George Sink, Sr. and his staff welcomed a group of boys from the Windwood Farm Home for Children, Inc. to the George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers offices in Charleston on Friday, August 2, 2019. Sink, Sr. greeted the boys as they arrived at the office, gave them a tour of the building, and then hosted…
Yes, you can make a claim if your Uber, Lyft, or taxicab driver was in a car accident and you were a passenger. South Carolina requires ridesharing and taxicab companies to carry liability insurance. If your ridesharing driver or taxi driver caused the accident, you can hold the driver liable for your physical injuries or…
Far too many drivers in South Carolina believe that they “gotta go fast,” making it the third worst state in the country for speeding drivers on a percentage basis. According to a recent study, a whopping 22.7% of South Carolina drivers reported that they had speeding violations on their record. As we all know, speeding…
Savannah is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Georgia. Saint Patrick’s Day sees the city packed, and the beautiful weather and historic sites bring visitors year-round to the oldest city in Georgia. Combine these visitors with the 390,000 who live in the metropolitan area, and it’s easy to see why traffic can easily…
#stayafloat We heard something shocking on ABC News4. Did you know that 860 Coast Guard personnel in Charleston have not been paid since December 31, 2018? The government shutdown that has affected so many workers and their families across the United States has also hit these diligent and faithful Coast Guard. Despite not receiving a…
Though the busy Thanksgiving travel days are behind us, the holiday season is still in full swing. People all over South Carolina & Georgia will be loading up into cars and onto planes to visit their loved ones — or to simply take a well-deserved vacation. If you’re planning on driving this holiday season, whether…
The Thanksgiving Holidays bring millions of families together, which means that millions of people will be on the South Carolina & Georgia roads this weekend. Holidays don’t just mean higher traffic but also an increased risk of serious accidents and drunk drivers. Whether you’re driving to Charleston, Savannah, or anywhere else, make sure your family…
New safety and registration laws are now in effect for all South Carolina moped drivers. Starting November 19, 2018, all mopeds must be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles. Officials believe that the new laws will keep moped drivers safer. The tighter regulations also allow law enforcement to find the moped owner in case…
Things can get hectic and chaotic after a car accident injury, but it’s critical that you seek medical attention as soon as possible. Not only is this important for your health, but it also helps set up a steady foundation for a potential personal injury case. Once you’re treated, the next step to building your…
Neck injuries are common in many different type of accidents, including car accidents, slip and falls, and workplace injuries. If you or someone you love has recently been involved in an accident and are not sure if you should visit a doctor, our experienced personal injury attorneys at George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers want you…
A statute of limitations is a law establishing a deadline for when civil claims must be filed. The length of time allowed varies by state as well as by the cause of the injury suffered. By limiting the time in which a lawsuit can be filed, the law invites speedy resolution and prompt relief for…
Workers’ compensation is an insurance program. Like all insurers, workers’ comp insurance companies and their policyholders (your employer) want to pay as little as possible when claims are filed. But you can receive all of the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve if you follow the rules. Below are the top 10 mistakes the workers’ compensation…
A South Carolina man caught on fire after the battery in his iPhone 6 exploded, according to a recent lawsuit. The phone was in his pocket, when it heated up, exploded and set his clothes on fire, causing severe burns. The man, Ronnie Portee, is represented by Kevin Dean of Motley Rice LLC and George…
If you use your cellphone while driving, beware: on July 1, 2018, those traveling in Georgia will be subject to a new “Hands-Free” driving law.
At any speed, the danger of stepping into your car each time you drive is high. The roadways are the 8th highest cause of fatalities worldwide. The only safe driving speed is zero. But in a society where driving is a large part of everyday life, how can you protect yourself?
Someone who has suffered a burn injury due to a fire, explosion, electrocution, hot surface, or chemical exposure will need immediate medical attention and extensive hospitalization to ensure proper healing. The problem is that medical professionals often consider burn injuries one of the most challenging catastrophic injuries to treat.
It is difficult to even look outside any given window and not see an automobile these days. You will be even more hard-pressed to go anywhere without using a car. Yes, here in the United States, and most of the world, the automobile is so essential, it and all of its oddities are often overlooked.
