As in other states, South Carolina has enacted a series of actions to prevent individuals from engaging in impaired driving because of drugs or alcohol. Most of these actions rely on punitive measures that look to dissuade individuals from getting behind the wheel...
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Negligent driving during bad weather
Reckless driving is always dangerous, but you are even more likely to become involved in an accident if you encounter a negligent driver when weather conditions are poor. Every year, these accidents cause many victims to sustain debilitating injuries, and some lose...
When should you go back to work after an injury?
A workplace injury can displace you for quite some time. As your recovery progresses, you could feel a desire to return to work as soon as possible. Assessing when to return will require the input of your medical team, your employer and yourself. Taking your time to...
How can bad habits lead to a truck accident?
Although bad weather may slow you down, one issue that you may not notice at first is avoiding distractions on the road. As you continue to drive your truck on fast lanes or back roads, keeping in mind the ways that distractions and bad habits occur can help you....
Is your power tool’s cord more dangerous than its blade?
If you use power tools to perform your job duties, you probably have a healthy respect for sawblades. After all, these blades can cause life-threatening injuries in well under a second. Still, the cords that supply power to your tools may also be hazardous to your...
What is a structured settlement, and should you accept one?
If you file a personal injury claim for an injury you sustained as the result of another person’s negligence, you may find that your claim never makes it to trial. This is not uncommon. Most personal injury cases settle outside of court during the negotiations...
What should I know about workers’ comp laws in South Carolina?
Most employers in South Carolina must have workers' compensation insurance in case one of their staff suffers from work-related injuries. According to the South Carolina Workers' Compensation Commission, injured employees have certain rights and obligations when...
Applying for workers’ compensation after a traumatic injury
People who work physical jobs such as construction have an elevated risk of traumatic employment injuries. If you or a loved one has an accident on the job, you can file a claim for workers' compensation benefits in South Carolina. Review the application process for...
A fall from a ladder, a broken shoulder and workers’ compensation
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...
What are the dangers of eating while driving?
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...
