Who Is Liable for My Injuries in an Uber and Lyft Car Accident?
Rideshare companies have become increasingly popular due to their convenience and ease of summoning their services. With just a few clicks and swipes on your phone, a driver can be at your door and delivering you to your destination. But …
Jamestown Man Jailed Following Deadly Hit-and-Run
North Charleston Police have arrested a 24-year-old Jamestown man in connection with a deadly hit-and-run involving a pedestrian last month. He has been charged with reckless homicide and leaving the scene of a collision with death after allegedly striking a …
I Was Rear-Ended: Who Is Responsible?
In most car accident cases, the driver who acted negligently is legally responsible for damages. Negligence is generally defined as failing to exercise reasonable care under the circumstances. In rear-end accidents, there’s a strong legal presumption that the rear driver …
Can Prescription Medication Increase Your Car Accident Risk?
Prescription medications help millions of people manage their health issues every day. But some of these same medications could make driving much riskier, even when taken exactly as prescribed. Unfortunately, many drivers never think about this risk until it is …
Top Causes of Uber and Lyft Accidents in Charleston and How to Protect Your Rights
Charleston’s historic charm and busy tourism scene make rideshare services like Uber and Lyft a popular choice for locals and visitors alike. But with more rideshare drivers on the road comes a higher risk of crashes, and determining who’s …
Road Rage and Car Accidents in South Carolina: When Aggression Leads to Injury
We’ve all experienced it: the frustration of heavy traffic, the annoyance of someone cutting you off, or the intimidation of a tailgater. That surge of adrenaline and urge to retaliate is a common human reaction. However, when these everyday frustrations …
Hit by a Distracted Driver: Your Rights and Options in South Carolina
Whether through texting, talking on the phone, eating, or adjusting the radio, distracted driving has turned into an epidemic on South Carolina roads. Anything that takes your mental focus off the hazards in front of you poses serious risks to …
What Happens if I Am in a Car Accident with an Uninsured Driver in Mt. Pleasant?
Getting into a car accident is stressful under any circumstances, but when the at-fault driver doesn’t have insurance, things can become even more complicated. Unfortunately, uninsured drivers are still a reality in South Carolina, including right here in Mt. Pleasant. …
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Charleston?
Losing a loved one is always a deeply emotional experience. When a loved one dies due to the wrongful actions of another, the pain can be compounded by the legal complexities of seeking justice.
In Charleston, South Carolina, a wrongful …
Types of Spinal Cord Injuries from Car Accidents
The spinal cord is the pathway the brain uses to relay messages for movement to the rest of the body. The spinal cord needs to be fully intact for it to effectively serve its purposes. A spinal cord injury affects …