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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.
The Importance of Getting a Lawyer Involved Early in a Car Accident
/by Peake & FowlerWhat are your top priorities after a car accident? You need to get your car fixed (or replace it if it was totaled), make sure you get checked out for injuries and report the accident to your car insurance company. But what about talking to an attorney? If you plan on hiring a lawyer to […]
Golf Cart Accidents Can Result in Significant Damages
/by Peake & FowlerOn a golf course, you have a couple of options for getting around. Some prefer to walk from hole to hole, getting a little bit of time to think and regroup before hitting the next hole. When you think about doing that 17 times in a single game, it’s no wonder that many people opt […]
Why You Shouldn’t Give an Insurance Adjuster Your Health History
/by Peake & FowlerYou’ve been involved in an accident, and the other party’s insurance has already been in touch with you. They seem helpful and they even want to know the extent of your injuries—so they ask for access to your medical records. All you have to do is sign this form and send it right back. Stop—do […]
Facial Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents
/by Peake & FowlerFacial injuries aren’t very common in passenger vehicle crashes, since standard vehicles offer a lot of protection from the road, other vehicles, and other obstacles. Unfortunately, that same level of protection does not exist for motorcyclists. When a biker is in a crash, their chances of facial injuries are extremely high. These injuries are often […]
The Importance of the Accident Reconstruction Specialist for Your Case
/by Peake & FowlerIf your car accident case is especially complex or contentious, your attorney may need to bring in outside experts to help prove your claim and get the compensation you deserve. One of the most commonly used resources is an accident reconstruction specialist. To learn more about the role of an accident reconstruction specialist in your […]
Using Electronic Logging Devices for Your Truck Accident Claim
/by Peake & FowlerTruck accidents are not only far more dangerous than passenger vehicle crashes, but they are also much more complicated than other types of accidents. There are additional parties involved and other sources of evidence that may not be available in other types of collisions. While this can make your claim a little more difficult, it […]
Obtaining Fair Compensation After a Disfigurement Injury
/by Peake & FowlerWhen you’re hurt in a car accident, dog attack, or fall, the damage is often immediately noticeable. For most victims, it’s also temporary—while they may carry the mental trauma of the accident with them for years to come, they’re often lucky enough to make a full physical recovery. Those who suffer disfiguring injuries are forced […]
Getting Fair Compensation for Nerve Damage After a Car Accident
/by Peake & FowlerYou were in a car accident, but you were pretty sure it was minor. But now, days later, your fingers are still tingling when you wake up each morning, and your right arm is incredibly sensitive to touch. You may have suffered nerve damage in the crash, and it’s important to seek medical treatment as […]
How Fitness Tracker Data May Help Your Auto Accident Case
/by Peake & FowlerYou use your fitness tracker to monitor your workouts, physical health, and activity level. Did you know it can also be useful in a car accident claim? The wealth of information held in your fitness tracker can provide evidence that the accident happened and that it negatively affected your overall health. Your fitness tracker could […]
How Wheelchair Ramps Can Be Dangerous
/by Peake & FowlerDisability rights have improved substantially in recent decades, but many people with disabilities still face accessibility issues in private and public facilities. In some cases, this is because of a complete lack of adaptive equipment. In others, it’s because the adaptive equipment is unsafe or unusable. Consider wheelchair ramps: while they are an incredibly important […]