Despite Driver Shortage, Accidents Still Happen. A Truck Accident Lawyer in Columbia Can Help Corporate fleet vehicles are a major asset to our economy. Without their ability to carry heavy loads, we would be unable to function as a society. The American Trucking Association (ATA) mentioned, “The trucking industry is the lifeblood of the U.S. … Continued
Personal injury cases vary depending upon the severity of the injury an individual has suffered. In 2017, South Carolina ranked 17th for injury deaths nationwide, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Since injuries can differ greatly in personal injury cases, there are many different treatment approaches to aid in your recovery … Continued
Social Security Disability (SSD) is a benefit provided by the Social Security Administration to qualifying recipients. To qualify for SSD, you must meet the government’s definition of disabled and you must have worked long enough to qualify for the program. Most people who file for SSD are denied. A Social Security Disability lawyer can help … Continued
Dog attacks are on the rise across the nation, as we become more welcoming of people bringing pets into public places. Recently, a South Carolina woman was charged with second-degree assault after she allowed her three aggressive dogs to attack a deputy. The officer in question suffered bites on his arms and legs, requiring stitches. … Continued
Getting hurt on the job is a scary experience. Yet, it’s a risk that South Carolina workers face every day. When hurt on the job, workers have a right to file a workers’ compensation claim. Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance provided at no cost to workers. It can help injured workers with their … Continued
Car accidents can be a nightmare to deal with. Covering the repair costs for your vehicle and potentially medical costs for your injuries can be difficult, so it’s important to make sure you get the compensation you’re owed whether it’s from an insurance company or the responsible party. In order to get proper compensation, you … Continued
Leasing a vehicle is rapidly becoming one of the best ways to get your hands on a quality vehicle that might normally be out of your price range. The costs are significantly lower since you’re only responsible for the depreciation or value lost that you create rather than the value of the entire car when … Continued
For the last several years, the media has been heavily reporting on incidents in which people are involved in a car accident caused by cell phone use. Despite new laws being passed in almost every state across the country, people continue to have cell phone related accidents. If you’re involved in a car accident caused … Continued
If you get hurt in a trucking accident, it can be catastrophic to your life. Because these vehicles are so huge, they cause a great deal more damage than accidents with cars, and it gets even worse when you try to get compensated for your injuries. There are so many parties potentially involved in a … Continued
When you get hurt in an accident, you’re entitled to file a claim to collect compensation from the insurance provider of the negligent party. As part of this process, you will doubtless have to deal with an adjuster for the insurance company. As your negotiations inevitably grow more frustrating, you might find yourself asking who … Continued
