Thousands of people will travel through South Carolina airports over the holiday season. When you make your way through an airport, you must navigate many hazards. There are long lines winding through the security checkpoints and broad waiting areas littered with bags...
Not every case goes to trial. In fact, very few personal injury cases go in front of a jury. In most cases, a settlement is obtained. If a settlement cannot be reached through casual negotiation, then the case will be mediated between the parties. In SC, mediation is...
Sometimes when an accident happens, fault is not clear. You might even think you were partially to blame. Does that mean you can’t get any money from the other party? Not necessarily. Under South Carolina’s modified comparative negligence law, you may still be able to...
Car accidents are complex, especially when they involve more than two vehicles. Multi-vehicle accidents can result in insurance companies pointing fingers and trying to avoid liability. It’s important to take certain steps after a multi-vehicle accident to protect...
Sporting vehicles like ATVs and UTVs are a lot of fun to ride on and off roading, but there are certain laws that must be followed when you use them. If you are involved in an accident with an ATV or UTV, liability may become a complex issue. You can easily be...
Workers' Compensation is a type of insurance that pays medical bills and lost wages to employees injured on the job or who have become sick because of their job. Almost all South Carolina workers are covered under state law. This includes part time workers and those...
Traffic roundabouts are more common in Greenville, with dozens being built along some of the most congested roadways in the city. While these traffic circles can be confusing, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), they are a much safer...
As schools open in the Upstate for another school year, it’s important to stay alert on the roads. Motor vehicles share the road with school buses full of students, bicycle riders who may veer unexpectedly into traffic lanes, and children walking to school and bus...
Most people involved in auto collisions are fortunate enough to survive them. While any accident can cause serious injuries, the deadliest type of accident is a head-on collision. They can be caused by a vehicle crossing the centerline or median into oncoming...
Training a teen driver so they remain accident free takes time and commitment on the part of parents or guardians. While driver’s education classes are a step in the right direction, teens need lots of additional practice to develop safe driving habits. They need to...
