Category: Premises Liability

Workplace accidents occur every day in various industries throughout the United States and here in South Carolina. Falls are one of the most common types of workplace accidents. Commonly Used Statistics provided by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reveal that…

Halloween can be one of the most fun nights of the year, with costumes, parties, decorations and trick-or-treating. But it’s also important to take steps to keep kids and your home safe when the ghosts and goblins come out to…

Many children are enjoying the freedom of summer this June. With kids out of school, it’s a good time to check around the house for anything that might affect their safety. June also marks the National Safety Council’s National Safety Month,…

Falls happen to almost everyone at some point. While some falls are not a big deal, others can cause serious injuries or even death. Slips, trips and falls are a common cause of injuries and deaths in the workplace. Most are preventable…

Originally published 6.30.14 Dog bites are scary and dangerous — especially for young children, who are more at risk for dog bites than any other age group. The injuries are often costly in terms of medical bills, pain and emotional…

At least 18 people are recovering from injuries they suffered when a deck collapsed at an oceanfront inn on Pawleys Island on Friday, June 6. One of the victims suffered a leg injury that required surgery, the inn’s owners said…

Many Americans unknowingly live near buildings that store hazardous chemicals as dangerous as the ammonium nitrate at the West, Texas, fertilizer plant that blew up in April and destroyed nearby homes and businesses. By now, Americans across the country have…

After a certain age, I decided to forego the pleasures of most amusement park rides, as the residual effects began to outweigh the fun and excitement of the rides. However, the other members of my family, as with many families, still…