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Trucking Accidents: What You Need to Know and the Best Ways to avoid an Accident with a Big Rig
/in personal injury, Truck Accidents /by Peake & FowlerAnytime someone is involved in a motor vehicle accident, there is the risk of serious injuries and in the worst cases, fatalities. Accidents involving larger vehicles such as commercial trucks bring an event greater risk of serious and catastrophic injuries because of the sheer size and weight of the vehicle(s) involved. This is especially true […]
The Dangers of Seat Back Failures in an Auto Accident
/in General /by Peake & FowlerThe seats inside of vehicles play a major role in the safety of drivers and passengers. For decades, consumer safety advocates have lobbied state governments to make wearing seat belts mandatory. Today, almost all states have mandatory seat belt laws, and in South Carolina, failure of any driver or passenger age 6 or older to […]
Should I seek Medical Attention after a Rear End Collision?
/in General /by Peake & FowlerThousands of individuals are injured in motor vehicle crashes each day. Many of these injuries are minor, but some are more serious and even catastrophic. Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of vehicle crashes, accounting for approximately one-third of all auto accidents. A rear-end crash can happen just about anywhere, and there are […]
Drowsy Driving and Truck Accidents
/in car accident /by Peake & FowlerTruck drivers have a difficult and stressful job. They drive for long hours over-the-road, and they are frequently under pressure to deliver their loads on schedule. With these types of conditions, many truckers stay on the road longer than they should, making them susceptible to fatigue, drowsy driving, and even falling asleep at the wheel. […]
How Damages are Calculated in South Carolina Accidents
/in personal injury /by Peake & FowlerWhen someone is injured or killed due to the negligence or reckless actions of another party, the party at-fault is responsible to fully compensate the injury victim (or their loved ones) for the losses. The term most commonly used for compensation from personal injury is “damages”. Some types of damages are quantifiable and fairly easy […]
Losing your Spouse in a Workplace Accident
/in workplace accident /by Peake & FowlerIt’s the call that every married person dreads. The call from your spouse’s employer informing you that they have been killed in a serious accident at work. Your heart sinks, your mind races, and you are left shocked, confused, and wondering what to do next. “How did this happen so fast?” You wonder. “I never […]
When a Workplace Accident Falls Outside of Workers’ Compensation
/in General /by Peake & FowlerWhen you suffer an injury or illness at work, the first recourse is usually to file a workers’ compensation claim to pay for your medical expenses, time missed from work, disability benefits, and related expenses. In South Carolina, almost all companies that have four or more employees are required to carry workers’ comp insurance. If […]
5 Most Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries
/in personal injury /by Peake & FowlerTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 150 Americans die each day from TBI. Those who survive this condition often have to deal with its effects for the rest of their lives. The impact of […]
How to Deal with Uninsured Motorists in an Auto Accident
/in uninsured motorist /by Peake & FowlerIf you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident that resulted from the negligence or reckless actions of another party, you have a right to compensation. Normally, you would recover compensation from the insurer for the responsible party. There are times, however, when the party at-fault is uninsured or does not have adequate insurance […]
How to Avoid Accidents with School Buses
/in General /by Peake & FowlerSchool bus accidents are some of the most severe and deadly that occur on South Carolina roadways. The sheer size of the vehicle and the fact that they are usually transporting numerous children as passengers increases the likelihood of serious injuries resulting from a bus crash. School bus crashes are sometimes the fault of the […]