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Injured? Let Our lawyers in Anderson, SC Help You Get the Money
If you, a family member, or a friend have been injured in an accident in Anderson, do not delay in contacting George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers. Whether your injury was caused by another person’s negligence or by a workplace accident, our personal injury lawyer in Anderson, SC are prepared to fight for the money you need to recover. Over the past three-and-a-half decades, our firm has proudly helped more than 40,000 men and women in South Carolina obtain justice.
Do you have questions about whether you have a valid claim, or about how the claims process works? Trust in the experience of our Anderson lawyers to review your case, explain your options, and guide you through the entire process from start to finish.
Allow Our Anderson Social Security Lawyers to Assist with Your SSD Claim
A serious accident may leave a victim with injuries that can temporarily or permanently affect their ability to work. If you or a loved one has been left unable to return to work after an accident, and have a history of regularly paying Social Security taxes through paychecks, you may be eligible to collect Social Security Disability benefits. Since the application process can be complicated and lengthy without legal aid, we encourage you to contact an Anderson Social Security lawyer at George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers for a free consultation. A high percentage of applications are denied the first time, so speak with a member of our team about how you can potentially increase your chances of having your application accepted. We are also available to assist you with filing an appeal if your initial claim has been denied.
How can you increase your social security disability benefits if you are a veteran in Anderson, SC?
Are you a veteran in need of disability benefits? Allow us to help you navigate the complexities of this notoriously difficult system. Our Anderson lawyers are familiar with the various requirements and regulations involved with Veterans Affairs and can help you prepare your initial or appeals application in a correct, complete, and timely manner. We want to help you get the benefits you deserve for your brave service to our country. You could be missing out on valuable benefits, so do not delay in calling George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers as soon as possible to request a consultation.
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Whether you have been hurt in a car accident, slip and fall accident, or any other type of accident, it is in your best interests to speak with an Anderson personal injury lawyer at George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers. Our dedicated team is ready to put our more than 40 years of experience to work for you to help you obtain the compensation you need quickly. Voted “Best Law Firm” by the readers of The State newspaper in 2014 and 2015, you can be confident in entrusting your case to our team.
Find out how George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers can assist you by calling us toll-free at (888) 612-7001. Your first consultation is FREE and if you’re hurt, we will travel to meet you at your location.
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About Anderson, South Carolina
The 2010 U.S. Census indicated that the city of Anderson had a recorded population of 26,686 in 2010. The Census Bureau estimated that, by 2018, the population would increase to 27,380. This reflects a population growth of 3.6 percent. The City spans 14 square miles.
According to the City of Anderson’s municipal website, the City’s convenient location on the bustling Interstate 85 corridor has contributed much to the City’s economic growth over the years. The stretch of highway that connects Anderson, Atlanta, and Charlotte, North Carolina is deemed one of the heaviest traveled roadways in the southeast.
Nicknamed “The Electric City,” Anderson is the county seat of Anderson County, South Carolina. Anderson County enjoyed the honor of being one of 10 communities to be named an “All-American City” in 2000 by the National Civic League.
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Injury Deaths in Anderson County, South Carolina
According to the Office of Public Health Statistics and Information Systems (PHISIS) of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Anderson County experienced 173 deaths related to injuries in 2010 – or a rate of 92.4 deaths per 100,000 residents. This is a significant increase from 2006 when only 139 such deaths occurred.
Among the most common causes of these injury deaths are:
- Motor vehicle crashes – 26 (a rate of 13.9 per 100,000 residents)
- Falls – 18 (a rate of 9.6 per 100,000 residents)
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Anderson County, South Carolina’s Non-Fatal Injuries in 2010
Anderson County residents experienced 13,225 non-fatal injuries in 2010 – or a rate of 706.7 per 100,000 residents. According to the PHISIS report, the most frequently occurring causes for these types of injuries were:
- Falls: 3,730 (a rate of 199.3 per 100,000 residents)
- Natural, Environmental: 1,773 (a rate of 94.8 per 100,000 residents)
- Motor Vehicle Collisions: 1,739 (a rate of 92.9 per 100,000 residents)
- Struck By/Caught In: 1,126 (a rate of 60.2 per 100,000 residents)
- Piercing/Cutting: 684 (a rate of 36.6 per 100,000 residents)
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls and struck by/caught in injuries are considered to be two of the “fatal four” injuries in the construction industry.
Motor Vehicle Collisions in Anderson County, South Carolina
According to the South Carolina Traffic Collision Fact Book, there were 186,440 registered motor vehicles in Anderson County in 2017 Given the heavy traffic on highways that cross the county, it would seem fitting that an increased number of motor vehicle accidents would follow.
The Traffic Collision Fact Book reports the following traffic collisions for Anderson County in 2017:
- Fatal Collisions: 42
- Injury Collisions: 1,341
- Property Damage Only Collisions: 4,008
- Persons Injured: 1,947
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