Auto Safety

While an accident between two passenger vehicles is always a traumatic event, an accident between a passenger vehicle and a commercial truck can be even more devastating because of the truck’s sheer size. In the event you’re in a truck accident, determining liability can be challenging because trucking companies often have determined legal teams fighting for them. It’s important to understand how you can prove the truck driver’s or trucking company’s negligence so you can receive the compensation you deserve.

Gathering Effective Evidence

Photographs. If you’ve received medical attention after the crash and are able to, take as many pictures from as many different angles as possible of the crash scene. You’ll want photographic evidence of all damages to your vehicle, as well as the truck. It’s also a good idea to document the road conditions, any traffic signs, and the general location. [Read more…] about How is Fault Determined in a Truck Accident?

A single devastating motorcycle accident can negatively impact the lives of many people. With hundreds of motorcycle crash fatalities occurring each year in South Carolina, it begs the question what can be done to improve motorcycle safety and save lives.

The Dangers of Riding a Motorcycle

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, motorcycle accident deaths in South Carolina account for 7.7 percent of all traffic fatalities each year. The majority of these accidents involved another vehicle.

Many motorcyclists are responsible, safe riders. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always matter when negligent drivers are on the road. Motorcycle accidents can occur when other drivers speed, shift lanes without checking their blind spots, or drive under the influence.

Motorcyclists can also claim some of the responsibility for wrecks. South Carolina reported having issues with unlicensed, untrained, and intoxicated riders. Also, 75 percent of unhelmeted motorcycle accidents result in fatalities. Helmets are required for individuals under 21 and encouraged for anyone older. [Read more…] about How Can We Improve Motorcycle Safety in South Carolina?

Written by: Reginald C. Hair

As personal injury attorneys, we occasionally come into contact with clients that were offered money by the at-fault party at the scene of a car wreck. For drivers that have been in a car wreck before, taking the money can be tempting to avoid the stress and hassle of dropping your car off at a body shop, requesting a rental car, and dealing with two insurance companies. Maybe you do not want to call the police and report the wreck because you are driving an uninsured vehicle yourself. There are three main reasons why you should not let your impatience and/or fear get the best of you in this situation.

Confirming Identity of At-Fault Driver

If you and the at-fault party are both in a rush to leave the scene of the wreck, the at-fault party may provide you with incorrect contact information. Maybe he has a horrible driving record. He could be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. These are both factors that a personal injury attorney could use to help increase the value of your case if you choose to hire one. [Read more…] about Accepting Money at the Scene of a Car Wreck

Everyone knows that city driving can often be stressful. You’re trying to account for the traffic while you have to watch for weaving cars, cyclists, and pedestrians. If you’re a resident of a city, you may claim that you live in the city with the worst drivers. And with worst drivers comes the consequences: Car accidents.

If you’ve been in a car accident, you can seek help. A Columbia, SC car accident injury lawyer from The Solomon Law Group will help you with your car accident claim. We’ll do everything to get you the compensation you need. [Read more…] about How Do South Carolina Drivers Rank in Comparison to Drivers Nationwide?

A hit-and-run accident causes the shock and devastation of a regular car accident but adds more stress because the other driver isn’t present to deal with the aftermath. You may begin to worry about affording medical bills, recovering from injuries, and if you’ll have to miss work. But you can seek help.

A Columbia hit-and-run accident lawyer from The Solomon Law Group will stand by your side and make your rights a priority. Our lawyers are skilled and experienced in these types of cases and won’t settle early or for less than what you deserve. [Read more…] about How Do the Police Investigate a Hit-and-Run Accident?

One way to make a change of direction on a roadway is to perform a sharp left turn called a “U-turn”.  A U-turn is the fastest way a driver can begin driving in the opposite direction.  But because this maneuver can be dangerous in the wrong situation or in the wrong spot, many states regulate when and where it can be performed.

U-turns are legal in the state of South Carolina at intersections where there are no posted signs prohibiting them.  A driver must be in the extreme left lane to perform a legal U-turn.  Performing a U-turn from any other lane is not permitted. [Read more…] about South Carolina U-Turn Laws