Poorer areas suffer more fatal car wrecks. Traffic deaths are declining amongst more educated and well-off groups. For those with less than a high school education, the number of fatal car wrecks has actually increased. While traffic deaths have dropped in the U.S. over the past decade, research published by the American Journal of Epidemiology … Read More »
Although one should always wear a helmet when riding a bicycle, sometimes we can be caught off-guard. While bicyclist safety has been improving in South Carolina since being ranked in the lowest 5 for bicycle safety in 2010 to # 34 in a more recent survey , riding your bike has the same dangers and … Read More »
Riding your bicycle can serve as a healthy alternative form of transportation. Unfortunately, 11.9 percent of traffic fatalities in South Carolina involve bicyclists and pedestrians. Because of this, it is important to know your rights as a cyclist and what damages you could claim if you are injured in an accident. Accidents involving a bicycle … Read More »
Text messaging is universally regarded to be a dangerous activity while driving, and states across the country have passed legislation banning it and making it a punishable offense, just like drinking and driving. The South Carolina state legislature has attempted on several occasions to enact a ban on text messaging while driving. But the latest … Read More »
While it seems most people should know it is important to seek legal advice in the event of an injury, many people do not know to contact an attorney . Some people don’t know any lawyers, or believe their insurance company will take care of them; many people just don’t think they really need a … Read More »
In the event of an accident, there will probably be a lot of thoughts going through your head. “Is anyone injured or hurt?” “Someone call the police!” “We need to trade insurance information.” In all of this excitement, some facts about the accident could be ignored or go unnoticed. It is very important to try … Read More »
After being involved in a car accident and sustaining injuries, you may be wondering, “Can I collect money for wages I lost while taking time off of work to recover?” Thankfully, South Carolina drivers are entitled to this protection. By law, every driver in the state of South Carolina must carry at least the minimum … Read More »
Many drivers have questions about underinsured and uninsured motorist coverage with their auto insurance policies. Some get UM and UIM coverage confused, or believe they are the same thing. In fact, uninsured motorist coverage and underinsured motorist coverage are two separate forms of insurance designed to protect you in the event of an accident. Knowing … Read More »
This is one mobile app we hope you’ll never need, but should always have with you – just in case! After a car accident, there are several mistakes often made by victims in a state of panic or confusion; these mistakes can cost you thousands of dollars or even ruin your case! The Sink Law … Read More »
Halloween is one of the deadliest nights of the year for pedestrians, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Trick-or-treaters and their families walk the streets during the dimmest and darkest hours of the day, creating a dangerous situation for pedestrians and motorists alike. Between the hours of 4:00 PM and midnight, the chances … Read More »
