Recent Blog Posts
Common Birth Injuries To Mothers
Having a baby is an exciting time for the new parents. While childbirth is an everyday occurrence, it’s not always safe. Sadly, injuries and complications can occur. When people think about birth injuries, they tend to think about the baby — not the mother. However, women can suffer significant injuries during childbirth. Some of… Read More »
Woman Killed In Charleston Pedestrian Accident
Being a pedestrian is dangerous, especially when the person is in a wheelchair. It can be hard for wheelchair users to cross a road when visibility is limited or they are not at a marked crosswalk. Sadly, this was recently the case when a pedestrian was killed after she was hit by a vehicle… Read More »
Effects Of Stress Overload In The Workplace
Life has become more and more demanding in the past few years. The COVID pandemic created a lot of restrictions. Layoffs are becoming increasingly common, creating more work for remaining employees. On top of that, employers are demanding more meetings and in-office time. This is causing more stress for employees. Their workload is increasing…. Read More »
T-Bone Car Accidents
There are many ways in which car accidents can occur. One common type of crash is a T-bone accident. Also known as a side impact crash, a T-bone accident is when the front of one car collides with the side of another. T-bone crashes can be serious in nature. They caused 23% of motor… Read More »
Premises Liability Claims On Hotel Premises
We go on vacation to relax but sometimes the unexpected can happen while staying at a hotel. We may slip and fall. We may get assaulted. We may get burned or bitten by bed bugs or be injured by unsafe conditions on the hotel premises. Hotels have a duty to protect guests from harm…. Read More »
1 Killed In Rollover Crash In South Carolina
In a car accident, it’s possible for a vehicle to roll over. Tragically, when rollover crashes occur, it’s likely that the occupants – both the driver and passengers – will sustain serious, and sometimes fatal, injuries. Sadly, this recently happened in South Carolina. A man was killed when his vehicle went off the road… Read More »
South Carolina Priest Charged With Sexual Abuse
Priests, clergymen, and other church leaders are typically seen as trusted authority figures in communities. Children and other members of the congregation look up to these adults, so when they engage in abusive behavior, it can be shocking. Late last year, a South Carolina priest was charged with federal sex crimes after sexually abusing… Read More »
Preventing Workplace Accidents In The Laundry Industry
Most people don’t think much about the injuries involved in doing laundry. However, any job which requires professional laundry services comes with some risks due to the machinery and processes involved. There are a lot of chemicals involved, and when mixed in with poor maintenance, they can cause a fire. Many hotels, hospitals, and… Read More »
Man Killed In Head-On Collision In Newberry County
Getting into a crash with a semi truck is a serious situation. When a head-on accident is involved, it can even be fatal. This is what recently happened in Newberry County. A pickup truck and tractor trailer collided head on, killing the pickup truck driver. The fatal crash occurred on the evening of December… Read More »
South Carolina Among Worst For Elder Abuse Protections
Unfortunately, elder abuse is not uncommon. It is estimated that at least 10% of Americans over the age of 60 have experienced elder abuse. The real number is likely much higher, as studies show that as many as 20% of abuse cases are not reported to law enforcement. This means that the elderly population… Read More »