Dog bites are a fairly common, but unwelcomed, occurrence. The victim could be walking or jogging in their neighborhood or walking their own dog on a leash. A child may be riding a bike or playing outside. A delivery person may be leaving a package at a door. Any...
Rideshare has become an increasingly popular mode of transportation in recent years. South Carolina law refers to rideshares as transportation network companies (TNC). Uber and Lyft are the most widely used companies. They are convenient to book through mobile...
The recent wintry weather in the Upstate reminds us that driving in winter conditions can be treacherous. It’s common to hear news reports of vehicles that have spun out, slid into ditches, or hit other vehicles due to deteriorating road conditions. AAA reports it...
Slip and fall accidents result in significant personal injuries each year. According to National Floor Safety Institute statistics, they account for over one million emergency room visits annually. Bone fractures are among the more serious injuries due to falls. ...
Motorcycle accidents often result in severe consequences for the rider. There are really no minor motorcycle accidents, as they frequently bring serious personal injury or death to the rider. Because there is no protective structure around riders, it is more likely...
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day are just weeks away. The holiday season typically brings with it an increase in traffic accidents. With more people on the roads, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety recommends that drivers stay alert and pack...
The end of daylight savings time in November of each year often means an increase in traffic accidents. As we transition off daylight savings time in the fall, it’s suddenly getting dark an hour earlier. People who are used to commuting home in daylight are now...
Following a work related injury or illness, the first thing to think about is getting medical care. Receiving treatment is essential, but there are steps that must be followed when a claim will be filed under the employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. Failure...
People trust their healthcare professionals to provide the best in medical care. Unfortunately, mistakes are sometimes made, and patients can suffer injury or death due to negligence. Medical malpractice lawsuits typically fall under the category of Personal Injury. ...
According to crash statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, DUI accidents are to blame for approximately a third of South Carolina traffic deaths. The state ranks third in the U.S. for impaired driving fatalities. In Greenville...
