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Can I Use Proof of a DUI in my Car Accident Case?
Some of the most dangerous car accident involving drinking and driving. These days, when we talk about drunk driving, we have to take into account drugs. There are more and more accidents being caused by drug use every day. Victims in drunk-driving accidents suffer very serious injuries. Because the other driver is drunk, they may…
Read MoreCan a Nursing Home Get Away with Abusing My Loved One in Columbia, South Carolina?
Over the years, nursing homes have become more popular. It’s not like it was decades ago when people thought putting your parents in a nursing home was an awful thing to do. Because of this, there are more nursing homes and assisted living facilities than ever before. This also means that some people who don’t…
Read MoreHow to Estimate Future Loss from a Traumatic Brain Injury
Many factors go into estimating projected future loss from a traumatic brain injury. The most important components are special damages and general damages. These damages are combined and a formula is used to estimate the losses which may occur in the future. If you or loved one suffered a TBI, you should consult an auto…
Read MoreTechnology That Can Help to Prevent Drowsy Driving
Over 100,000 car accidents happen every year in the USA due to drowsy driving, according to conservative estimates. These result in more than 1,500 fatalities and 71,000 injuries, without accounting for collateral and third-party damage. This is despite the availability of technology designed to help drivers stay alert. If you become a victim of drowsy…
Read MoreWhat to Do If Nursing Home Abuse Causes a Death
It is heartbreaking to learn that an elderly person has died because of nursing home abuse. However, it has become a common issue in the USA. Despite how common it is, the immediate family of a victim has the right to sue the nursing home. They can seek compensation for their loss. A nursing home…
Read MoreWhat Happens if a Pedestrian Causes A Car Accident?
We never really think about it, but people get in car accidents every day. Most car accident involves two or more vehicles. And normally, the accident is caused by one of the drivers. In these cases, you file a claim against the driver’s insurance company. The claim is either paid or your car accident attorney…
Read MoreWhat Can I Do if a Traumatic Brain Injury is Discovered Years After a Car Accident?
One of the most important things to do after a car accident is get medical treatment. The doctors need to test you to see if you’ve suffered any injuries. This is important whether you think you’re hurt or not. You could’ve suffered internal injuries. You may have suffered a traumatic brain injury. A doctor can…
Read MoreThe Importance of Having a Medical Exam After a Car Accident
A lot of us have been in minor car accidents before. We talk to the other driver, shake our heads a few times, and go about our business. We don’t call the police, we don’t seek medical treatment, and think we’re fine. Days later, we realize we’re not okay at all. This is why it’s…
Read MoreDifferent Ways a Car Accident Can Disrupt Your Life
We don’t get up every day worrying about getting into a car accident. If we did this, we’d lose our minds. However, we see car accidents on our way to and from work all the time. We may stare a little too long at the people on the side of the road before turning away,…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Types of Truck Accidents in South Carolina?
Tractor trailer accidents often result in serious injuries and fatalities. This is because trucks are so large compared to small passenger vehicles. In South Carolina, 100 people die every year due to truck accidents. Almost all fatalities were of the person in the car, not the truck. There is nothing to shield the car passengers…
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