Using force against another human being is a disturbing concept, but you may have no choice but to act if someone tries to inflict harm on you or someone in your company. If you use force in defense, you might be able to argue you are not guilty of criminal assault...
Construction workers must understand the many forms worksite hazards take. That way, they know how to protect themselves and others from unnecessary harm. Eastern Kentucky University explains environmental hazards common on construction sites. Proper knowledge keeps...
Based on South Carolina's current criminal statutes, a charge of drug trafficking represents the highest level of drug-related offenses. As noted by The Sun News, a conviction carries a “mandatory minimum” sentencing requirement. Critics of what many say is an...
Officers have many tools they utilize when attempting to discern whether or not a driver has hit the road while intoxicated. Certain tools, such as breath analysis tests, often get a lot of press and media attention. Other tools, like standardized field sobriety...
Perhaps you have worked as a roofing contractor for years and never experienced injuries more serious than a bruised knee and an ankle sprain. However, your recent fall from a ladder left you with a broken shoulder. What are the next steps in filing a claim for...
Workers on construction sites may know that they should not walk in front of a moving vehicle. However, reversing vehicles can also harm people. If people do not take the proper precautions on construction sites, they may become involved in a backover accident. If...
When you think of slip-and-falls, you may think of minor accidents. In many cases, a slip-and-fall may result in a bruise, at most. However, these accidents may also be more dangerous. According to the CDC, millions of people over 65 suffer from slip-and-fall...
Most Americans are aware that drunk driving is a crime for a good reason. Additionally, most drivers know that distractions like cell phones can cause serious accidents on the roads. However, some forms of distracted driving are a lot more innocuous-seeming than...
Every state in the country has strong laws against driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and South Carolina is no exception. Just like every other state in the nation, South Carolina also has specific parameters where individuals the courts convict of...
If you plan to compete for government-backed grants, loans, and work-study funds, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by your college's or university's deadline. This deadline often comes early in the academic year, so don't let it...
