Quiz: What Preventable Injuries Are You Most At Risk For During Your Lifetime?
At the end of National Safety Month, we're taking a look at the 4th leading cause of death in United States: preventable injuries. Take this quiz to test your knowledge…
1 in 5 Nursing Home Residents Abused
According to a new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, one in five nursing home residents may suffer abuse at the hands of their roommates or fellow residents….
What Medical Compensation Will I Receive If I Am Injured On the Job?
If you are injured on the job, under South Carolina’s Workers’ Compensation system, you are entitled to all necessary medical treatment that is likely to lessen your disability. This treatment…
Emojis Can Save Lives
Almost every driver on the road these days is a member of some form of social media, whether it’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or one of the many other sites available…
New Rules for Moped Drivers in South Carolina
A new law sent to Gov. Nikki Haley to sign after passing Senate approval on June 2 would require moped drivers to license and register their mopeds in 2017. The…
Summer Travel Safety Tips
Memorial Day weekend was just the beginning of the summer road trip season. If you are heading out on the roads this summer for a family vacation, keep these tips…
Buckle Up: A Few Seconds Could Save a Life
Summer is a time for vacations and trips to the beach, which means more time spent traveling in our vehicles. To make those trips safer, the South Carolina Department of…
South Carolina: Slowing Down for Work Zones
Highway work zones can be a life-threatening place to work, which is why “Peanut’s Law” has been passed in both the South Carolina Senate and House. While this bill would…
The Truth Behind Common Motorcycle Safety Myths
Summer weather means more motorcycle riders take to the roadways to enjoy the season. During this Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, we are debunking some of the most common myths about…
SlideShare: Workers' Compensation–What you Need to Know
Have you been injured while on the job? Knowing what to do next can seem like an enormous task. Luckily, we’ve gathered the important information for you! Click through our…
South Carolina: Stop for School Buses
One of the most common, and un-punishable violations in South Carolina relates to school bus stop arms. The stop arm is there to stop drivers from passing by in order…
Drowning Can Be Silent: Water Safety Awareness
The warm weather in Charleston calls for trips to pools and beaches in order to cool off from the summertime heat. While the water can be refreshing for some, for…
South Carolina to Slow Drivers: Keep Right
When driving on a busy highway, it’s important that everybody on the road keep to a common range of speeds. We all know that a car moving too fast on…
Volkswagen Reaches Settlement with US Government
After undergoing investigations and being hit with hundreds of defective product lawsuits, German automotive company Volkswagen has reached a settlement agreement with the United States government. While the settlement is…
South Carolina Leads Nation in Drunk Driving Deaths
The Department of Transportation recently released a complete report of traffic statistics across all 50 states. Because the data takes time to compile or verify, the numbers are from 2013,…
It's a Bad Idea to "Brake-Check" in South Carolina
“If you rear-end a car, you are always at fault.” This rule of the road gets drilled into our heads from the moment we start driving, often with good reason:…
Dangers of Electrical Defects in Your Car
Many people in Charleston who notice electrical issues in their cars see them as a minor inconvenience, but electrical defects are extremely dangerous safety issues. Electrical defects may happen without…
Attorney Michael Jordan Settles Complicated Injury Case
Recently, Attorney Michael Jordan settled a very complicated claim for $1,000,000.00 for a client that was injured when he was struck by a tractor trailer. His client worked as a…