Texting and Driving kills. Here are some apps that can help parents make sure their kids (and themselves) are driving safe: Canary is a free app that puts all the information in the hands of the parent. It offers textnotification any time a child texts, tweets,...
The Importance of Taking Pictures After a Car Accident.
When you are in a car accident, the steps needed to document the accident are probably the last thing on your mind. Your first thoughts are probably getting treatment for your injuries and how you are going to go back to work and get your vehicle fixed. While it may...
How much does an attorney cost for a car accident case?
A big question many victims in car accidents have is how much it will cost to hire an attorney. Many people don’t even seek out an attorney because they don’t believe they can pay for one. Every attorney is different and has their own policy for charges. Most...
What are the rules to make sure there are no sleepy truck drivers?
Nearly 4000 people are killed each year in tractor-trailer accidents. The federal government established hours of service rules because truck driver fatigue is one of the highest causes of these tractor-trailer accidents in the United States. In a bid to provide the...
What happens if someone hits me in an automobile that does not have insurance?
According to the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, every driver in the state must carry liability insurance. In South Carolina, each vehicle registered in the state must have a minimum of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident in insurance...
What should I do if someone I love dies in a car accident in South Carolina?
If someone you love dies in a car accident in South Carolina, it may be hard to know what to do. Once you have come through the initial shock of the death, you may wonder how you were going to pay for any funeral bills, medical bills or support loved ones left in the...
Four ways Tractor-Trailer Accidents Differ From Accidents Involving Only Cars
In 2013 (the last year data is available), seventy-one percent of people killed in large-truck crashes were occupants of the other vehicles. If you or a loved one is involved in a accident in South Carolina with a tractor-trailer there are a few things that you need...
Do I need a Lawyer for My South Carolina Car Accident?
Not every car accident requires a lawyer. If you are in a minor accident, with no injuries, you probably do not need the services of a lawyer. However if you: Were not at fault in the accident; Have medical bills over $2000; Have a serious injury (broken bones /...
Can I get damages if someone hit me while texting in South Carolina?
If you are in a car accident because someone was paying more attention to their phone than to the road you may be entitled to damages. There are two types of damages that may be awarded. First are compensatory damages, which include financial relief for medical bills,...
Who pays for the rental car after a car accident in South Carolina?
After an car accident, one of your first concerns will be getting a rental car so you can get back and forth from work or take care of other responsibilities. If the other driver’s car insurance immediately accepts responsibility for the accident, the at-fault...