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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.
How to Stay Safe When Driving a Car at Night
/by Peake & FowlerWhether you avoid driving at night when possible or you regularly hit the road after dark, it’s important to prioritize safety. Nighttime accidents are common, but often avoidable. The human body naturally wants to rest at night, causing drowsiness that may make you a more unsafe driver. As long as you know the challenges you […]
The Importance of Keeping Accurate Records in a Personal Injury Case
/by Peake & FowlerWhen you’re recovering from an accident and nursing your injuries, the last thing you want to do is start a file folder of documents, bills, and medical reports. However, doing so is one of the best things you can do for your personal injury claim. The good news is that you don’t have to do […]
The Correlation Between Car Accidents and Mental Health Issues
/by Peake & FowlerMental health issues are incredibly common in the United States, ranging in severity from occasional mild depressive spells to full-blown psychotic disorders that completely disconnect an individual from reality. The connection between car accidents and mental health problems is complicated but important if you are involved in a collision. If another person’s unsafe driving has […]
Are Auto Accidents More Common in Rural or Urban Areas?
/by Peake & FowlerDriving is dangerous, no matter which way you cut it. Statistics indicate that if you drive long enough, you’re likely to be involved in an accident at some point in your life. However, a lot of factors determine your actual accident risk and how safe you really are when you’re behind the wheel. One issue […]
What Does Maximum Medical Improvement Mean in a Personal Injury Case?
/by Peake & FowlerYou’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, and you’re wondering how much your claim is worth—but during your research, you’ve discovered that you can’t really know until you reach “maximum medical improvement.” What is maximum medical improvement, how long does it take, and what does it mean for your claim? This is just one […]
The Connection Between Car Accidents and Aggressive Driving Behaviors
/by Peake & FowlerNo one likes sharing the road with an aggressive driver. Nowadays, though, it’s nearly impossible to avoid them. People have too much on their plates and not enough time to do it all, leading to a rushed and frenzied pace of life that is impossible to sustain. This all tends to come out when you […]
Hazards to Avoid During Summer Vacation
/by Peake & FowlerWhen school lets out for the summer and things slow down a bit, it’s easy to loosen up your usual safety standards—kids may stay out a little bit later, enjoy a bit more screen time, or snack more than usual. However, there are some areas where you truly cannot let your guard down for even […]
Pedestrian Safety and Car Crashes: Understanding the Risks and Preventative Measures
/by Peake & FowlerPedestrian safety is a concern everywhere, but it’s particularly important in the United States. While many other countries have done well in making their communities walkable and safe for pedestrians, the United States is still very car-centric. As a result, pedestrians are at risk of injury even when they go for a casual walk. There’s […]
The Risks and Consequences of Driving While Intoxicated
/by Peake & FowlerImpaired driving is a serious crime that puts everyone around a driver at risk. Despite ever-increasing penalties and the myriad of ways drunk driving can affect an individual, DUI rates have not significantly decreased over the years. This means that thousands of preventable injuries and deaths occur every single year. Have you been hurt in […]
The Impact of Speeding on Motorcycle Crashes and Fatalities
/by Peake & FowlerSpeeding is something so common that people don’t even try to hide it. When they talk about speeding, they talk about how much they go over the limit—not if they do. While speeding is dangerous for anyone on the road, it has a particularly profound impact on motorcyclists’ safety. Not only are motorcyclists more likely […]