Personal Injury Settlements: How Much Can You Expect?

In South Carolina, one person is injured in a car accident every nine minutes. The statistics are shocking, but that’s without considering the hundreds of thousands of people injured every year in motorcycle accidents, accidents at work, devastating truck accidents, and more.
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety published its Traffic Collision Fact Book with the latest data from 2021. The report reveals key insights into the root causes of car accidents and fatal crashes in South Carolina.

Evaluating Medical Evidence: Building a Strong Case for Hidden Injuries

South Carolina Legal News, Workers Compensation / By Allen Clardy

Personal injury law is a complex and nuanced field where the strength of a case often hinges on the quality of medical evidence presented. In the aftermath of an accident, whether it be a car accident, slip-and-fall, or workplace incident, the immediate focus is often on visible injuries — broken bones, cuts, and bruises. However, some injuries may not be immediately apparent but can have profound and lasting effects on an individual’s health and well-being — these are known as hidden injuries.

South Carolina Auto Accidents Involving Commercial Trucks: Unique Challenges

Car Accident, Truck Accident / By Allen Clardy

Auto accidents involving commercial trucks pose unique challenges for individuals and families across South Carolina. SC’s bustling highways and interstates serve as major thoroughfares for commercial trucking, contributing to the economy and the transportation network. However, with this heavy traffic comes a greater chance of accidents, leading to serious injuries, property damage, and loss of life.

Using Your Phone While Driving: Is It Legal In South Carolina?

Car Accident, Legal Tips / By Allen Clardy

Before we start looking at the unique driving laws in South Carolina, it’s important to be clear about the dangers of using phones while driving. The single most important thing you can do while driving is to be completely focused on your surroundings.

The Ultimate Guide to Driving In Slippery Road Conditions

Road Safety / By Allen Clardy

As the seasons change, so do the road conditions. Driving in slippery conditions, whether due to water, ice, mud, or oil spills, requires different skills and precautions to ensure your safety and the safety of others on the road. In this ultimate guide, we’ll explore essential tips and techniques to navigate slippery road conditions with …

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How Will My Personal Injury Settlement Be Paid Out?

Legal Tips, Personal Injury / By Allen Clardy

Personal injury settlements are often the result of legal processes designed to compensate individuals who have been injured due to the negligence or wrongdoing of others. In South Carolina, like in many other states, the process of receiving a payout from a personal injury settlement involves several steps and considerations.

How to Avoid Jackknifing

Truck Accident / By Allen Clardy

Every so often on the news, you will hear about a truck accident where a tractor-trailer jackknifed on the highway, sometimes with fatal consequences. Even if you’re the most experienced truck driver, you can end up jackknifing in the wrong conditions, leaving you in serious danger and making your truck a dangerous weapon. Knowing how jackknifing occurs and how to avoid it can save your life and so many others along the way.

Rear-End Collisions in South Carolina: Proving Liability and Seeking Compensation

Car Accident, Legal Tips / By Allen Clardy

In the bustling highways and roads of South Carolina, rear-end collisions have become an unfortunate reality for many motorists. These accidents often result in serious injuries and property damage, leaving victims grappling with physical, emotional, and financial challenges.

Fender Bender: What to Do after a Minor Accident

Car Accident / By Allen Clardy

Whether you get backed into a parking lot or bumped at a stop light because another driver isn’t paying attention, fender-bender accidents are a common occurrence. Fortunately, many victims of these minor accidents aren’t injured and get away with only cosmetic damage to their beloved vehicles.

Ride-Sharing Accidents and Your Rights in South Carolina

Legal Tips / By Allen Clardy

The exponential growth of ride-sharing services has transformed the transportation industry, offering users unparalleled convenience at the touch of a button. Whether it’s a daily commute, a night out on the town, or a ride to the airport, ride-sharing has become an integral part of modern life. However, with this increased reliance on ride-sharing comes an inherent risk of accidents, ranging from minor fender-benders to more severe collisions.