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What Information Do I Need to File a Car Accident Claim?
If you have ever had to file a car accident claim, you may be shocked by the number of documents that you need to submit. The insurance company’s main objective is to establish who is at fault for your accident. In order to determine the fault, you must provide relevant...
Do You Have to Have a License to Drive a Golf Cart?
The dangers of driving a golf cart cannot be overstated. Each year, approximately 15,000 people visit the emergency room for golf cart-related injuries. Taking this into account, the South Carolina legislature has implemented strict regulations for those who decide to take a golf cart out for a spin. In this...
Where Can I Legally Drive a Golf Cart in South Carolina?
You can legally drive a golf cart in South Carolina during daylight hours: Within four miles from an entrance to a gated neighborhood On roads that allow speeds of 35 mph at most and within four miles of the golf cart owner’s residence or establishment On any path or secondary...
What If The Driver Who Hits Me Flees The Scene?
It is against the law to hit a person in a motor vehicle crash and leave the scene of an accident. Drivers who flee the site of an accident that involved injury or property damage face penalties, including prison time and hefty fines. By law, they must also compensate you...
If I Ride My Bike at Night, Am I Required to Have Lights on It? What if I Get Hit and I Don’t Have Lights?
The State of South Carolina has laws in place that are designed to protect bicyclists, and these laws include specific light requirements. When you’re on your bike, you don’t have the protective shell of a car to shield you from the life-threatening impact of an accident, which leaves you especially...
Can I Still Recover Damages if I Was Not Wearing a Seatbelt at the Time of the Car Accident?
The State of South Carolina – like other states – requires the occupants of passenger vehicles to wear seatbelts. If you suffered an injury due to another driver in a car accident and weren’t wearing your seatbelt at the time, however, it won’t bar you from seeking compensation, and it...
The Legal Implications of a Hit and Run Accident
It is against the law to leave the scene of a car accident in South Carolina if anyone suffered an injury in the accident or if it caused property damage. Motorists are required to stop, exchange contact information, and render aid as applicable, and this requirement applies to every driver...
How Old Do You Have to Be to Drive a Golf Cart?
While Conway, South Carolina, is a great golf destination, it is not a free-for-all when it comes to driving golf carts. We have all seen children driving golf carts – as if they were toys – a time or two, but it’s important to know that this practice is against...
Learn Your Rights after a South Carolina Car Accident
Being injured by someone else’s negligence in a car accident is a terrifying experience that can leave you facing considerable losses. You have the right to pursue compensation that covers your complete legal damages – or physical, financial, and emotional losses – which generally means filing a claim with the...
How Is a Car Accident Settlement Calculated?
If you’ve suffered an injury due to another driver’s negligence in a car accident, you are entitled to compensation for the physical, financial, and emotional losses you experience. To obtain just compensation, you’ll file a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance provider, and your claim is very likely to be...
How can cars driving at night put motorcycles in danger?
Driving at night presents a unique set of challenges with increased risks. Motorcyclists face certain issues when sharing the road with cars during nighttime journeys. The interplay of various factors creates an environment where motorcycles become more vulnerable to accidents. Diminished visibility One of the most significant challenges for motorcycles...
How to stay safe while biking on vacation
South Carolina, with its charming coastal towns, lush forests and historic landmarks, beckons travelers with its beauty. For biking enthusiasts, it offers a unique opportunity to pedal through scenic landscapes and explore hidden gems. However, with every adventurous undertaking, there comes a responsibility to ensure safety. Sadly, the South Carolina...
How should you brace for a car impact if it is unavoidable?
Despite your best efforts to drive defensively and adhere to traffic rules, the unforeseen can still unfold. One such harrowing scenario is an unavoidable car impact. While you strive to prevent collisions, understanding how to brace for impact becomes important during this time. Maintain control As the realization of a...
What are the most common car accident injuries?
Car crashes may result in a variety of injuries. Some can be severe and create lifelong disabilities and other complications. Depending on your injury, you may need compensation for a variety of expenses, including recovery, therapy and rehabilitation. To give you an idea of the injuries you could suffer, here...
What to do if you get into a car accident on vacation
Getting into a car accident can be a stressful and scary experience, especially when it happens while you are on vacation. If you get into an accident, it can be difficult to know what to do, especially if you are in an unfamiliar location. Before the trip Before your vacation,...
Steps to take after an accident on vacation
An accident can happen anytime, anywhere, even while on vacation. Knowing what to do if you find yourself in this situation can help alleviate stress and ensure you take the necessary steps to protect yourself and your loved ones. Here are some essential steps to take if you get in...
What is the likelihood of a car accident each time you drive?
No one wants to get in a car accident, but travelers understand that taking to the road involves inherent risks. Still, most people do all that is possible to minimize the risk of an accident. One way to stay safe is to understand where dangers lie and avoid them. Consider...
Lesser-known causes of distracted driving
Distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents, but many drivers do not understand the things that contribute to that distraction. In fact, while you might already associate phone calls and personal grooming with distraction, there are many other things that contribute as well. Here are some other causes...
South Carolina driving statistics for 2022
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety keeps track of the incidents that occur along the roadways in the state, publishing information to help inform the public and keep them safe. By studying traffic trends, politicians, law enforcement and motorists can address the most common causes of motor vehicle accidents....
What to do if you get hit by a car while walking
In 2021, 7,845 people died in traffic accidents, while total fatalities were 42,915. Therefore, nearly 19% of those killed in vehicle accidents were pedestrians. This is the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in one year in 40 years. Several factors contribute to the fatality rate among pedestrians, from hazardous weather,...
Five dangerous things other drivers do when they are not drunk
While drunk drivers may cause numerous accidents on South Carolina roadways, many other driving behaviors lead to dangerous crashes, too. No roadway is immune from hazardous drivers. Knowing what to watch for might help drivers avoid collisions. 1. Distracted driving Drivers often like to multitask while in the car. Whether...
Are relaxed trucking regulations putting drivers at risk?
During the pandemic, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA) changed regulations for the trucking industry. These changes allowed drivers to drive for extended periods and eased the restrictions on trainee drivers. These relaxed regulations aimed to prevent a trucker shortage leading to problems with the supply chain. However, the...
Why should victims of bike accidents hold drivers accountable after a crash?
Bikers chose to take their bikes as a mode of transportation or exercise for a number of different reasons. Whether for the physical activity or environmental sustainability or a mix of both, biking is a fun and relatively safe mode of transportation but, like any mode of transportation, it has...
South Carolina car accidents: bus hits truck causing injuries
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is currently investigating a crash that resulted in injuries. According to reports, a pickup was struck by a bus, trapping the truck driver in the vehicle. Car accidents such at this are likely to leave victims with various questions, some of which may include: who...
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