professional memberships and bar associations
South Carolina Bar
membership
Locations
William E. Applegate IV's office in Charleston
William's primary office is at 291 East Bay St., 2nd Fl., Charleston, SC, 29401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Yarborough Applegate, LLC
291 East Bay St., 2nd Fl.
Charleston, SC 29401
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Client reviews of William E. Applegate IV — 4.8/5 rating from 10 verified client reviews
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How to hire William E. Applegate IV — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Charleston, South Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for William
William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about William E. Applegate IV
How much does it cost to hire William for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in South Carolina typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Charleston?
William is licensed in South Carolina. Matters governed by South Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — William will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with William?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new car accidents clients right now?
William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Car Accidents attorneys serving Charleston, Columbia and Greenville in South Carolina
William handles car accidents matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified car accidents attorneys in that community.
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Greenville2,449 attorneys
- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Spartanburg583 attorneys
- Myrtle Beach506 attorneys
- North Charleston476 attorneys
- Lexington379 attorneys
- Rock Hill372 attorneys
- Hilton Head Island347 attorneys
- Florence335 attorneys
- Summerville299 attorneys
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