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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
Determining fault in an automobile accident isn’t always cut-and-dried. It can in many cases be very difficult to prove that the other person was negligent or the cause of the accident for which you need to be compensated. Getting the financial recompense to which you’re entitled can become very complex in these cases, and having … Continued
The truth is that most personal injury cases get settled out of court, through negotiation and back-and-forth between you, your attorney, and the insurance companies and other parties involved. Sometimes, however, an agreement can’t be reached and it’s necessary to go to court to get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Learn what happens … Continued
The terms “pain and suffering” are thrown around a lot in discussing personal injury cases. People love to talk about suing for pain and suffering, often without knowing exactly what it means. The truth is, it’s an important part of many injury cases, but you need to understand the process of how it works and … Continued
