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Car & Truck Accidents
- I was in a car accident and the airbag did not work. Do I have a defective airbag lawsuit?
- Fatal Head-on Collision Leaves Two Lowcountry South Carolina Women Dead
- Top 5 Ways You Can Stop DUI Accidents
- Safe Driving In The Heat of Summer
- Fatal Car Accident in Loris South Carolina
Accidents Involving Children & Minors
- The “Danger Zone” and School Bus Safely
- Toy Gun Sold at Local Store Could Be Deadly to Kids
- Value of Back-Up Sensors
- New Software Stops Teens From Texting While Driving
- Two Toddlers Hurt in Car Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
- How To Be a Safe Pedestrian
- Coastal Carolina Student Fatally Struck While Crossing The Street
- John's Island Man Struck & Killed by Car While Assisting Motorist
Workers' Compensation
- Man Mauled By Bear To Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits Even Though He Used Marijuana
- Machine Operator Has Fingers Amputated After Work Injury
- Pizza Shop To Pay Obese Employee's Weightloss Surgery as Part of Worker's Comp Claim
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Dog Bites
- It's Not Just Pit Bulls That Do The Biting!
- Man Fatally Attacked & Killed by Daughter's "Pet" Pit Bulls
Fatal Accidents and Wrongful Death
- Third Wrongful Death Suit Filed in Tragic Oil Rig Explosion
- Attorney Seeks $46 Million For Family in Wrongful Death Case
- Texting Plays Role in Fatal Car Accident
- Woman Dead After Rock Thrown Through Windshield
- Family of Woman Who Died During Radio Contest Gets $16.56 Million
Accidents & Injuries
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News
- Posted on 7/16/2010Woman Dies in Tragic Head-On Collision with RV...
- Posted on 7/15/2010Man Facing Charges For Shoplifting and a Hit-and-Run in Cayce...
- Posted on 7/2/2010Boy Dies From Injuries After Hit By School Bus...
- Posted on 6/28/2010Man Passes Out, Dies While Working For Moving Company...
- Posted on 6/21/2010South Carolina Teen Tragically Dies in Motorcycle Accident...
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Car & Truck Accidents
- Do I Have A Defective Airbag Case?
- Driving Under the Influence in SC: Don't Even Think About It!
- Front- or Rear-End Collisions: Their Tragic Result, By: Dr. Matthew Wurst
- Misconceptions of Personal Injury Victims & Their Lawyers
- The Attorney Client Privilege
Accidents Involving Children & Minors
- 10 Tips For Staying Out Of The School Bus “Danger Zone”
- May 2010 Children's Product Recalled Due to Defects
- Keeping South Carolina Kids Safe in Cars
- Car Accidents are the #1 killer of teens, according to the Institute for Highway Safety recent reports. Safety for South Carolina teens is especially important because most fatal accidents occur on rural roadways.
- Pools Can Be Fatal For Children: 5 Safety Tips to Prevent Drownings
Pedestrian Accidents
Workers' Compensation
- Steps To Take After An On-The-Job Injury
- Do I Need a Lawyer for My Workers' Compensation Case?
- Items To Take With You To The Free Consultation
- GLOSSARY OF SC WORKER'S COMPENSATION TERMS
- What is The South Carolina Workers Compensation Commission?
Wrongful Death
- Compensation for the Family of a Loved One Killed by Wrongful Death
- Documents to Take to Your Attorney Consultation For Wrongful Death
- What will a lawyer do for a family who has suffered a wrongful death?
