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Peake & Fowler Law Firm, P.A., is located in Columbia, SC and serves clients in and around Newberry, Lexington, Sumter, Allendale, Orangeburg, St. Matthews, Bishopville, Florence, Blythewood, State Park, Eastover, Columbia, Elgin, Irmo, Hopkins, Ridgeway, Lugoff, Ballentine, West Columbia, Kershaw, Camden, Dusty Bend, and Richland County, Lexington County, Calhoun County, Orangeburg County, Sumter County, Kershaw County, Newberry County, Fairfield County, Lee County, Clarendon County and Florence County.
Motorcycle Digest – Whose is at fault for my accident?
/in General /by Charnell PeakeWe Ride……We Understand…… From Peake and Fowler Law Firm, P.A. By Thomas K. Fowler, Jr. Whose is at fault for my motorcycle accident? Typically, that is the first question we hear when discussing a wreck with a client. If you were involved in an accident while riding your motorcycle and you have the same or […]
Should I Have Personal Injury Protection?
/in General /by Charnell PeakeIn addition to the injuries and property damage that you may sustain in a car accident, another complicated element of a crash is determining who will pay for your damages. While South Carolina is an at-fault car insurance state, meaning that drivers are required to hold liability coverage that helps to pay for the accidents […]
Motorcycle Digest – Getting the depreciation you deserve
/in General /by Charnell PeakeWe Ride……We Understand…… From Peake and Fowler Law Firm, P.A. By Thomas K. Fowler, Jr. Be sure you get the depreciation you are entitled to be paid! Don’t let an insurance adjuster talk you into taking less for the depreciation or loss in value your bike has suffered due to being damaged in a wreck. […]
Dangers of Speeding Trucks on South Carolina Highways
/in General /by Charnell PeakeIt’s not a distinction any state wants, but a 2012 survey by Car Insurance Comparison indicated that South Carolina has the most dangerous highways in the nation. Researchers based each state’s danger rating on the following factors: Fatalities attributed to interstate speeding for each mile of interstate Percentage of drivers who do not use seatbelts […]
Store Liability in a Slip and Fall Accident in South Carolina
/in General /by Charnell PeakeRetail stores have an obligation to their customers, vendors, and anyone else who comes on the property to maintain a safe environment. Unfortunately, store staff may get so busy that they neglect this duty or simply forget to remove potential hazards. Neither is a valid reason to put other people in harm’s way. The following […]
Time Limit in South Carolina on Filing an Injury Claim
/in General /by Charnell PeakeIf you have been injured in an accident or have an insurance claim in South Carolina, there are some state laws that could impact the outcome of your case. One of the most important laws relates to how long you have to file an injury claim after an accident. This could depend on the circumstances […]
South Carolina Car Accidents – Car vs. Deer
/in General /by Charnell PeakeLiving in a state like South Carolina that is rich in wildlife has its benefits as well as its risks. According to the latest figures from State Farm, South Carolina ranks No. 12 nationally in the number of deer-related motor vehicle collisions. When a car crash is caused by a deer, you will probably need to […]
Safety Issues Are Causing These Common Playground Injuries in South Carolina
/in General /by Charnell PeakeWhen we take our children to a public park or drop them off at school, we expect them to be safe. Unfortunately, not all facilities can guarantee that your child will come away free from harm. In fact, playground injuries are on the rise and recreation safety has become a hot-button issue over the past […]
When Should I Hire a South Carolina Personal Injury Attorney?
/in General /by Charnell PeakeA personal injury case could cover a wide variety of situations. For example, you might have been injured in a car accident, become hurt from using a company’s products, or been bitten by someone’s dog. All of these are considered personal injury, and you might be tempted to handle your own case depending on the circumstances and […]
Pool Safety and Children in South Carolina
/in General /by Charnell PeakePools are a wonderful way to beat the South Carolina heat, spending an afternoon splashing and playing, providing the kids – and you – with a relatively inexpensive and easy source of entertainment. But pools, as fun as they are, can be a serious danger. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that […]