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Concussion Awareness Day: Brain Injury Facts You Need to Know
Concussions are traumatic brain injuries that frequently occur after car accidents. Yet a study shows that 9 out of 10 adults cannot properly define a concussion. Although it is referred to as a "mild" brain injury, concussions are very serious. A concussion can worsen or become life-threatening if not treated properly. National Concussion Awareness Day...
Read MoreOver 1,000 Citations Issued in South Carolina Crackdown on Speeding
The 6th annual Operation Southern Slow Down is being called a success after the intense law enforcement campaign resulted in more than 1,000 citations over the course of five days in July. The yearly campaign involves multiple southern states. In South Carolina, the results of the five-day crackdown (July 19 to July 23) were: 1,276...
Read MoreDrunk Driving Deaths Remain a Serious Problem in South Carolina
Drunk driving fatalities in South Carolina remain a big problem, according to a recent study conducted by ValuePenguin, which ranked South Carolina among the top 10 states for the most drunk driving fatalities. ValuePenguin based its study on drunk driving statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In particular, the study examined drunk...
Read MoreCar Accidents Can Result in Serious Eye Injuries
A car accident can happen anywhere in South Carolina, leaving drivers and passengers with a wide range of injuries. Some victims are left with eye injuries. These can impact people’s lives in many ways, as we rely on our eyesight daily. People who suffer eye injuries need medical treatment and may suffer temporary or permanent...
Read MoreShare the Road & Save a Life: It's Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
At least 40 motorcyclists have died in South Carolina so far this year Every summer, South Carolina becomes a beacon for motorcycle enthusiasts. We have some of the best and biggest bike rallies, charity runs, shows, and rides, and motorcyclists are already riding in from out of state to take in the scenic routes and...
Read MoreThe Link Between Tourism & Car Accidents in South Carolina
Hilton Head summertime traffic raises the risk for crashes & injuries Every year, thousands of tourists drive down US-278 to enjoy South Carolina's Lowcountry beaches, entertainment, and annual events. They bring with them a passion for fun, but also an increased risk of causing car accidents. That's because, typically, the more vehicles and unfamiliar drivers...
Read MoreStudy Ranks South Carolina Drivers Among the Worst
Everyone has a story involving poor driving behavior they’ve witnessed on the road. Every year there are car accidents involving drivers who were speeding, texting, or operating under the influence. A new study has made it official: South Carolina has some of the worst drivers in the United States. Researchers at Car Accident Comparison examined...
Read MoreBeaufort County Fatal Pedestrian Crash Highlights State Problem
Pedestrian Accident Attorneys in South Carolina Discuss the Issue A senior man has been identified as the person killed in a motor vehicle v. pedestrian crash on Lady's Island. The fatal pedestrian accident took place in late December 2021 at around 8:15 p.m. on Sea Island Parkway between Meridan Road and Youmans Drive, according to...
Read MoreSouth Carolina Highway Patrol Urges Drivers to Buckle Up
In Beaufort, Bluffton, Hilton Head, and anywhere in the Lowcountry, a car accident can change your life in the blink of an eye. If you were not wearing your seat belt, you run a much greater risk of a serious injury that can sideline you for weeks, months, or even have lifelong consequences. The South...
Read MoreWhat Causes the Most Fatal Crashes in South Carolina Over the Holidays?
A Beaufort, SC Car Accident Attorney Discusses Christmas is called "the most wonderful time of the year," but it is also one of the most dangerous due to an increase in drunk drivers on the road, according to a new study. An analysis of car accidents around the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays reveals that people...
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