If you have suffered a recent injury while on the job, you may be eligible for several types of benefits through your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance policy. In South Carolina, state law requires most businesses to carry WC coverage, which may provide...
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How dangerous is extreme heat?
The summer brings high temperatures to South Carolina, and some workers find themselves dealing with the heat during their shift. Heat exhaustion reflects a problem much more severe than being uncomfortable: People die from heat exhaustion, so it becomes imperative...
Distracted driving is more than just texting
Drivers who are paying more attention to their cell phones cause 1.6 million crashes each year, according to the National Safety Council. In fact, 25% of all car wrecks are caused by texting drivers. While texting is a very real and prolific hazard on South Carolina...
Can lane splitting lead to motorcycle accidents?
Motorcycles, often praised for their speed and maneuverability, are cited as an exhilarating mode of travel. Unfortunately, their smaller stature and the temptation of avoiding slow traffic has gotten many riders into dangerous situations resulting in severe...
New parents may not be as safe behind the wheel as they think
If you are a new parent, safe driving may have taken on a new meaning in your life. When you have your little one in the car with you, you may be especially careful, but even when you drive alone, you know that your baby depends on you getting safely home.However, it...
Underride collisions with trucks prove deadly
As the state capital and South Carolina’s second-largest city, Columbia remains an economic hub. With three major interstate highways in the area, motorists share the roads with many big-rig trucks hauling freight from coast to coast. Road safety is essential with...
The steps you must take after a car accident
Crash! And it was no fender-bender. This was not supposed to happen on your commute to work. But now that you are in the middle of a three-vehicle accident, you cannot be passive. Yes, you are going have to let the boss know you will be late, but your priorities are...
How do I file a claim after an accident?
Getting into a car accident, whether it was serious or not, can leave you stunned. You or the other driver could sustain severe injuries even if the accident seemed minor. A long-lasting injury may lead to a pile of medical bills and the possibility of missing work....
How does reckless driving pose a risk on the road?
Reckless driving is a leading cause of car accidents in South Carolina. It occurs when a driver has a disregard for the rules of the road and does dangerous, inattentive or careless maneuvers while behind the wheel. Identifying a reckless driverReckless driving comes...
What is one common reason behind trucking accidents?
Sharing the road with semi-trucks can be intimidating. Their sheer size can make it challenging for you to navigate the road in your own personal vehicle. But it also means that any accident involving a big rig often results in devastating consequences, usually for...