Recent Blog Posts
Woman Awarded $950,000 in Medical Malpractice Case Against Sheriff’s Office
Even if a person is in a jail or detention center, they have a right to receive necessary medical care. A South Carolina woman did not receive medical treatment while she was in a detention center, causing her to develop an abscess and sepsis, nearly dying. She sued and received a $950,000 jury award… Read More »
Man Killed in Auto Plant Accident
Workplaces can be unsafe. It’s not what employees want to hear, but it’s true. Many people are injured or killed in workplace accidents every year. When there are tools and machinery involved, the risk of a serious injury is much higher. A man was recently killed while working at an automotive plant. The fatal… Read More »
Teacher Arrested for Child Sex Crimes
Most teachers are wonderful individuals who have dedicated their lives to educating and supporting our children and instilling a long-term love of learning. Unfortunately, some teachers abuse their position and cause children to suffer long-term harm by engaging in sex crimes and other inappropriate conduct. A South Carolina teacher is facing charges of child… Read More »
1 Killed, 7 Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash
Car accidents can range from minor to deadly. They may involve one vehicle or many cars. A recent crash in Columbia has involved six vehicles, with one person tragically killed and seven others injured and requiring hospitalization. The fatal accident occurred on the afternoon of November 30 at Parklane Road and Crestbrook Road in… Read More »
Food Safety Issues at South Carolina Restaurants
Many of us enjoy having dinner at a favorite restaurant or picking up food at a drive-thru during lunch. When we buy food from a dining establishment, we assume that the food is safe for consumption. Sadly, that is not always true. Take, for example, an incident involving a 58-year-old man who ate chicken,… Read More »
Nurses Accused of Failure to Provide Wound Care
Recovering from injuries can take a lot of time and effort. In a nursing home environment, staff members must be proactive to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. Part of that means that they must be trained in wound care and know how to properly clean and dress wounds. Two South Carolina… Read More »
Man Killed in Head-on Crash
When driving, we all know it’s important to stay in your lane. If you veer out of your lane, even for a few seconds, you could hit a vehicle head-on, causing yourself or others to be seriously injured or killed. Sadly, this recently happened to a man in Oconee County, South Carolina. The man… Read More »
Common Medical Mistakes by OBGYNs
It can be hard to believe that a doctor would make mistakes, but it happens more often than you think. Doctors in all specialties make mistakes from time to time. While not every mistake can be considered evidence of medical malpractice under South Carolina law, certain mistakes are. Sadly, these types of mistakes can… Read More »
Man Killed in Columbia Pedestrian Accident
Late at night, drivers often have a hard time focusing on the road. It’s dark, so visibility is reduced. Plus, the drivers may be tired or intoxicated. This can cause them to lose control or hit something in the road. Unfortunately, pedestrians are often the ones affected. People walking in intersections may think they… Read More »
2 Men Arrested for Child Sex Crimes
Two men from South Carolina have been charged with multiple child sex crimes. A tip resulted in an investigation that led to their arrests. Investigators from the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force searched the men’s electronics and homes. They ended up arresting a 24-year-old man from Easley, South Carolina, and a 54-year-old man… Read More »