According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in five falls results in a major injury. Additionally, falls are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, and other serious impairments. Falls are one of the most common winter...
Statute of Limitations on Slip and Falls in Greenville, SC
Slip and fall accidents can result in devastating injuries. You may not be sure what your next steps should be after a slip, trip, or fall. It’s important that you get medical attention as quickly as possible and reach out to a slip-and-fall attorney for legal advice....
What If I’m Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident in an Airport in South Carolina?
Thousands of people will travel through South Carolina airports over the holiday season. When you make your way through an airport, you must navigate many hazards. There are long lines winding through the security checkpoints and broad waiting areas littered with bags...
Slip and Fall Accidents Increase in Winter
Slip and fall accidents result in significant personal injuries each year. According to National Floor Safety Institute statistics, they account for over one million emergency room visits annually. Bone fractures are among the more serious injuries due to falls. ...
How long do I have to give notice to my employer that I hurt myself at work?
Sometimes injured workers do not report their on-the-job injury right away. There can be any number of reasons for delayed reporting. Sometimes a supervisor is not available. Sometimes the worker does not realize they are injured until later. The South Carolina...
Who is responsible if you slip and fall on water in a store?
Many people think that if they fall in a store, the store is automatically liable for any injuries. The truth is that in South Carolina the law works in the store’s favor. If you slip and fall on a foreign substance, such as water, you must prove one of three things :...