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What Should You Do When Someone Is Tailgating You in South Carolina?
Tailgating is a dangerous behavior. This driving behavior significantly increases the risk of accidents. When you encounter a tailgater while driving, it is crucial that you know how to handle the situation. Knowing how to handle a tailgater is vital for your safety and the safety of other road users. This article discusses what… Read More »
Dangerous Things Teenagers Do While Behind the Wheel
The teenage years are exciting, filled with newfound independence, self-discovery, and the thrill of experiencing many “firsts.” It is during an individual’s teenage years that they begin driving. While driving is a rite of passage for many teens, it comes with significant responsibilities. Unfortunately, teenage drivers often overlook these responsibilities. The combination of immaturity,… Read More »
What Does a Car Accident Lawyer Do?
Car accidents can be devastating, resulting in physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial stress. Unfortunately, car accidents are common in the United States. According to the NHTSA, in 2022, there were 5,930,496 police-reported traffic accidents in the U.S. As they grapple with the aftermath of a car accident, many people wonder if they need… Read More »
Tips for Avoiding Road Rage
Road rage is a common phenomenon on today’s roads and highways. The term “road rage” covers a range of dangerous driving behaviors that can create unsafe driving conditions that increase the risk of accidents. Accidents resulting from road rage can cause severe injuries and even death. Knowing how to control your emotions and reactions… Read More »
When a Trucking Company May Be Responsible for a Truck Accident
A truck accident can be a life-changing event. A truck accident can result in severe injuries and substantial damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. Fortunately, in South Carolina, if you are involved in a truck accident because of the negligence of another party, you have the right to… Read More »
Jury Selection in Personal Injury Trials
After a person suffers injuries due to another party’s negligence, the goal is usually to settle their case outside of court and get them the compensation they deserve sooner. However, it’s not always possible to settle personal injury cases outside of court. Research suggests that one in 20 personal injury cases are resolved in… Read More »
South Carolina’s Punitive Damages
After suffering injuries in a South Carolina accident due to the negligence of another party, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim and recover damages. Most South Carolina personal injury claims involve recovering economic damages such as medical expenses, property repair costs, lost wages, and non-economic damages such as emotional distress… Read More »
Running Red Lights: Causes, Dangers, and Consequences
One of the most crucial things we learn in driving school is the meaning of traffic lights. When the green light is on, drivers can start or keep driving. Yellow tells motorists to slow down in expectation of the red light. When the right light comes on, drivers must stop. Disregarding traffic lights is… Read More »
Understanding the Burden of Proof in South Carolina Personal Injury Cases
In South Carolina, you can file a personal injury claim and pursue compensation after suffering injuries in an accident because of another party’s negligence. As the claimant, you will have the burden of proving your case before you can recover any compensation. In other words, in an SC personal injury case, the “burden of… Read More »
Mistakes To Avoid in a South Carolina Wrongful Death Case
One of the hardest things in life is losing a loved one. The pain can be even more profound when you lose a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act. If the passing of your loved one was due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act, you may have the right… Read More »
