Business Details
28 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in South Carolina's Lowcountry
Established in 1998, the Erickson Law Firm provides comprehensive legal representation across South Carolina's Lowcountry. Our practice spans civil rights, personal injury, family law, criminal defense, and appellate advocacy, serving clients in Beaufort, Hilton Head, Charleston, and surrounding areas. With attorney Eric J. Erickson's 25+ years of legal experience, including military service as a medical corps medic and specialized training in trauma care, we combine legal expertise with firsthand understanding of injury recovery processes.Our non-partnership association with Ferrene & Associates extends our capacity to deliver tailored legal solutions while maintaining local community ties. We prioritize client education, evidence preservation, and aggressive advocacy to protect rights and achieve favorable outcomes in complex legal matters.
Services
Civil Rights Litigation
Auto Accident Claims
Construction Accidents
Wrongful Death
Criminal Appeals
Family Law
Medical Malpractice
DUI Defense
Personal Injury
Police Liability
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of experience in criminal justice and civil litigation.
- Our attorney combines legal expertise with medical training from military service.
- We maintain strategic associations with local legal professionals for enhanced representation.
- We offer specialized knowledge in police liability and constitutional rights violations.
- Our firm provides localized service with statewide legal authority.
Associations and certifications
- Lawyers of Distinction Organization
What people say
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Services
Civil Rights Litigation
We represent clients in constitutional rights violations including false arrest, police brutality, and excessive force cases. Our firm specializes in Section 1983 claims against law enforcement agencies. Attorney Erickson's military legal experience strengthens our ability to challenge unlawful police actions.
Auto Accident Claims
We handle car, truck, and motorcycle accident cases involving property damage and personal injuries. Our team preserves evidence, negotiates with insurance companies, and pursues compensation for medical expenses and lost wages.
Construction Accidents
We assist workers injured on construction sites with medical expense claims and workers' compensation issues. Our attorney's medical training helps evaluate injury severity and recovery requirements for accurate compensation demands.
Wrongful Death
We file civil lawsuits for families who lost loved ones due to negligence or misconduct. Our experience with state tort laws helps overcome government defenses to secure fair compensation for surviving family members.
Criminal Appeals
We handle appeals for criminal convictions in state and federal courts. Our practice leverages decades of courtroom experience to identify procedural errors and constitutional violations affecting trial outcomes.
People
Eric J. Erickson
Attorney
Licensed in SC and federal courts since 1994, Eric Erickson served as Army medic during Desert Storm. He has practiced law in South Carolina since 1998, focusing on civil rights and personal injury cases.
Otto Ferrene
Attorney
Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel with extensive litigation experience in real estate, business, and family law matters. Practices in South Carolina state and federal courts since 1994.
Questions
What areas of law does Erickson Law Firm specialize in?
We focus on civil rights violations, personal injury claims, criminal defense, family law, medical malpractice, and appellate advocacy across South Carolina.
How does the firm handle police liability cases?
Attorney Erickson uses constitutional expertise and military medical experience to pursue claims under Section 1983 for rights violations.
What should I do after a construction accident?
Contact us immediately for medical documentation assistance and compensation claims against employers or property owners.
Can you help with wrongful death lawsuits?
Yes, we file civil suits against responsible parties and navigate South Carolina Tort Claims Act protections.
Are consultations available after regular business hours?
We offer jail visits and accommodate urgent needs, but standard office hours apply for consultations.
