Focus
Personal Injury Only
Chris Carsten is the managing attorney and CEO of Armada Law, a firm that handles only personal injury cases.
He has built the firm around one operating system that combines data, processes and legal expertise, so cases are handled consistently.
The firm represents injured clients against insurance companies, including in cases with complex liability questions.
Credentials
Education, Admissions and Memberships
- Juris Doctor: Georgia State University College of Law.
- Bar admissions: Georgia, South Carolina, the District of Columbia and Arizona.
- Recognition: Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
- Professional associations: American Association for Justice (AAJ) and South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ).
Writing
The essays
49 pieces, newest first.
Practice · Mar 4, 2026Deconstructing Complex PI Cases: Our Approach to Truck vs. Ride-Share AccidentsIn the realm of personal injury, not all accidents are created equal.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Are Personal Injury Claims Taxable?When you’ve been affected by someone else’s actions and ended up being hurt and suffering personal injury damages, a personal injury settlement is meant to work as a way to undo the damage and put you in the position…Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026The Injury Claim Process: How Does It Work?When you’ve been injured as a result of another person’s actions, there’s always a strong need for justice.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Is South Carolina a No-Fault State?The simple answer is no; South Carolina is not a no-fault state. In some states, no-fault laws consider both parties responsible for their own damages through their insurance policies.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026What is the Purpose of Workers’ Compensation?South Carolina law protects workers who are injured on the job by requiring employers with four or more employees to carry workers compensation insurance.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026What is the Statute of Limitations for Filing a Personal Injury Claim in South CarolinaIn many states, a statute of limitations prevents people from collecting damages for an injury that occurred long ago. This is based on the belief that over time, it may be more difficult to collect evidence.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How Long After Demand Letter Can I Expect Settlement?Sending a demand letter is a crucial step to kickstart the legal process of seeking compensation for an injury after an accident. But how does a demand letter work, exactly?Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Greenville, SCMotorcycles are said to make up only 3% of all motor vehicles registered in the United States. Yet, motorcycles are usually overrepresented in the number of serious and fatal accidents every year.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026What Evidence Should I Gather After a Motorcycle Accident to Support My Case?Motorcyclists face unique risks on the road, especially as the number of motorcycle-related traffic fatalities has dramatically increased in recent years.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Do I Need to Report a Bus Accident to the Greenville Authorities?Buses are considered a generally safe and convenient mode of transportation in South Carolina.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How Can I Obtain Compensation for Injuries Sustained in a Greenville Bus Accident?If you were hurt in a bus accident, you may be wondering who is going to pay for all your medical bills and other losses resulting from the crash.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How to Recognize and Treat Delayed Injury Symptoms After an AccidentAfter an accident, injuries aren’t always immediately apparent. Delayed injury symptoms can manifest hours, days, or even weeks later, making it crucial to recognize and address them promptly.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026What Happens If You Are in an Accident With an Uninsured DriverAccidents happen. While getting into a crash is bad enough, finding out that the other driver doesn’t have insurance can make the situation an even bigger headache.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Motorcycle Helmet Laws in South Carolina: Regulations & FinesMotorcycle riders should take the right precautions to protect themselves in a motorcycle accident. That’s why it’s important for riders to wear helmets, though what do motorcycle safety laws in SC say?Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Is Lane Splitting Legal in South Carolina? [+ Lane Filtering]If you ride a motorcycle, you must be fully aware of South Carolina motorcycle laws and how they could impact you after a motorcycle accident. SC traffic laws for bikers are intended to keep you safe on the roads.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Top Vehicles with the Highest Rollover Risk: What You Need to KnowAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), vehicle rollovers account for the majority of fatal passenger car accidents, particularly in single-vehicle crashes.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026What Is a Settlement Check and How Does It Work?After suffering injuries in an accident that someone caused by behaving negligently, you can file a personal injury case to recover your financial losses.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Where Can I Cash My Settlement Check? Options and TipsOnce you go through a personal injury lawsuit, getting your settlement check is a separate process. When you finally get the check, it signifies the end of what has likely been a very challenging time for you.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Can You Sue for Loss of Enjoyment of Life? What You Must KnowWhen a personal injury claim turns into a personal injury lawsuit, you may seek much more than economic damages.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How Long Does a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Take?According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists are 28 times more likely than car riders to die in an accident, and 5 times more likely to be injured.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How to Deal with PTSD from Motorcycle AccidentsYou’ve likely heard of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affecting those who have served in the armed forces. However, you may not realize that PTSD can affect your mental health after a motorcycle crash.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026What Is Considered Pain and Suffering in SC?If you have been hurt in a car accident or another personal injury case, you may have heard the term pain and suffering.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026¿Cuánto Sube la Aseguranza Después de un Accidente?Después de haber sufrido un accidente automovilístico, una de las principales preocupaciones, además del estado de salud, es el seguro.