Fender Benders: Do You Need to Call an Attorney?

minor car accident

Oftentimes, these incidents occur when somebody is stuck in rush-hour traffic and, while inching forward, either accidentally hits the car in front, or is hit by the car behind. In many cases, those involved in the minor accident will step out of their cars, look at the damage and see none. They may take note of how they themselves feel, not noticing anything out of the ordinary. In many cases, they may simply shake hands and head off without taking down any information.

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South Carolina Is Second in the Country for DUI Deaths

The most common cause of death in the US for people between the ages of five and 24 is car crashes, and a large percentage of accidents are caused by impaired driving. Drunk driving is a serious problem across the entire country, but some states have a bigger issue than others when it comes to DUI deaths.

Unfortunately, a report from the security company SafeWise found that South Carolina has the second highest rate of DUI deaths per capita.

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The Dangers of Driving While Live Video Streaming (2020)

First time offenders of the new bill face a $50 fine, and second-timers double to $100. For three or more offenses, the cost goes up to $150 per offense. More than 12 other states have passed similar laws. The majority of them reportedly experiencing a decrease in traffic-related deaths.

A crucial aspect of this type of legislation is the factor of live video streaming.

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3 Things You Need to Know About How to Find an Attorney in Charleston, SC

Not all lawyers are the same. Finding an attorney without enough experience or knowledge to effectively protect your legal interests in and out of the courtroom, can be easy. Just do a simple Google search and list of law firms will magically appear. But how do you really know if the one you choose will be aggressive, competitive, and reliable?

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There’s No Second Chance to Make a First Impression

George knows this lesson all too well as this story will tell.  As the General Manager of Knight Printing and Graphics he greatly expanded the business. Knight Printing and Graphics does business as The 4 Elliotts, Inc. Maria and Elliott Scott own the business. Maria is the CEO.

In a move that will ring familiar with readers, Maria hired a consultant. Soon afterwards, she decided to replace George as General Manager with the consultant. The company terminated George in 2016. 

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The Takata Airbag Recall: Plans for Safety in a Car Accident Might Explode in Your Face

If you own a vehicle with a Takata airbag, you could be putting your life in the wrong hands. Imagine the shock of an auto collision; the impact of steel and fiberglass at 25 miles per hour.

Now, imagine that your accident was a minor fender bender. The most trusted safety feature, the airbag, deployed. And when it deployed, it exploded . Shrapnel from the sudden failure blew into your face and body.

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What Did the Doctor Say to the Insurance Company?

Imagine this:

Jane is a young woman driving herself home from work after a long day. She is exhausted and distracted by her workload. As she approaches a traffic light, the message notification on her phone dings. She quickly glances down instinctively. It’s her husband asking what she what wants to do for dinner.

In that moment, as Jane is trying to multitask between driving, handling her job stress, and her dinner plans, the light changes from green to yellow, then red. But, Jane isn’t paying attention and she passes through the light.

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