Charleston’s Safety Disconnect: Unmasking the Unsettling Reality of Unbuckled Rides
South Carolina has unfortunately earned a reputation for its high traffic fatality rates. Research Reveals the Crucial Connection Between Seatbelt Usage and Fatalities According to South Carolina’s Department of Public…
Charleston Construction Worker Falls from Ladder, Suffers Incomplete Paraplegia – Case Result: $600,000
In October 2022, our client was on a ladder at a Charleston County construction site removing siding from a building when he fell 20 feet onto the cement below and…
Cement Truck Water Tank Explodes, Injures Worker Walking By – Case Result: $600,000 Workers’ Compensation Settlement
In a terrible case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time, our client was walking past a cement truck at a downtown Charleston, SC construction site when…
Six Steinberg Law Firm Attorneys Receive Elite Lawyer Distinction
The Steinberg Law Firm recently announced that six of their attorneys have been recognized by Elite Lawyers for 2024. Elite Lawyer is a directory within the legal industry that acknowledges…
Immediate Intervention: Urgent Tactics of Insurance Attorneys in Charleston Accidents
Immediately after an accident, most people think to call 911 or seek medical assistance. These are necessary steps and should come first after any accident or injury. Insurance defense attorneys…
What Happens if I am Involved in a South Carolina Car Accident and Have an SR-22 Requirement Already?
In South Carolina, some drivers may be required by the state to file proof of financial responsibility through an SR-22 certificate of insurance. This verifies that an insurance policy is…
Are Cars With Touchscreens More Dangerous?
Over the past 20 years, states, counties, and cities throughout the US have passed laws regulating the use of cell phones while driving. Yet, these laws don’t address another major…
Steinberg Law Firm Promotes Attorney Kelly M. Alfreds to Partner
Kelly M. Alfreds began her career at Steinberg Law Firm 17 years ago, initially serving as a paralegal. Her early experience at the firm kindled a deep-seated passion for law,…
Stay Safe During Airport Drop-Off and Pick-Up
Many people travel during the holidays with trepidation. Statistically, the highest risk of injury in air travel isn’t on the plane. It’s at the airport. Every year, dozens of people…
Don’t Let Travel Dangers Derail Your Holidays
2023 is shaping up to be a record year for winter holiday travel, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). AAA predicts that 115.2 million holiday travelers will take flights…
Pros and Cons of Dashcams in South Carolina
Reckless drivers, distracted drivers, hazards in the road, bad weather: The obstacles that face South Carolina drivers on the road seem to multiply every day. Dash cameras or “dashcams,” long…
Why Do Airport Car Accidents Happen?
Traveling can be stressful, but one often-overlooked aspect of travel is airport car accidents. Airports are bustling hubs of activity, where the excitement and urgency of travel create an increased…
At Airports, You May Be Safer in the Air Than On the Ground
Aviophobia, or fear of flying, affects 2.5 to 6.5 percent of Americans. Often, people fear the lack of control they have in a plane setting. This fear keeps millions of…
Why You Need a Lawyer ASAP After a Trucking Accident
Right after a truck collision, you’re worried about the basics: Getting help, your safety, pain, and injuries. A few days later, you may wonder what the costs of medical care,…
Should I Purchase More Vehicle Insurance Than South Carolina Requires?
Owning a vehicle can be costly, and many drivers choose to purchase the cheapest car insurance coverage. However, like most things in life, you get what you pay for when…
Case Result: Pedestrian Hit By A Truck Settles For $1 Million
Steinberg Law Firm Attorney Taylor Grooms Represents Vacationer Struck by SUV in Crosswalk Near Downtown Charleston Market On August 20, 2021, a couple visiting from California and celebrating their anniversary…
What Should You Do If You See An Out-Of-Control Driver But You’re Not Involved Directly In An Accident?
Everyone who travels on South Carolina roads sees drivers who drive carelessly or recklessly. In some cases, you may see one of these drivers nearly miss a crash; in others,…
Keep Your School Carpool Safe: Know the Risks, Review Your Insurance
During the school year, many South Carolina parents drive to and from school. Parents may give rides not only to their own children but also to the children of neighbors,…