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Summer is a popular time for tourists to visit Hilton Head South Carolina. The tourist season means more cars on the road driven by people unfamiliar with local roadways. This influx of traffic can put motorcycle riders at substantial risk of serious injuries or even fatalities. Motorcycle accidents can, and should, be prevented with careful driving on...

After a recent, deadly accident, WYFF4 reported a a South Carolina state trooper said that most collisions in the area are fender benders and/or rear-end accidents which happen when people aren't paying attention. Rear-end accidents are very common on South Carolina roads, and those accidents endanger motorists. Usually, it is the rear driver who is to...

Young children can face significant risks in motor vehicle accidents if they are not properly restrained. There are already laws in place in South Carolina imposing certain requirements for using equipment aimed at keeping young children safe in the event of car accidents. Some lawmakers, however, do not believe the current roles go far enough...

Law change spurred by tragic accident involving tow truck driver In the wake of a tragedy, South Carolina legislators are currently working to strengthen the state's "move-over law" to protect tow truck operators. Last November, Eddie Mills, the owner of Mills Towing in Greer, was struck and killed by a passing motorist while attempting to...

Underride accidents are among the most deadly of all truck accidents which occur in the United States. There are regulations requiring the use of underride guards to try to prevent these serious and often fatal truck crashes. The regulations, unfortunately, are inadequate and are not making a substantial difference in preventing tragedy. There could, however, be...

If you've been in a Beaufort rear-end accident, you may not know what to do to protect yourself after the crash. You want to protect your rights and ensure you can get costs from the crash covered- but how can you do that? One of the most essential steps you can take is to get...

In South Carolina, there was a 21 percent increase in the number of fatal car accidents which occurred in the first six months of 2015, compared with in the first six months of 2104. When comparing the number of motor vehicle accident fatalities from January to June of 2015 versus January to June of 2013,...

In South Carolina, there were 54 fatal accidents in 2013 where drivers went the wrong way or went onto the wrong side of the road. According to the South Carolina Traffic Collision Fact Book for 2013, there were also 2,547 crashes causing injury because a driver was on the wrong side or went the wrong...

When the South Carolina Gamecocks or the Carolina Panthers are playing, you may want to invite friends and family to your place to enjoy the football game with you. If you do invite guests over, you need to be aware many people drink when they watch football games. If you provide alcohol for guests, you...

A car accident is frightening. In the aftermath of a crash, you need to know how to make a proper report so you can make sure you take advantage of all available insurance coverage. How to Report a Beaufort Auto Accident These tips will help you to be more prepared to report a South Carolina...