A car accident can cause severe physical injuries as well as mental anguish and emotional trauma. In fact, conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other psychiatric disorders are extremely common after an auto accident. They can take a serious toll...
South Carolina is the third most dangerous state for pedestrians, coming in behind New Mexico and Florida. This doesn’t necessarily mean South Carolina has a lot of bad drivers. Poorly designed roadways and irresponsible pedestrians also contribute to statistics like...
Motor vehicles can be dangerous for anyone inside, especially child passengers who are more fragile than larger adults. In fact, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 600 child passengers ages 12 and younger were killed in...
One of the most common injuries that occurs in a car accident is whiplash. This neck injury can be mild or severe, but it should always be treated by a medical provider. Whiplash can easily lead to more severe issues if it is not treated promptly. If you do get...
An incapacitating injury is typically a non-fatal injury that prevents the victim from functioning normally. However, some incapacitating injuries can become fatal over time. It may also be called a catastrophic or serious injury. It can take weeks, months, or years...
Intersection accidents are some of the most common types of wrecks in Greenville, SC. There are multiple intersections in the city where crashes occur daily or weekly. Most of those car accidents can be avoided so that you have a reduced chance of receiving serious or...
You should always get medical treatment after a car accident, even if you don’t think you’re hurt. Many injuries, such as whiplash, can show up hours or days later. There are many benefits to getting immediate medical care after a crash. It should be one of your top...
Passengers in South Carolina car accidents are entitled to the same rights as the driver of the vehicle. In many cases, passengers have an easier path to obtaining the compensation they deserve. They may even be able to make a claim against multiple parties who were...
Many people, especially younger drivers, use headphones or earbuds while operating a motor vehicle. However, doing so can be dangerous and may even cause a wreck in some situations. If you are involved in an earbud-related car accident, you need to understand the...
Traffic accidents in parking lots can be complex. They are a gray area. Parking lots aren’t really a public roadway, but they do have official signs and roadway markings that must be followed. In most cases, parking lots are private property, and these car accidents...
