Some people facing driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges in South Carolina may feel like the situation is quite unfair. They may question whether a breath test was accurate and whether police officers had a legal justification for pulling them over in the first...
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What you say can hurt you after a South Carolina crash
People who experience something unexpected often process the matter verbally. They talk to others to make sense of what just happened. For example, after a car crash in South Carolina, people may discuss the collision with the other driver involved or any passengers...
Why fighting a South Carolina traffic ticket can save you money
Police officers often seem to have a gift for pulling people over exactly when it is the most inconvenient. Someone who is already running late for work or a medical appointment and sees those flashing lights in the rearview mirror will quickly realize that their day...
What can you do to stay safe when you’re running?
Going for a run can put you at significant risk of being injured by a vehicle. If you’re running on the sidewalk or the shoulder of the road, you have to share that space with drivers who may make mistakes. If you run in urban areas, you also have to cross roads and...
5 facts to know about motorcycle crashes
Motorcyclists have a unique view of the scenery around them. While some people think of motorcyclists as lawbreakers, most are actually law-abiding citizens who just want to enjoy the open road. They take pride in safe riding. Many people don’t fully realize that the...
5 unsafe driving habits all drivers should avoid
All drivers on the road should ensure they’re operating their vehicles in the safest manner possible. When drivers aren’t safe, they’re putting others on the road at risk of being involved in a crash. Unfortunately, one dangerous driver can cause a catastrophic crash...
Do you know what to expect from a brain injury?
Traumatic brain injuries are fairly common in serious auto accidents. They are often caused when a person hits their head or is suddenly jolted during a crash, and they can cause severe, life-altering symptoms that lead to long-term disability. With moderate-to-severe...
Can a dash cam help your auto accident case?
If you’ve ever been in a near-miss accident, you know how quickly you can end up in a dangerous situation on the road. One way that you can help protect yourself in the case of a traffic accident is by purchasing a dash cam and installing it in your vehicle. Dash...
3 steps you should take immediately after a car crash
The decisions you make right after a car crash occurs will affect your rights. People often make big mistakes, like apologizing to the other driver even though they weren't the ones at fault. The way that you behave right after a collision will have a direct impact on...
Why do people defend against South Carolina traffic tickets?
In the world of criminal offenses, civil infractions are the least serious crimes. They typically don't even result in court proceedings because the only penalty is financial. Most of the traffic violations that people get accused of in South Carolina are civil...