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Many people assume that if a car accident only leaves behind a scratched bumper or a small dent, everyone involved probably walked away unharmed. Unfortunately, that assumption is not always true. Even a seemingly minor car crash can cause injuries that affect a person for weeks, months, or even years. A concussion or traumatic brain…
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If you have a pre-existing injury or medical condition and are hurt in a car accident, slip and fall, or another type of accident, you may worry that the insurance company will use your medical history against you. You might have chronic lower back pain, arthritis in your knees, or an old shoulder injury. You…
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In South Carolina, it is against the law to engage in distracted driving. This includes everything from texting to scrolling through social media to adjusting the GPS. Unfortunately, it can often be difficult to prove that a driver caused an accident because they were distracted behind the wheel. However, it is possible to prove distracted…
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A multi-car accident can turn a straightforward insurance claim into a complicated fight over who caused what. In a chain-reaction collision, one driver may rear-end another vehicle, forcing that vehicle into a third car. A fourth driver then may collide with the wreck. By the time the vehicles come to a stop, several people may…
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Truck accidents are among the most devastating collisions that can happen on South Carolina roads. Because commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, crashes involving tractor-trailers often result in catastrophic injuries, long-term disabilities, and fatalities. This makes it all the more important that each potentially liable party is identified so that…
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After a car accident, injured victims are often focused on medical treatment, getting their vehicles fixed, and the day-to-day details of recovering after a car crash. If you do file an insurance claim against the at-fault driver, you may not realize that another issue may arise. If you receive compensation through a settlement or verdict…
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A hit-and-run accident is one of the most stressful and frustrating experiences a driver can face. In an instant, you’re left dealing with vehicle damage, potential injuries, and uncertainty, while the at-fault driver disappears. Unfortunately, these incidents are not uncommon in South Carolina. Knowing what to do in the moments, hours, and days after a…
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When you’ve been injured in a car accident, a slip and fall, a workplace incident, or another type of accident, your life can quickly become overwhelming. Medical bills pile up, you might lose income, you may have a lot of physical pain, and the stress of it all can take a toll on your emotional…
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Car accidents are often associated with serious injuries, like broken bones or head trauma. If you are in a crash and mostly feel OK, you might consider yourself lucky to have walked away unscathed. However, it is still possible that you were hurt and that your injuries just aren’t apparent yet. When you are in…
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When you head out in your car, you don’t expect to be involved in a car accident. After a crash, you may be even more surprised to learn that the other driver doesn’t have insurance or only has the minimum coverage required by the state. What happens when you are hurt in an accident, and…










