South Carolina Medical Malpractice Attorneys

After an accident or work injury, the law firm you choose can shape your entire claim. Large national firms may have name recognition and big advertising budgets, but bigger isn’t always better. Many injured people in South Carolina want something…

Families place enormous trust in nursing homes and healthcare providers. You expect your elderly loved one to receive safe treatment, respectful care, and attention to medical needs. Yet problems arise across the nursing home industry. Some residents suffer neglect, while…

People facing a legal problem often search online for answers before calling a lawyer. That makes sense because search engines, legal websites, and even artificial intelligence offer fast access to explanations, summaries of laws, and step-by-step answers in seconds. The…

The South Carolina legislature is once again embroiled in a heated debate over tort reform, particularly with the introduction of Bill S.244. Proponents claim this bill will create a more favorable business climate by limiting liability, but the reality is…

As Managing Partner of Joye Law Firm Injury Lawyers, I’ve had the privilege of overseeing our growth over the last 30 years. During that span, we’ve seen tremendous growth at our law firm from four lawyers in one office to 21…

Columbia, South Carolina’s vibrant capital city, is home to nearly 140,000 residents and growing fast. Whether you’re a new mover or a long-time resident, being aware of the metropolitan’s most dangerous intersections can help you stay safe on the road….

Columbia, South Carolina is a bustling education hub, with institutions like the University of South Carolina shaping the city’s vibrant culture. Amidst the energetic flow of students and visitors, the potential for car accidents on college campuses is a genuine…

When we talk about holding people liable when they harm other people, we often talk about “negligence.” The injury victim needs to prove that the at-fault party was negligent, meaning they didn’t take reasonable care to prevent harm. In a…

Personal injury cases are usually David-and-Goliath stories. They’re about average people hurt by the careless or deliberate negligence of a large corporation, or dismissed by a faceless insurance adjuster. So hiring a personal injury lawyer to defend you is already…

Cerebral palsy is a congenital disorder (a medical condition that is present at or before birth) that affects muscle tone, posture, and movement. However, while cerebral palsy affects the body, it’s actually a result of brain damage, causing the brain…

Annually in South Carolina, dozens of workers are injured on the job. Despite the fact that many of these accidents involve blue-collar workers such as construction workers, other professions like healthcare workers, manufacturing employees, and even office workers are also at…

South Carolina’s latest yearly count of motor vehicle accidents reported nearly 1,000 fatalities and more than 60,500 nonfatal injuries in traffic accidents. Both fatalities and nonfatal injuries declined slightly from the prior year, according to the SC Department of Public Safety (SCDPS). “Almost…

Blog by attorney Ken Harrell I have just finished Andre Agassi’s autobiography, “Open.” Never was a book more aptly named. I can’t say that I ever gave a lot of thought to Agassi during the height of his career.  If you…

Is South Carolina a No-Fault or At-Fault State? What Does this Mean for Drivers in Accidents? Car accidents are an unfortunately common occurrence in South Carolina, and can happen to even the safest and most experienced of drivers. While traffic,…

South Carolina residents in search of a nursing home for a loved one should know that the federal government provides a variety of data about local nursing homes online. It identifies a Columbia nursing home and another in Charleston as among the…

The abduction and murder of a USC student in Columbia raises awareness of the importance of taking safety precautions when using ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft. Joye Law Firm Injury Lawyers, like others across Columbia and the nation, offers heartfelt…

The headline is dismaying: “Hospitals know how to protect mothers. They just aren’t doing it.” The premise of the 5,000-word USA Today report is stunning: “The vast majority of women in America give birth without incident. But each year, more than 50,000…

According to the South Carolina Department of Public Safety’s most recent Traffic Collision Fact Book, one car accident happens approximately every 4.4 minutes in South Carolina, which translates into one injury every 9.9 minutes and one death every 10.6 hours. Because…

