Year: 2021

When most people think of fireworks, they think of the big fireworks their city shoots off for the 4th of July holiday. When they hear about fireworks malfunctioning and causing injuries, they are probably thinking of these kinds of fireworks as…

Because bicycles often share the road with vehicles, it can be very dangerous for bicyclists when drivers are distracted or not paying attention, especially in low light conditions when it may be harder to see bicyclists. Part of being a…

A recent report in a safety publication for employers points out that much of the cost of a worker’s job-site injury is indirect and often hidden. These costs are out-of-pocket for the employer, while the direct costs of an employee’s…

Many pet owners choose not to confine their pets in crates whenever they bring them into their cars. In fact, while 84% of pet owners have driven with their dogs in their cars, only 16% use any form of pet restraint system….

Nearly every state, including South Carolina, has workers’ compensation laws requiring most employers to provide compensation for medical expenses and wages when their employers are injured at work or while performing work duties. However, one group of workers that is…

Aggressive driving is unsafe behavior that puts everyone sharing South Carolina roads at risk and leads to serious accidents. Aggressive driving involves deliberate acts such as speeding, tailgating, weaving lanes, running red lights, blocking other cars, and making rude gestures. When…

It’s nearly Memorial Day, which means plenty of South Carolinians will be celebrating the long weekend out on the water. However, it also raises the question, is it okay to drink while boating? In South Carolina, determining this answer can…

When you are injured by someone else’s negligence, you can often pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. When you are injured in an accident at work, you can get compensation for your medical bills and partial wage replacement through…