It can be hard to know where to turn when you are looking for reliable information about pursuing a personal injury claim in South Carolina.
You may be wondering whether you should accept the insurance company’s settlement offer or hire an attorney to negotiate on your behalf. Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers's website has many informative articles regarding many of the questions you may have about your claim.
We offer articles on a wide range of subjects from the personal injury legal process to workers' compensation questions and beyond. Browse our free legal library to learn more about car, truck, and motorcycle accidents—as well as other kinds of personal injury claims—in South Carolina.
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Why You Need to Protect Yourself By Buying Car InsuranceThe book "3 Feet From Disaster" by Dirk Derrick explains the importance of having the right car insurance to protect you and your family.
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What Not to Do After an AccidentAn experienced personal injury attorney will be capable of handling many aspects unique to each case. The goal is to help the victim avoid these mistakes.
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What is a mild traumatic brain injury?A mild traumatic brain injury is caused by a blow or jolt to the head that disrupts the function of the brain. It is often used interchangeably with concussion.
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Preventing a Spinal Cord InjurySpinal cord injuries are most often the result of unexpected accidents. However, certain factors can increase an individual's risk factor.
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Why are motorcycle deaths on the rise? What can be done to help prevent them?Motorcycle deaths are on the rise. Multiple factors can lead to an increase in motorcycle-related traffic accidents.
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Sharing the Road Safely with Large TrucksOccupants of a car, usually the driver, sustain 78 percent of all fatalities in traffic accidents involving large trucks. Click here to learn more.
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Preventing Traumatic Brain InjuriesUnlike most neurological disorders, traumatic brain injuries can be prevented by following certain safety procedures and taking precaution during activities.
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Interacting Safely with Commercial Motor VehiclesThe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and its affiliate program, TACT (Targeting Aggressive Cars and Trucks) attempts to curtail aggressive...
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Spinal Cord InjuryMotor vehicle accidents account for forty percent of all new spinal cord injuries that occur every year. This article outlines information about...
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Motorcycle helmets do not significantly interfere with vision or hearing of ridersA study has demonstrated that wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle does not significantly interfere with the rider's ability to see, hear or respond.
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What is distracted driving?Distracted driving is any non-driving activity a person engages in that has the potential to distract him or her from the primary task of driving.
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Are motorcycles safe?Motorcycle fatalities represent approximately 11 percent of all highway fatalities each year.