Blog Posts - Auto accidents
What Should I Do If I Am Involved in a Truck Accident on the Highway?
If your job requires you to travel on the interstate, you have likely come across a number of commercial trucks during your daily commute. In 2022, large trucks contributed to about 120,200 injury-related crashes, an 18% increase from 2016. If you are involved in a truck accident, you are likely...
Read MoreHow Can I Prove Fault in a Motorcycle Accident?
Riding a motorcycle does not come without serious risks. In 2021, 5,932 motorcyclists nationally and 161 riders in South Carolina lost their lives. With such alarming numbers, there is no denying the peril that motorcyclists face each time they mount their bikes. For those motorcyclists who survive a crash, many...
Read MoreIs It Necessary to Hire an Attorney for a Minor Car Accident?
If you’ve been injured by another driver’s negligence in what you consider a minor car accident, hiring an attorney may seem like overkill, but this is a shortsighted approach. The bottom line is that even a relatively minor car accident can leave you facing serious losses, and having the skilled...
Read MoreWhat if I Was a Passenger in the Car – What Are My Legal Rights?
If you were injured in a car accident as a passenger in someone else’s car, you have important legal rights that include seeking compensation for the legal damages – or losses – that you incur. Car accident claims are complex legal matters, and because obtaining fair compensation is important to...
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Injuries from a Car Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence, you can suffer very serious physical, financial, and emotional losses. While no two car accidents are alike, there are several kinds of related injuries that are more common than others. If this is the challenging...
Read MoreLost wages can be hard to calculate after an injurious car crash
Those affected by car crashes may experience personal hardship and financial setbacks. If a crash causes physical injuries, injured people may need to pursue compensation for their medical expenses. Crash injuries might force someone to take time away from work. Other times, more serious injuries with permanent functional implications could...
Read MoreWhat 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 in their vehicle. They may also have...
Read More5 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 safety of motorcyclists depends largely on...
Read MoreCan 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....
Read More3 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 how the...
Read MoreDo you know the basics of car insurance in South Carolina?
Car insurance is the background noise of your daily driving experience. It is always there, but you probably never think about it other than when you have to pay your bill. Despite being a major expense and a legal necessity, insurance is something that quite a few people struggle to...
Read MoreDrowsy driving: How dangerous is it?
When people think about dangerous driving behaviors, they often think of drunk or distracted driving. However, driving while you are tired or sleep-deprived can be just as deadly. Drowsy driving may not seem to be that unsafe. After all, most people would likely say they have gotten behind the wheel...
Read MoreTips for preventing auto accidents
Car accidents cause a great deal of property damage, personal injury and suffering each year for both the victims and those who are liable. To help you avoid this outcome, let’s examine a few worthwhile suggestions to avoid traffic accidents on South Carolina roads. Watch out for kids playing Children...
Read MoreOverview of the most prominent injuries in a car crash
The injuries you had to face or continue to face in the wake of your car accident in South Carolina may have been wide-ranging. Almost any part of the body can be harmed in a crash, and below are just some of the more prominent types of injuries. Starting with...
Read MoreSouth Carolina addresses speeding in summer months
Although traffic on the roadways has altered the past few months, the reality is that you still share the road with other motorist. Whether the road is packed due to rush hour traffic or you are traveling on a road that seems wide open for miles, you could encounter a...
Read MoreDon’t let a catastrophic injury ruin your life
In a split second, a car accident can completely upend your world and that of your family. This is especially true if you’ve suffered a catastrophic injury like those that affect the brain and spinal cord. Most people in those circumstances suffer from physical limitations that disrupt their day-to-day living,...
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