Any time you are in a vehicle traveling along the roadway, you can be involved in a car accident and suffer serious injuries. It does not matter if you are a driver or a passenger in a vehicle – adverse weather conditions,…

If you are injured in a car accident, you could find yourself facing steep expenses like high medical bills, months of lost wages and missed career opportunities, and numerous “pain and suffering” expenses like the need for transportation help, medical supplies,…

South Carolina Car Accident Attorneys Helping Clients Injured in North Charleston, Clinton, Columbia, and Myrtle Beach If you were recently involved in a car accident in Clinton, SC and sustained injuries along with damage to your vehicle, you are probably in the…

If you’ve recently been injured in a car accident in South Carolina it is important to be aware that your best interests may not align with your insurance company’s objectives. For example, if the driver who caused your car crash (i.e. the at-fault…

Suffering an injury or loss caused by someone else’s negligence can turn your world upside down. Whether it’s from a slip and fall, a vehicle collision, or something else, you’re now dealing with physical pain, emotional hardships, and mounting expenses….

South Carolina law requires drivers to have car insurance. It’s a financial obligation that often changes without warning. One day, you’re paying the usual amount. The next, your bill is higher. No notice. No clear reason. These changes are not…

South Carolina Car Accident Lawyers Serving Clients in Myrtle Beach, Clinton, Charleston, and Columbia Should I Invest in a Dash Camera for My Car So I Can Record in Case of an Accident? Many South Carolina drivers have heard about…

In the aftermath of a South Carolina car crash or other personal injury accident, hesitation can be costly. Delaying in seeking medical treatment, for instance, can result in minor and easily-treatable injuries developing complications and requiring much more aggressive treatment. Similarly, hesitating…

If you are injured in a car accident, you might consider seeking compensation for your damages through a personal injury claim. This is an insurance claim that you can file with the negligent party’s automobile insurance provider to seek compensation for…

While eating right, getting plenty of exercise, and avoiding unhealthy behaviors can go a long way towards maintaining your good health, many of us still require prescription medications for the treatment of temporary illnesses and permanent, chronic conditions. The right…

Many South Carolina personal injury cases are settled without the need for a trial. While not every lawsuit can be settled, it is frequently in the best interests of all of the parties involved to resolve the matter outside of court. It…

During surgery and other invasive medical procedures, patients are often administered anesthesia. This is a vital part of the process, as anesthesia will help to dramatically reduce a patient’s pain. However, it is important to note that anesthesia is a…

South Carolina Eminent Domain Lawyers Defending Residents of Charleston If you live in the Charleston, SC area, it is possible that you have heard the term eminent domain in relatively recent news reports or have read about it in local…

The dog is man’s best friend, but sometimes, dogs turn vicious. Around 885,000 people are bitten by dogs every year, over half of whom are children. Dog owners have the responsibility to make sure that their animals do not injure…

Many of South Carolina’s largest industries pose a risk to workers from asbestos exposure. People who work or worked in mining, power generation, textile, shipbuilding, and ship repair industries are among those most at risk for asbestos-related diseases, which have…

  Dogs can be furry, cute, and loyal companions. But dogs also bite about 4.5 million Americans each year, many of them young children. Dog bites can cause serious injuries, especially if the bite is near the face or neck.  …

  Medical malpractice occurs in hospitals, medical centers and clinics across the nation every day. It also occurs in Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals– and just as frequently. In fact, a recent study shows that the VA has paid out an…

An Army veteran who suffered brain damage and the amputation of his leg after a routine procedure at a VA Medical Center in St. Louis was awarded $8.3 million in federal court, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported recently. This case…

Medical malpractice is a terrible experience for both doctors and patients. But while nobody wants to go through this ordeal, it is actually more common than many realize. According to a report published by BMJ Open, researchers at the Royal College…

Recently, the Wisconsin State medical board has been under scrutiny for not disciplining doctors who make serious errors. Unfortunately, Wisconsin is not the only state facing a negative assessment in this area. South Carolina is also on the radar. A national advocacy group has…