12+ Years
Legal Experience
About Kelly Alfreds
Kelly M. Alfreds is a highly skilled attorney located in Berkeley County, South Carolina, with a focus on workers' compensation and personal injury law. Known for her meticulous approach, Kelly ensures that her clients comprehend their rights and the detailed legal and medical processes involved. Her primary objective is to secure the benefits her clients rightfully deserve, providing them with peace of mind.
In her workers' compensation practice, Kelly diligently compiles and organizes essential documentation, including accident reports, medical records, and witness statements. She guides clients through the calculation of wage benefits and prepares them, along with witnesses, for hearings when necessary. Furthermore, Kelly conducts depositions with treating physicians and medical experts to establish the link between a client's disability and their work-related injury. She is committed to ensuring that all work-related medical expenses, including future treatments for permanent disabilities, are covered. Kelly adeptly negotiates fair settlements with insurance companies to compensate for medical bills, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity.
Kelly also handles personal injury cases, encompassing car, motorcycle, and truck accidents, as well as medical malpractice. Her comprehensive legal expertise ensures that clients receive the compensation they are entitled to.
As a certified mediator, Kelly actively engages in several professional organizations, including the Charleston County Bar Association, Dorchester County Bar Association, Injured Workers' Advocates, South Carolina Women Lawyers Association, and the South Carolina Bar Association. She holds the position of First Circuit Representative for the Young Lawyers Division of the South Carolina Bar.
Her commitment to community service is evident through her involvement with the Summerville Chamber of Commerce and her role on the board of directors for the Dorchester Children's Advocacy Center, where she chairs the Development Committee. Kelly graduated cum laude from the Charleston School of Law and resides in Summerville.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
South Carolina Car Accident Laws
Understanding South Carolina's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Kelly M. Alfreds specialize in?
Kelly specializes in workers' compensation and personal injury law.
What professional organizations is Kelly involved with?
Kelly is involved with the Charleston County Bar Association, Dorchester County Bar Association, Injured Workers' Advocates, South Carolina Women Lawyers Association, and the South Carolina Bar Association.
What community roles does Kelly hold?
Kelly is involved with the Summerville Chamber of Commerce and serves on the board of directors for the Dorchester Children's Advocacy Center.
Where did Kelly M. Alfreds graduate from?
Kelly graduated cum laude from the Charleston School of Law.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Kelly Alfreds for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Kelly for a free case review
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