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What Is Distracted Driving and Steps to Prevent It

South Carolina's laws define distracted driving as any activity that diverts a driver’s attention from the road. These actions include texting, talking on the phone, eating, and other distractions. Any...

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How to Pursue a Workers’ Compensation Case in South Carolina

Workers’ compensation is a state-mandated insurance program that provides benefits to injured or ill employees from workplace accidents. In South Carolina, workers’ compensation may cover medical expenses, lost wages, and...

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I Was Involved in a Boating Accident–Do I Have a Case?

Watervessel collisions are a relatively common phenomenon that can lead to serious injuries and fatalities. Fortunately, there may be legal grounds to seek compensation when you are involved in a...

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A Truck Cut Me Off And Caused an Accident But Did Not Hit Me. Do I Have a Case?

A truck cut you off and caused an accident. This unfortunate scenario happens all the time on South Carolina’s roads. But what if the driver did not actually hit your...

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Who is Responsible For Debris That Fell Off a Truck I Was Driving Behind?

Imagine driving down the road on a highway while maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when debris suddenly falls off the back of the truck...

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Amazon’s Trucking Contractors are Twice as Likely to Crash on the Job

It is no secret that Amazon is a powerhouse in the consumer delivery space. But at what cost? Amazon’s trucking companies have caused crashes that have killed more than 75...

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What Is Dram Shop Liability?

In some instances, bars and restaurants can be held liable for injuries suffered in a drunk driving accident caused by one of their customers. These cases are governed by dram shop...

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What is a Bad Faith Insurance Claim?

Your insurance company has an obligation to deal with your claim "in good faith." That means they have to consider your claim properly and completely, and pay you the...

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