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Burns and Fire Injuries
Burn injuries are some of the most serious and debilitating injuries that can occur. Not only are burn injuries painful, but they may result in some level of disfigurement. Burn injuries may include both internal and external damages. Burns can result from a number of different types of accidents. Burns are most commonly caused by…
Read MoreDo I Have a Personal Injury Case?
Thousands of accidents happen every day in the United States; many of them involve serious injuries. When someone is severely injured as the result of an accident, they may wonder whether they have a personal injury case. While not every accident or injury qualifies for a personal injury lawsuit, many of them do. Those who…
Read MoreBedsores – A Sign of Nursing Home Neglect
When we drop off our loved ones at a nursing home we trust that they will receive the loving care and supervision that they need to thrive. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Poor care, lack of supervision, and understaffing can all lead to medical problems in the elderly. Many people consider bedsores to…
Read MoreTextalyzer Technology May Be Coming Soon
Distracted driving used to mean shaving, or applying makeup. Today, however, high-tech devices such as smartphones have made distracted driving even more complicated and dangerous. Texting while driving is one of the most common causes of accidents across the country. Many states, including South Carolina, have strict distracted driving laws in place, including restrictions on…
Read MoreReceiving the Compensation You Deserve After a Work Injury
Injuries at work happen all too often. While your workplace should be considered a safe place, sometimes accidents occur. If you have been hurt while on the job the result can be devastating. You may not be able to return to work while you are recovering and some injuries are so severe that they may…
Read MoreSlip and Falls Are Common and Preventable
Slip and fall accidents happen every day. Whether shopping at a store or walking on a sidewalk, dangerous falls can cause serious injuries. Sometimes a fall just happens for no apparent reason. But other times a fall is actually caused by something someone else did or failed to do. Safe conditions must be provided by…
Read MoreDog Bite Injuries Are Often Serious
Dog bites are among the most painful injuries you can suffer. Yet dog bites are preventable. When a dog bites or scratches someone it usually happens because the owner is not in control of the animal. When a dog bite punctures the skin the injuries can be very serious. The wound requires special care and…
Read MoreUnsafe Trucks Are a Concern to Safe Drivers
There are millions of trucks on the road. While there are many laws in place to try to keep trucks safe, truck safety is still a concern. Every year there are thousands of accidents that are caused by unsafe truck conditions. A recent accident happened when a truck lost a wheel that bounced around and…
Read MoreWhat to Do After a Car Accident
Car accidents happen every day. Some accidents are worse than others – sometimes you will simply walk away without a scratch. But other times, you could be injured much more seriously. There are some important things to do immediately after a car accident which was not your fault that will increase the likelihood of getting…
Read MoreFatigued Drivers Are Distracted Drivers
Distracted driving is a problem that is coming to the forefront more often. Most people think that distracted driving is associated only with cell phone use or texting, but there are many other situations that can cause distraction. Eating, applying makeup, and reading are all other activities that can keep drivers from paying proper attention…
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