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Most Dangerous Occupations: What That Means for Worker’s Compensation Cases

August 28, 2019

Although workplace injuries can occur in virtually any industry, some occupations are more dangerous than others. Here are the top six most dangerous industries for workers in the United States according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ 2015 report on nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses. Do you or a loved work in one of them? Forestry and Logging For decades, logging and forestry has consistently been reported as one of the top industries in the country for worker fatalities – and in 2015, 132.7 per 100,000 workers were killed due to a work injury. Loggers and forestry workers are particularly vulnerable

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How Much to Expect from a Car Accident Settlement

August 21, 2019

This is the million-dollar question. My most frequently asked question as a Personal Injury Attorney is “What is My Case Worth?” And rightfully so. Let’s face it, you are the victim of someone else’s negligence and you are forced to live with the consequences of someone else’s negligence daily. You deserve to be fairly compensated for your injuries. I want to be clear here that it is unethical for any attorney to talk to you and promise you a dollar amount for your case’s worth. Every case is unique and must be considered on a case-to-case basis. There are multiple variables

Summer Driving Tips: Safe Driving on Your Vacation

August 14, 2019

It’s finally summer vacation season, which means you may be preparing for a long road trip. Summer is the most dangerous time to drive, which means you should take extra precautions. Here are four tips for safe driving on your summer vacation: Do a Safety Check The last thing you want on the way to your vacation is a stressful and potentially expensive vehicle breakdown. Before taking a long trip, you should perform a general safety check on your vehicle or go to a mechanic to ensure that it’s in good working order. Be sure to check your tires, battery, belts,

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Common Medical Mistakes That Lead to Lawsuits

August 7, 2019

Common Medical Mistakes That Lead to Lawsuits Medical mistakes are a serious public health issue in the United States. Estimates from two famous studies suggest that preventable medical mistakes kill 251,000 to 440,000 U.S. patients each year. Patients who do not lose their lives may suffer from permanent health conditions that severely reduce their quality of life. In some cases, these patients or their family members seek compensation by filing a medical malpractice lawsuit against the doctor, hospital, or another party. Below, we list common medical mistakes that may lead to a lawsuit. Diagnostic Errors Diagnostic errors are the most common

How to Appeal a VA Disability Claim Denial

July 25, 2019

How to Appeal a VA Disability Claim Denial If you are a veteran that has been injured, or are facing an impairment that negates your ability to work full time, there’s a good chance your initial claim for disability payments from the VA will be denied. Fortunately, there’s a process you can follow to appeal the decision: File the Correct Form to Avoid a VA Disability Claim Denial First and foremost, you’ll need to file a Notice of Disagreement with the VA. The notice should be filed on VA Form 21-0958. In the past, a Statement in Support of Claim was

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Why Thousands Have Died Waiting on Social Security Disability Hearings Since 2011

July 15, 2019

Why Thousands Have Died Waiting on Social Security Disability Hearings Since 2011 Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a Social Security program that provides monthly benefits to those who have become disabled before reaching retirement age and are no longer able to work for a living. Unfortunately, far too many people fail to receive social security disability hearings in a timely manner. Unlike other disability programs, Social Security pays only for total disability. If you have a partial or short-term disability, you won’t be eligible for a monthly payout. You must also be unable to earn a living in any industry

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Family Awarded Millions in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit From Horry County

July 12, 2019

Family Awarded Millions in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit From Horry County Every single day in the United States, we put our trust in licensed practitioners. We trust physicians, surgeons, optometrists, dentists, and a variety of other professionals to keep our physical and mental health afloat. Unfortunately, some physicians (or their employers) fail to protect patients from harm. Such was the case with Southern Myrtle Inpatient Services, LLC. The Case Around 1:30 a.m. on October 3, 2015, 26-year-old Matthew Scheer was hearing voices. Scheer was suffering from a sudden onset of mental illness described by family attorney Brink Hinson as “psychosis.” Scheer had

Bad Faith Insurance Claims Explained

June 3, 2019

Bad Faith Insurance Claims Explained When you purchase an insurance policy, you expect to be covered when disaster strikes. This is why you pay your monthly premiums. If something like an auto accident, personal injury, wrongful death, or property damage occurs, you can file a claim and recoup money needed for medical bills, repairs, or lost wages. Unfortunately, insurance companies don’t always hold up their end of the deal. When this happens, individuals can lose out on the finances needed to get back on their feet. If an insurance company fails to investigate or pay you for a claim filed, they’re

Do I Need a Workers Comp Lawyer?

April 2, 2019

What is Workers’ Compensation? Many of us are living paycheck to paycheck. Now, imagine that you are severely injured at work. You may have savings that you can utilize for a short while; however, it is likely that it will not sustain your family for long. Therefore, we have Workers’ Compensation. Workers’ Compensation is a benefit that is in place to protect individuals who are injured at work. Workers’ Compensation provides medical and wage benefits to those who are injured at work or who become ill in the course of their work. The basic requirement for Workers’ Compensation is for an

Troubling News About Traffic Accidents in South Carolina

December 14, 2018

(Photo by Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash) According to the 2015 South Carolina Crash Statistics Clock, there is a traffic collision: taking place in our state every 3.9 minutes causing injuries every 13.9 minutes in South Carolina, with someone being injured every 9 minutes damaging property in South Carolina every 5.5 minutes leading to at least one fatality every 9.6 hours, with someone being killed once every 8.9 hours Here are additional concerning collision statistics from the same source: Someone is killed in a DUI accident (.08+) every 29.1 hours A teen driver is involved in a fatal or injury collision every 1.3 hours One

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