Monthly Archives: July 2024
What Can You Do After a Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident in South Carolina?
Hit-and-run pedestrian accidents in South Carolina are unfortunately quite common. When a driver hits a pedestrian, their first instinct may be to flee the scene. They may immediately realize the damage they have caused, and hitting the accelerator may seem like a preferable alternative to accepting responsibility. Not only is this highly illegal in… Read More »
Motorcyclist Dies After Being “Thrown into Guardrail” on S.C 11
All too often, we hear stories of vehicles cutting off motorcyclists while turning – causing catastrophic injuries for riders. In many cases, these accidents occur due to a common but extremely hazardous traffic infraction: The failure to shoulder check. Whenever a motorist turns, they should check for following motorcyclists. As a recent motorcyclist crash… Read More »
Yet Another Waffle House Shooting in South Carolina
Waffle Houses have garnered a fearsome reputation in South Carolina. Journalists have described these establishments as “deadly,” with some even comparing them to active warzones. It is not difficult to see why. Type “waffle house shooting” into your Google search bar, and you will find dozens of recent incidents. The most recent waffle house… Read More »
Wrongful Death Caused by Distracted Driving in South Carolina
Distracted driving is a leading cause of death in South Carolina. According to the South Carolina Department of Insurance, two distracted drivers crash every hour in the Palmetto State. If someone you love was killed by a distracted driver, you may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim in South Carolina. This type… Read More »
Suing for a Walmart Shooting in South Carolina
In April of 2024, a shooter brandished a hatchet at a Walmart parking lot in South Carolina. Officers were able to eliminate the threat with no other casualties, but the situation could have been much worse. What if someone had been struck by a stray bullet? What if your child had been hit in… Read More »
Non-Economic Damages for Paralysis in South Carolina
Paralysis leaves you with both medical and psychological burdens. In the legal world, these psychological impairments are called “non-economic damages.” As the name suggests, these losses have nothing to do with your financial situation. What kinds of non-economic damages can you claim after suffering a paralyzing injury in South Carolina? Loss of Enjoyment of… Read More »
Suing for the Loss of a Fetus in a South Carolina Truck Accident
In April of 2024, a three-month-old baby died in South Carolina after an accident with a cement truck. In situations like these, the parents may explore the possibility of a wrongful death lawsuit. But what if this accident had occurred three months earlier? What if the accident had occurred while the mother was still… Read More »
Shootings and Stabbings in South Carolina Malls, Gas Stations, and Restaurants
Over the past few days and weeks, multiple stabbings and shootings have occurred across South Carolina’s many gas stations, malls, and restaurants. Patrons of these establishments deserve to feel safe when they’re carrying out basic daily tasks like refueling or eating. If you have experienced harm at one of these establishments due to preventable… Read More »