11

Feb

Looking For Signs Of Nursing Home Abuse

The elderly are some of the most beloved and vulnerable members of our population. As people age, they often develop medical conditions and complications that require near constant care and professional attention. Many people have no choice but to put their elderly loved ones in ...

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Category: Nursing Home Abuse


11

Feb

Have You Been Injured In A South Carolina Bicycle Accident?

Bicyclists are among the most vulnerable people traveling on the road. Unlike vehicles which weigh thousands and pounds and are made of steel, bicyclists have no armor or protection, beyond (sometimes) a helmet. Additionally, the majority of South Carolina roadways are not design...

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Category: Bicycle Accident


11

Feb

Increase In Running Red Lights Is Causing More Injuries And Fatalities In South Carolina

A recent study conducted by AAA found that more people are speeding through yellow and red lights than ever before in South Carolina. While it may seem like a habit to try and make it through a yellow light instead of coming to a stop, this is a dangerous thing to have normalized...

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Category: Car Accident


11

Feb

Why You Need A Lawyer For Your Charleston Workers’ Compensation Claim

In South Carolina, workers’ compensation law applies to all injuries and deaths that occur at work and as a result of employment. These laws prevent you from suing your employer directly for your injuries, so you may be wondering why you would need a lawyer. It helps to understan...

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11

Feb

What To Do After You’ve Been In A South Carolina Truck Accident

If you've been involved in an accident with a truck, you are lucky to be alive. Semi-trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Trucks can weigh up to thirty times that of a standard passenger vehicle, leaving most cars on the road highly vulnerable. Because of their heavy weigh...

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Category: Personal Injury


11

Feb

Slip-And-Fall Accidents Leading Cause Of Traumatic Brain Injuries

It’s summertime, and with all the fun that comes with pool visits and slip-and-slides, so too does an increase in the risk of slip-and-fall accidents. While many people may think slips and falls are inevitable, particularly during the summer months, most slip-and-fall accidents a...

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Category: Personal Injury


11

Feb

Can I Sue For An Accident In South Carolina If I was Partly Responsible?

This is a question that we hear a lot. Despite common misconceptions, many accidents are not so clear cut that all blame can be squarely placed on one driver. Although some states do require a pure form of negligence where there is no margin for error with regard to the impacted ...

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Category: Car Accident


11

Feb

The Dangers Of Roll-Over Truck Accidents

Any accident between a standard passenger vehicle and a semi-truck has the potential to be deadly. With a semi-truck weighing up to 80,000 pounds (including its cargo), it’s hard to imagine a 5,000-6,000 pound car standing a chance. Let alone a pedestrian or motorcycle. Roll-over...

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Category: Personal Injury


11

Feb

Determining Liability For Summertime Pool Injuries

The weather is getting warmer and people are starting to open their pools for the summer. With pools come good times, relaxing weekends, and an abundance of possible injuries. So before you pop the top of your pool, it’s probably a good idea to make sure you understand what your ...

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Category: Personal Injury


11

Feb

Fatal Motorcycle Accidents On The Rise In South Carolina

It’s not surprising that with South Carolina’s warm climate, long stretches of highway, and nice views, it attracts a lot of motorcyclists. Many people also say the pandemic inspired them to take up riding, or hit the open road more, when they were feeling locked down and overwhe...

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11

Feb

Truck Traveling 105 mph In Wrong Direction On Charleston Highway Collides With 5 Cars

The South Carolina Highway Patrol Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team has determined that a truck was traveling at over twice the posted speed limit on Goose Creek Boulevard in North Charleston when it collided with five other vehicles, resulting in two fatal wrecks. Th...

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Category: Car Accident


11

Feb

Can I Sue Someone for Driving Drunk in South Carolina?

Vehicle collisions can be completely catastrophic to a person’s way of life. Even apart from the risk of serious injury, a car crash can derail everything from a person’s career, family life and routines to their physical and mental health. For this reason, a vehicle collision is...

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Category: Car Accident