You’ve been bitten by a dog, which is traumatizing enough, but then the owner decides to claim that he is not responsible. Does he have the right? Dog bite claims can be complex and subjective. It’s important to retain a skilled South Carolina personal injury attorney who has ample experience handling dog bite cases. In […]
Differences Between Arbitration and Mediation in South Carolina
Differences Between Arbitration and Mediation in South Carolina Arbitration and mediation are two methods that makeup what’s known as alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Mediation and arbitration are commonly utilized in a variety of legal matters, including car accidents and other personal injury claims, business litigation disputes, and even divorce. Typically, personal injury and car accident […]
Pedestrian and Car Accidents in Rock Hill, South Carolina
Pedestrian accidents are on the rise across the country. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that, on average, one pedestrian is killed every two hours and another injured every seven minutes in traffic collisions. In 2015, there were 5,376 pedestrian deaths, which was an increase from the year before. In 2016, there were […]
What to Know about Dog Bite Claims in South Carolina
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
What Constitutes a Valid Personal Injury Claim in South Carolina?
In order to bring a valid personal injury claim in South Carolina and recover damages from the negligent party, you must satisfy four important elements. Duty of Care The initial element deals with the relationship between you and the defendant and whether the defendant owed you any duty of care? In many personal injury claims, […]
Swimming Pool Accidents in South Carolina
Summertime in South Carolina means families and kids are looking to beat the heat. One of the popular pastimes in the summer months is hanging out by the swimming pool. When properly supervised, a day out by the pool can be a great family experience. But what about improper supervision or a pool that presents […]
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