Many people in South Carolina and elsewhere choose to ride bicycles, either as a primary means of transportation or for recreation. While riding a bike is good exercise and offers a way to get around while enjoying fresh air and sunshine, those who ride bikes on or...
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Understanding negligence in South Carolina
Most, if not all, medical malpractice and personal injury claims in South Carolina and elsewhere are based on the concept of negligence. When people fail to take proper care in doing something, those injured or otherwise adversely affected by those actions may be...
Are ransomware attacks increasing medical malpractice claims?
All too frequently, reports of ransomware attacks against major companies and government entities fill news headlines. These attacks can bring major corporations to their knees and expose millions of people to identity theft and more. Ransomware attacks have been...
Attorney focus areas in the Upstate
Most people who practice law are focused, educated and have the ability to adapt and learn as the situation demands. However, the direction of that focus and aptitude also plays a role in which cases a specific lawyer or firm may excel at handling. The Upstate has no...
How to store your fireworks safely
Perhaps you bought your fireworks on July 4 and discovered at the end of the night that you had bought too many. No problem - you can save them for another holiday or even for next July 4. However, if they are stored improperly, that could mean property damage and...
Understanding dangerous driving
When you are out on the road, you need to be able to keep yourself and your passengers safe. That means knowing everything you can about how to operate your vehicle and putting that knowledge into practice in ways that help you minimize risk. For the most part, people...
Most common causes of accidents in Greenville
Car accidents happen so often on the roads in Greenville that it is not uncommon for you to see them on a daily basis. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, there were 1,399 fatal motor vehicle wrecks in South Carolina in 2015. Knowing...
Identifying the signs of nursing home abuse and neglect
Nursing homes are great options for Greenville seniors who are no longer capable of living safely on their own. However, they can also be a source of harm. Many seniors are injured and die from episodes of nursing home abuse and neglect each year. As a relative of an...
Wet weather safety tips
The mix of cold temperatures and wet weather often creates nightmarish driving conditions for motorists. According to the AAA Exchange, each year the number of car accidents that occur from wet pavement is almost 1.2 million. To keep yourself from becoming a...