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026¿Cuánto Tiempo Tengo para Reportar un Accidente de Auto?Cuando una persona sufre un accidente automovilístico, notificar a la aseguradora constituye, sin lugar a dudas, uno de los primeros y más importantes pasos para proteger su derecho a presentar un reclamo.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Is Texting and Driving Illegal in SC? All About the Hands Free LawTexting and driving is a growing concern in South Carolina and across the country. Distracted driving leads to accidents, injuries, and even fatalities.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026South Carolina Car Seat Laws for Children Explained in 2025Keeping children safe in vehicles is a top priority, and South Carolina’s car seat laws are designed to protect these young passengers.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026South Carolina Seatbelt Laws: Everything You Must Know in 2025Seatbelt laws in South Carolina are designed to keep drivers and passengers safe. In 2025, these rules will remain an essential part of road safety.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How to File an Insurance Claim with Progressive After an AccidentNo one really plans for a car accident. One moment you’re running errands or heading home, and the next you’re dealing with a smashed bumper, a sore neck, and way too many questions.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How to File an Insurance Claim with Safe Auto After an AccidentIf you’re a Safe Auto policyholder in Greenville, SC, and want to know how to file an insurance claim, you have come to the right place.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How to File an Insurance Claim with The General After an AccidentGetting involved in a car accident is stressful enough in itself, and the added stress and confusion of handling the immediate steps after the accident and filing a claim with the insurance providers just makes it worse.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How to File an Insurance Claim with Palmetto State Insurance After an AccidentSo, you’ve been paying your insurance premiums with Palmetto State and have now been in an accident. This means it’s time to get coverage for all those premiums you have paid.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026¿Qué pasa si tiene un accidente de auto sin seguro en Carolina del Sur?Puntos clave La ley en Carolina del Sur exige a todos los conductores contar con un seguro mínimo de responsabilidad civil: $25,000 por lesiones corporales por persona, $50,000 por accidente y $25,000 por daños a la…Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Leyes de fuga tras un accidente en Carolina del Sur: ¿puede abandonar la escena de un choque?Puntos clave Abandonar la escena de un accidente en Carolina del Sur es un delito grave, y las sanciones aumentan según la gravedad de las lesiones.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How to File an Insurance Claim with GEICO After an AccidentAs a policyholder, you pay premiums for your insurance policy so that if a situation arises where you need financial support, you will get the coverage from your insurance provider.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How to File an Insurance Claim with State Farm After an AccidentFiling an auto claim is not something you look forward to, especially in the aftermath of being in an auto accident. However, you need to file the claim if you want your auto insurance provider to provide coverage.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Obligaciones Judiciales por Accidentes Automovilísticos¿Por qué tengo que ir a la corte después de un accidente de carro? Puntos clave A veces, acudir a la corte resulta inevitable cuando hay desacuerdos sobre la culpa, las lesiones o la compensación económica.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Conducción Imprudente en Carolina del Sur ExplicadaPuntos clave La conducción temeraria en Carolina del Sur se define como manejar con desprecio voluntario o imprudente por la seguridad.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Acuerdos por Lesiones de Hombro en Accidentes AutomovilísticosPuntos Clave Las lesiones de hombro en accidentes de tránsito, como dislocaciones o fracturas, suelen requerir tratamientos largos y causar discapacidad.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026What’s the Difference Between a Pre-Suit Claim and a Lawsuit?If you’ve suffered injuries or other damages as a result of someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, you have the right to recover compensation.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Compensatory Damages vs. Punitive Damages: What’s the Difference?When you take legal action after getting hurt, you’re essentially asking to be made whole again.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Questions to Ask Your SC Personal Injury Lawyer Before Signing a RetainerHiring a personal injury lawyer is one of the most important steps you can take after being injured in an accident. The impact of a crash or fall often goes far beyond the pain in the moment.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth in SC?If you’ve been hurt because someone else didn’t do what they were supposed to, chances are you’ve been wondering how much your personal injury case is worth.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Why You Should Not Accept the First Settlement Offer from InsuranceAfter a serious auto accident, life often turns upside down. Medical bills are piling up, you’re getting calls from doctors, and you’re left with questions about when or if you can return to work.Read ›Practice · Feb 4, 2026Am I responsible if someone steals my car and crashes it?Puntos clave La respuesta no siempre es sencilla, pues depende de las leyes de su estado, de la cobertura de su seguro y de lo ocurrido en cada caso. En términos generales, quien responde por los daños es el ladrón.Read ›Practice · Jan 23, 2026The Most Common Hazards Motorcyclists Face on the RoadMotorcyclists enjoy the freedom on the road - but that freedom comes with risks that drivers in passenger vehicles don’t always face.Read ›Practice · Jan 21, 2026When Pain Shows Up Later: Recognizing Delayed Car Accident SymptomsCar accidents can be overwhelming, and in the moments after a crash, many people feel relieved when they don’t notice any immediate pain. But what happens when discomfort creeps later?Read ›Practice · Jan 20, 2026What Damages Can You Recover After a Car Accident in South Carolina?A car accident can impact your life in the blink of an eye. Medical bills, car repairs, missed days of work, and lost wages can quickly add up, leaving you wondering where to turn.Read ›Practice · Sep 25, 2025Workers’ Compensation vs. Personal Injury Claims in South CarolinaGetting hurt is never part of anyone’s plan. One moment you’re working your shift, driving home, or running errands, and the next you’re facing pain, doctor’s visits, and a pile of bills.Read ›Practice · Sep 22, 2025How to File an Insurance Claim with Allstate After an AccidentSo you are an Allstate policyholder who has been involved in an accident. Now you’re hoping that their coverage actually helps with the costs.Read ›
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