There are several ways that victims of dog bites in South Carolina can recover compensation for their damages. Recovery is not always straightforward in dog bite matters, so it’s important to speak with a South Carolina personal injury attorney right away to help protect your rights and increase your chances of recovery. Depending on the […]
Overview of Workers’ Compensation Basics in South Carolina
Workers’ compensation laws developed in the United States during the 20th century as a way of handling occupational disabilities. Prior to this, the established belief was that the employer was not responsible for any employees’ injuries or deaths that were a result of an employer’s negligent act. This was a slow and cumbersome process which […]
Six Things to Know About Workers’ Compensation Laws in South Carolina
Before you pursue a workers’ compensation claim against your employer in South Carolina, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with how the process works. It can be complicated in certain situations, and many injured employees do not even realize the rights they have. Here are six important things to know about workers’ compensation claims in South […]
How Social Media Can Impact Your Personal Injury Claim in South Carolina
If you’ve been in an accident and are filing a lawsuit over your injuries, you might want to think twice about your social media habits. It’s nearly impossible these days to find anyone who is not active on at least one social media network, and many people post regularly without giving any thought to potential […]
What Qualifies as an Intentional Tort in South Carolina?
As its name suggests, an intentional tort is one that arises from an intentional act. The key element here is the fact that the act was done on purpose. For example, if you strike someone in the face, that was an act of intent. A car accident where the driver behind you was distracted and […]
Can You Suffer a Traumatic Brain Injury in a Car Accident?
Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, are the result of some type of sudden trauma to the head or body. It can be a violent jolt or physical strike. The closed head injury may not cause any damage to the skull itself, or an object may crack through the skull, entering the brain tissue. Not every […]
How Do You Determine the Value of a Scar in a Personal Injury Claim?
Any auto accident that results in injuries may pose the risk of permanent scarring. If the airbag deploys and strikes the driver in the face, there may be cuts or residual scars. A passenger may cut themselves on glass from a broken window or windshield. In the case of serious injuries that require surgery, there […]
What Are Common Defenses to Negligence Claims in South Carolina?
Often when a person is injured in an accident that was someone else’s fault, the defendant’s insurance company will try to claim that the injured person was partially or entirely at-fault. While it may not seem fair, it is a common tactic used by insurance companies to reduce their payouts. Being actively involved in the […]
Does Using Uber Reduce Accidents and DUI Arrests?
News regarding criminal behavior associated with Uber drivers typically makes headlines, but what about accidents involving rideshare drivers? It seems that not a lot of statistics are released regarding the number of accidents that these drivers may be involved in, which is not necessarily a big surprise. Companies like Uber don’t want negative press if […]
Bicycle and Pedestrian Accidents on the Rise in Spring
As temperatures rise, more people are outdoors, taking a leisurely walk downtown or enjoying a scenic bicycle ride. With more people out and about, there is an increased risk of striking a pedestrian or bicycle. For those behind the wheel, it’s even more important that you’re on the lookout for pedestrians and bicyclists at all […]
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