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What is Social Security Disability?

Social Security Disability is a social insurance program that provides income and financial assistance to disabled individuals. The program is administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and is available to U.S. citizens and some legal residents who have paid into the Social Security system through payroll taxes. Applicants for Social Security Disability benefits must […]

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What is Workers’ Compensation?

Most workers are protected by workers’ compensation if they are injured on the job. Workers’ compensation is a system of benefits that provides medical care and income replacement to employees who are injured in the course of their employment. In most cases, workers’ compensation is mandatory in all states, meaning employers must provide coverage for […]

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What is Social Security Disability?

Social Security Disability (SSD) is a benefit that is paid to individuals who are unable to work because of a physical or mental disability. To qualify for SSD, an individual must have a physical or mental condition that: is expected to last at least one year or result in death, and prevents the individual from […]

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Can a Pedestrian Be at Fault for a Crash?

Accidents between cars and pedestrians can be especially dangerous because cars are so much bigger and heavier than a person crossing the street. The pedestrian can suffer more injuries because they get hurt when the car hits their body and then again when their body hits the ground. When it comes to car vs. pedestrian [...]

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A Guide to Social Security Disability Support in South Carolina

If you are frustrated by an inability to work due to a disability, you may be one of the over 60,000 individuals living in the United States that qualify for Social Security disability support. This type of government-issued support falls within two categories: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Which program [...]

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Emma’s Law Reforms DUI Punishments in South Carolina

Legislators in South Carolina had great success in DUI reform this summer. South Carolina, previously criticized for being lax on drunk driving offenses, passed “Emma’s Law,” a law requiring an interlock device to start cars for DUI offenders. The law is named in honor of a 6-year-old girl killed by a drunk driver on New [...]

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What if I’m in an Accident While Test Driving a Vehicle?

Buying a new (or new-to-you) car is a huge financial investment. Before you commit to taking out an auto loan or forking over thousands of dollars, you want to be sure that a vehicle is the right fit for you. Maybe you already did your research before you ever got to the dealership. While research [...]

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Workers’ Compensation Claims: Not Just For Manual Labor

Many people, incorrectly, attribute workers’ compensation claims only to those in dangerous, labor-intensive, manual labor-type occupations. However, the vast majority of employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, regardless of the relative level of danger involved in that particular job description. In fact, according to the “rule of thumb” the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation [...]

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What to Do After an Auto Part Recall

When you invest in a vehicle, you expect it to stay in good working condition for the foreseeable future. You do everything within your ability to make sure that it does, including taking it in for regular oil changes, maintaining proper air pressure in the tires, and keeping up with recommended maintenance. These proactive measures [...]

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Local Attorney Speaks Out to Improve Services for Victims of Crime

Columbia attorney Carl L. Solomon was among the speakers featured recently at three one-day seminars sponsored by The National Center for Victims of Crime. These seminars were offered free to professionals in South Carolina who deal with crime victims. The training seminars, titled Civil Justice for Victims of Crime in South Carolina, were geared toward educating […]

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