Category - Personal injury
Fireworks Safety Tips
Fireworks are a fun spectacle to celebrate special occasions, but can also be incredibly dangerous when handled improperly. Because of the risks fireworks can pose, June has been designated as…
Summer Fun Gone South
With the kids out of school, they have nothing but time on their hands. It’s easy to send the little ones outside to play, and not think twice about it,…
Hardest Part of Going to Trial as a PI Victim?
The majority of personal injury victims settle their cases before they ever go to trial. In some cases, though, going to trial is necessary. If your personal injury lawyer has…
Signs That You Have a Concussion
Concussions are one of the most common injuries sustained from a car accident. However, without proper medical care, people may not always be aware of the injury right away, and…
What is Whiplash? Information From an Auto Accident Attorney
Whiplash, also known as cervical acceleration-deceleration (CAD) syndrome, is the most common injury associated with an auto accident. The Mayo Clinic describes whiplash as “a neck injury due to forceful,…
If You are Hurt, You Deserve Benefits
Some people who are hurt on the job are pressured right from the start to make certain decisions. Maybe that decision is to not pursue workers’ compensation benefits. Or maybe…
Wheelchair Accidents
When we think of wheelchairs, we may think about the added mobility and freedom they can provide to injured and disabled people. We don’t tend to consider the estimated 300,000…
Meeting for Drinks? Getting Home Safely During COVID-19
As some restrictions lift and businesses reopen, you may consider meeting a friend or family member for a drink to catch up (while socially distancing). Before making plans, be sure…
Slip and Fall Injuries on Private Property
Fall rhythms feel a little different this year. Though gatherings may be limited or taken outdoors with social distancing in mind, you may still plan to visit a friend’s private…
National Concussion Awareness Day
The national conversation around concussion has grown significantly in recent years. Although competitive sports may come to mind (and for good reason given the statistics), the risk of concussion extends…
How Should I Handle Social Media During A Personal Injury Lawsuit?
For most people, spending time on social media is an everyday part of life. It can be used professionally and personally with a wide variety of platforms to choose from….
How Typical Defective Product Claims Play Out
Top Personal Injury Attorney Statistics According to statistics from top personal injury attorneys, thousands of people every year are injured or killed because of dangerous or defective products. In Charleston,…
What Are Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries?
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) are a significant public health concern and a common issue in personal injury law. Understanding these causes is important for both prevention and legal action in…
How is Pain and Suffering Calculated?
If you have suffered an injury in an accident, you may have sustained any number of injuries. Notwithstanding a pile of medical bills and lost income, you may experience pain…
How Long Will My PI Settlement Take to Settle?
If someone else’s negligence causes you to be injured, the wait for compensation can interfere with your ability to reach your fullest recovery, which makes the timing of your settlement…
What Are the Signs of a TBI?
Because traumatic brain injuries – or TBIs – affect the brain, they are some of the most serious and seriously unpredictable injuries you can sustain in an accident, and the…
How Serious are Brain Injuries?
Traumatic brain injuries are a leading cause of disability and death in the United States, leading to about 190 deaths per day. In 2021, there were 69,000 fatalities caused by…