Category: Safety
Rideshare Gone Wrong: 6 Safety Tips
Rideshare services are now commonplace, offering Americans a convenient alternative to hard-to-hail cabs or public transit. A few taps of a mobile device are all it takes to request a ride – but it’s important to remember that services like Uber and Lyft are not without their risks.
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Workers’ Comp vs. Personal Injury
While both Workers’ Compensation and personal injury claims provide benefits for the injured, there are some major differences between the two. West Law Firm’s injury attorneys will first explain these distinguishing factors, then describe when injured workers may be eligible for both.
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Distracted Driving: How the Hands-Free Act Will Impact SC Drivers
Distracted driving claims too many lives on South Carolina roadways, with mobile phone use posing a major threat. But with laws varying from state to state, and changing as new bills are passed, there is often confusion over the policy on phone use while driving.
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Hit-and-Run Accident Defense
Some Berkeley County drivers may assume that leaving the scene of an accident is inexcusable, but there is often more …
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The Importance of Visiting Your Doctor After a Car Accident
Bumps and bruises may seem minor, but could become major issues as time passes. If you have been in a car accident – even a seemingly harmless fender-bender – it is crucial to see a doctor as soon as possible.
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Most Car Accident-Prone Cities: Top 20 Ranking Revealed
The risk of a wreck exists every time you get behind the wheel, but driving in some cities is more dangerous than others. According to Insurify’s most recent findings, many of those cities are right here in South Carolina.
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2021 Planning: Getting Your Estate In Order
Each new year offers a fresh start. Most Americans approach January with a renewed motivation to make improvements – from eating healthier to using their treadmill as more than a clothes hanger. In fact, surveys show that about 60% of Americans make a New Year’s resolution each year.
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Doctor Visit Done Right: What to Ask Your Doc
The doctor’s office is the last place you want to be, especially after a car accident. It doesn’t take a head injury to set your mind spinning, with worries whizzing through your mind as you sit in the waiting room.
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Tips For a Happy & Healthy Halloween
To prevent Halloween from becoming more trick than treat, we’ve provided some festive ways to celebrate while maintaining your social distance!
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Step-by-Step Guide to Pedestrian Safety
Walking may seem like a relaxing, healthy pastime – but it’s not without its dangers. A leisurely stroll around the block could result in dangerous pedestrian accident, proving that two feet are no match for four wheels.
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