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Some driving behaviors can increase the risk of car accidents. We've all seen drivers doing some risky things while behind the wheel, but how common are bad driving habits? In the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety's annual Traffic Safety Culture Index, more than half of respondents admitted to engaging in some type of risky driving...

The holidays in South Carolina can bring a touch of magic to the season, but they also come with increased road hazards. This heightened risk is primarily due to the prevalence of drunk driving, which leads to a notable uptick in car accidents, particularly in South Carolina. "Two of the most celebrated dates in December...

Car accidents in South Carolina occur on certain types of roads more often than others, according to a recent nationwide traffic safety study conducted by MoneyGeek. In fact, two types of roads in particular – state highways and US highways – had more fatal car accidents than most states throughout the nation. In South Carolina,...

The United Services Automobile Association (USAA) has recently released distracted driving data in the United States during the first half of 2023. USAA SafePilot® telematics app collected this data. It provides critical insights into states where drivers are more or less susceptible to distracted driving car accidents. This information has surfaced as more drivers return...

More than 42,000 people lose their lives on American roads each year. While the numbers fluctuate, there's currently no sign that this trend is slowing down. In South Carolina, that number is over 1,100 traffic deaths. But on a local level, the numbers are just as staggering. Fatal car accidents are on the rise Beaufort...

South Carolina car accident lawyers explain the safety implications. South Carolina has more drivers with an at-fault car accident on their record than any other state in the country, according to a recent traffic safety study. The same study by Insurify noted that several southern states have similarly high rates of at-fault car accidents. “Drivers...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed a new rule that would require all new passenger vehicles and light trucks to be equipped with automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems. AEB systems use sensors to detect objects in front of a vehicle and can automatically apply the brakes if the driver does not react...

Young drivers are at risk of severe injury and death during "100 Deadliest Days." As temperatures rise and school ends, summer brings forth freedom for teenagers nationwide. Many have just obtained their driver's licenses and are excited to experience driving on their own. However, the summer months also bring about a concerning rise in fatal...

A motorcycle accident can have devastating consequences Motorcycles are a beloved mode of transportation in South Carolina. However, motorcycle riders are at a much higher risk of being involved in a serious or fatal motorcycle wreck than those in cars or other larger vehicles. As such, it is crucial for drivers to share the road...

Learn the consequences of distracted driving and how a lawyer can help you recover after a crash South Carolina drivers and drivers nationwide are reminded to observe Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which takes place every April. The dangers of distracted driving cannot be overstated. Not only does it put the driver at risk, but also...