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According to a recent study, South Carolina ranks fourth in the nation for fatal car accidents. In 2020, the state reported 962 fatal crashes, resulting in 20.7 deaths per 100,000 people. This alarming statistic raises questions about road safety in the Palmetto State. Several factors contribute to South Carolina's high fatal car accident rate. First,...

Summer is in full swing, and that means it’s boating season in South Carolina. A day out on the boat is a great way to have fun with family and friends, but out on the water, there’s always the risk of injury. Boat owners, operators, and passengers alike need to put safety first, and swimmers...

Motorcyclists are vulnerable out on the road, and too often, they aren’t even noticed by other drivers. Motorcycle accidents often have a profound and devastating impact on victims, who can suffer very serious and sometimes fatal injuries. Medical bills for treating these injuries and other accident-related expenses can become overwhelming, leading to financial stress. As...

One of the most common causes of car accidents is distracted driving. This is why April has been designated Distracted Driving Awareness Month by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). And when it comes to distracted driving, texting drivers are responsible for causing many serious collisions. Drivers who text often do so at many...

Car accidents in South Carolina often cause serious injuries that require extensive medical care. Overall, roughly 58,000 people each year on average sustain a serious injury in a South Carolina car accident, according to the South Carolina Department of Public Safety. Head and brain injuries are common outcomes in crashes Among those car accident injuries,...

One of the leading causes of all deaths and disabilities is car accidents, according to a recent study conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO), which examined the impact that motor vehicle accidents have worldwide. The same study also explored what types of car accidents are the leading causes of such accidents, as well as...

Discover tips to be a safer driver and avoid car accidents. Many drivers have bad habits that increase the likelihood of being involved in a serious car accident. Whether it’s driving too fast or looking at a cellphone while driving, these bad habits can be very dangerous. That’s why AAA recently encouraged drivers to make...

South Carolina car accident lawyers explain how to stay safe on the road The holiday season in South Carolina should be a festive time of year. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most dangerous times on the road thanks in large part to drunk drivers, who often cause serious car accidents. “The year-end holiday period...

Study reveals some roads in South Carolina are more dangerous than others. South Carolina's state highways have the second-highest car accident fatality rate of any state in the country, according to a recent nationwide traffic safety study conducted by MoneyGeek. And South Carolina isn't alone. State highways are consistently the deadliest type of road in...

If you were involved in a car accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver, you may be concerned about having your damages paid for. The good news is that you can file an uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage (UM/UIM) claim. However, the process is often complex. To help you better understand UM/UIM, the car accident...