James C. Sproat

Sproat Law Office

14+ Years

Legal Experience

About James C. Sproat

James C. Sproat, known as Jim, is a skilled attorney at Smith, Born, Leventis, Taylor & Vega, LLC in Columbia, South Carolina. He earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from the University of South Carolina in 2008, followed by his Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 2011. During his law school years, Mr. Sproat held significant leadership roles, including serving as the Student Bar Association President and the Managing Editor of the Immigration and Nationality Law Review.

Admitted to the South Carolina Bar in 2011, Mr. Sproat gained valuable experience working with the US District Court for the Southern District of Ohio and the South Carolina Court of Appeals. Initially, he focused on Construction Law and Business Litigation, which allowed him to refine his advocacy skills.

Today, Mr. Sproat concentrates his practice on Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation, areas where he continues to provide dedicated legal representation to his clients.

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

Personal Injury

Workers' Compensation

Medical Malpractice

Animal & Dog Bites

Brain Injury

Car Accidents

Construction Accidents

Motorcycle Accidents

Premises Liability

Truck Accidents

Wrongful Death

Birth Injury

Medical Misdiagnosis

Pharmacy Errors

Surgical Errors

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

Where did James C. Sproat receive his education?

James C. Sproat earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of South Carolina and his Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.

What areas of law does James C. Sproat specialize in?

James C. Sproat specializes in Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation law.

When was James C. Sproat admitted to the South Carolina Bar?

James C. Sproat was admitted to the South Carolina Bar in 2011.

What leadership roles did James C. Sproat hold during law school?

During law school, James C. Sproat served as the Student Bar Association President and Managing Editor of the Immigration and Nationality Law Review.