When involved in a personal injury accident, there are a number of legal hurdles you will have to overcome in order to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. This includes dealing with insurance adjusters. Often, these adjusters want access to your medical records, and, as a general rule, local residents should consult with…
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Workers’ compensation, commonly known by its shorter nickname workers’ comp, is a government-mandated safety net to provide reparation to any employee who suffers a work related injury or illness. There are both federal and state workers’ compensation programs and laws, but unless you are a federal government employee, chances are you will fall under state…
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A slip and fall is one of the most common personal injury accidents. Depending on the situation, the consequences can be devastating. Fortunately, there are legal options you can choose to pursue if you have suffered from a slip and fall accident; for South Carolina residents, getting in touch with a Columbia personal injury lawyer…
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Workers’ compensation is a system of insurance mandated by state (or sometimes federal) government to support workers with replacement wages and medical bill payments for injuries or illness sustained in the line of work. An important component of this insurance coverage is that once compensation is granted, an employee gives up their right to sue…
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Accidents happen all the time, and in many situations, they really are unavoidable. While a lot of these accidents tend to be minor or harmless, quite a few can have very negative effects on your life, possibly even leading to physical disability or death. It is therefore important to know what exactly constitutes a personal…
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It’s around that time of the year again—Labor Day—and the average American worker is looking forward to sleeping in or catching up with the family. As Labor Day swiftly approaches, Rock Hill workers’ compensation attorney, from the law offices of Harris and Graves, would like to reflect on the history and sacrifices behind this national…
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Labor Day is fast approaching, which means vacations will soon be in order. South Carolina personal injury attorneys Harris and Graves want to prevent another Columbia car accident. Read on to learn five simple tips to make your Labor Day road trip a safe and fun adventure for the whole family. Tip One: Routine Maintenance…
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So your case is finished and you have won a settlement equaling damages or compensation. Unfortunately, you aren’t finished yet. You may have won the lawsuit, but you may still have a battle on your hands to collect it. Here’s what you can expect in the aftermath of a Columbia car accident judgment. Timing for…
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In the aftermath of a car accident, some injuries are obvious, but it is not unusual for a driver or passenger to be disoriented enough that car accident injuries go unnoticed for minutes, hours or even days. While many of these are minor injuries that go away after a short time, it is important to…
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Auto accident cases where you’re trying to get compensated for damages are civil cases, as opposed to criminal cases, and carry their own unique process. The first step in negotiating for damage recovery is the process of deposition, a less formal meeting where each side tells their story about what happened. Learn what to expect…
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