What Happens With Uber and Lyft Accidents Involving Multiple Vehicles?

Accidents involving Uber or Lyft drivers can be complicated enough when only two vehicles are involved. The complexity increases significantly when three or more cars are part of the crash. Multiple insurance companies may become involved, each attempting to limit …
Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman LLC Named a 2026 Best Law Firm

Our attorneys at Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman LLC (RPWB) are proud to announce that the firm has been named a 2026 “Best Law Firm” for personal injury law by Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-reviewed legal …
Road Debris Caused My Car Accident: What Do I Do?

In most cases, your legal claim for compensation after you have been hurt in a car accident would be against the other driver who was involved in the crash. However, there may be certain rare instances in which there could …
What Are the Different Types of Distracted Driving?

Distracted driving has turned into one of the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents in Charleston and throughout South Carolina. This dangerous behavior involves any activity that diverts a driver’s attention from the primary task of operating a vehicle safely. …
Most Common Car Accident Claims in Charleston

Car accidents are one of the most common causes of personal injury claims in Charleston and across South Carolina. With busy intersections downtown, heavy traffic on I-26 and Highway 17, and an influx of tourists unfamiliar with local roads, crashes …
Why Head-On Collisions Often Lead to Wrongful Death Claims

Head-on collisions are among the deadliest types of motor vehicle accidents in South Carolina. While they account for a small percentage of crashes overall, they have the highest fatality rate of any type of collision. When two vehicles strike each …
Are Elderly Drivers at a Higher Risk for Car Accidents?

South Carolina has long ranked among the most dangerous states for drivers. Recent reports show that the state consistently has one of the highest traffic fatality rates in the country, both per miles traveled and per 100,000 residents. These statistics …
Dealing With Insurance Companies After a Fatal Charleston Car Accident

Losing a loved one in a fatal car accident is devastating, and the aftermath can feel overwhelming. Beyond grief and loss, surviving family members often face unexpected financial burdens—from funeral costs to the loss of household income. While South Carolina …
Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman LLC Attorneys Named to the 2026 Best Lawyers in America List

Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman LLC proudly announces that several of the firm’s attorneys have been named to the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America for their exceptional work in personal injury, mass tort, product liability, antitrust, and other …
Common Causes of Uber and Lyft Accidents in Charleston

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have changed the way people get around, especially in cities like Charleston. But more rideshare vehicles on the road have given rise to an increase in related Uber/Lyft accidents.