- 10 Tips for Dealing with Trauma and Tragedy
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Traumatic Brain Injuries in Children
- Seven Tips For Parents Of Children With TBIs
- Ten Tips For Teachers Of Students With TBIs
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Seven Ways to Prevent TBIs
Dangerous Drugs- YAZ
- Department of Health Letter Warns Yaz Advertising is Misleading, 2003
- 2009 Letter from Department of Health And Human Services, Yaz Advertising is Misleading and Fails To Communicate The Risks Associated with the Birth Control Pill
- YAZ Warning Letter From Dept. of Health And Human Services, October 2008
Dog Bites
- Dog Safety Tips for South Carolina Kids
- Dog Owners or Caretakers Are Responsible for The Actions of Dogs They Control
- South Carolina Dog Owners are Responsible if Their Dog Attacks or Bites An Innocent Person
Boating Safety
Medical Malpractice
- Charleston South Carolina Medical Malpractice
- Charleston South Carolina Medical Malpractice
- Charleston South Carolina Medical Malpractice
- Medical Malpractice Claims: What You Need To Know
Child Seat Belt and Booster Seat Law
South Carolina Traffic Laws
Injuries and Medical Treatment
- Three Ways to Prevent Electrical Fires and Burns
- Chondrolysis & Pain Pump Devices
- Your Medical Records Should Start With Injury And End With Recovery.
Greater Charleston Area Chiropractor Directory
Automobile Insurance Coverage & Insurance Policies
- Top 5 Reasons medical Benefits Are Denied and How to Fight It
- Top 10 Strategies for Dealing with Health Insurance Denials
- Top Five Worst Insurance Companies
- Top Five Things Insurance Companies Don’t Want You To Know About Automobile Insurance
- Insurance Agent's Don't Always Have Your Best Interests in Mind
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- Charleston County Jury Verdicts: Spring 2010
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- Charleston County Jury Verdicts: Fall 2009
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Charleston & Surrounding Areas of the Lowcountry
- Hanahan, South Carolina Injury Lawyer
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- Moncks Corner, South Carolina Injury Law Firm
- Ladson, SC Personal Injury Law Firm
- James Island, SC Accident Attorney
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The South Carolina Accident Book- Reviews
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- Do you have total expected medical bills and lost wages (not just out-of-pocket expenses) of at least $2,000.00?
- Is there visible property damage to your car?
- Was the accident someone else’s fault?
- Did you seek medical treatment no more than (3) days after the accident?
- Have you followed the recommended course of treatment of your doctor?
- Did the accident happen less than 18 months ago?
If you answered YES to each of these questions, you should give us a call at 843-277-6061 to find out if you need a personal injury attorney for your case.
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Guide to Settling Your South Carolina Property Damage Claim
Roadmap For A Personal Injury Case
The South Carolina Accident Book For Personal Injury Victims
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103 Laurel Avenue
Goose Creek, SC 29445
Phone: (843) 277-6061
Fax: (843) 297-8497
Toll Free: 1-888-690-0211
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222 W. Coleman Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
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FAQs
Car & Truck Accidents
- I was in an accident that was the fault of another driver. I didn't have insurance at the time of the accident. Can I still be compensated for my injuries?
I was involved in an accident where the other driver was on drugs. Is this considered driving under the influence?
How long do I have to bring my case against a person who was driving under the influence?
Accidents Involving Children & Minors
- What types of injuries can a child have from being in a school bus accident?
- Who is responsible if my child is involved in a school bus accident?
- My child was in a school bus accident, do I need a lawyer?
Pedestrian Accidents
If I was involved in a pedestrian accident, what damages should the settlement cover?
- What exactly is a pedestrian accident and doesn't a pedestrian always have the right of way?
- I was crossing the street and was hit by a car. What should I do?
Workers' Compensation
- What types of accidents are covered under Workers' Compensation?
- Who is considered an employee?
- What is the difference between an independent contractor and an employee?
Wrongful Death
- How long after the death of a loved one, must a wrongful death claim be filed?
- What recovery is available for the family of a loved one was killed in an accident?
- Who is entitled to bring a wrongful death claim in South Carolina?
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Dog Bites
- If I have a dog bite case, what am I entitled to recover for my injury?
- If I am bitten by a dog or other animal, who is my case against?
- What should I do if my child is bitten by a dog?
Medical Malpractice
Will an expert be consulted about my medical malpractice case?
- What will an attorney do for my medical malpractice case?
- Do I have a medical malpractice claim?