South Carolina Personal Injury Lawyers representing victims in the following areas:
Slip & Fall
Slip and fall accidents are the second leading cause of injury and death among South Carolina residents after auto accidents. Such accidents can cause serious injuries to the back, shoulders, knees, elbows, and wrists. Slip and fall accidents are part of premises liability law, which is the legal liability of a property owner, whether it’s an individual or business.
continue readingBack & Spine Injury
Injuries to the back and spine can change a person’s life in an instant. They can cause constant pain, decreased mobility, loss of sexual functions, and even paralysis. The victim’s family members are also directly effected by these types of injuries. The cost of living for someone suffering a back or spine injury can be tremendous. Surgery and extensive physical therapy are often required.
continue readingBrain Injury
Our brains are complex machines. Everything from seeing to breathing is filtered down through the brain. It is made up of millions of tiny parts all working together to control and coordinate our body’s systems. Even minor injuries to the brain can damage or disrupt its functions. Legal liability in regards to traumatic brain injuries can fall into a number of categories.
continue readingSoft Tissue
Some of the most common types of injuries to the residents of Columbia and Greenville are soft tissue injuries. Soft tissue injuries often occur in car accidents, motorcycle accidents, sports-related accidents, dog bite attacks, work-related accidents, and slip and fall accidents. Soft tissue injuries are caused by direct or indirect trauma to the muscles, ligaments, tendons, and/or nerves.
continue readingRepetitive Use Injury
Repetitive use or strain injuries most commonly occur while on the job and are the number one reason for missed work. These type of injuries affect hundreds of thousands of workers each year. According to OSHA– the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety, and Health Administration– more than $20 billion a year is payed out in Workers’ Compensation claims involving repetitive use injuries.
continue readingBurn Injury
More than two million Americans report burn injuries each year. Some common causes of burn injuries are auto accidents, house or mobile home fires, work-related accidents, and industrial accidents. The financial impact of a burn injury can devastate victims and their families. A personal injury attorney can help you determine whether you qualify for financial compensation and damages.
continue readingAmputation
We often take for granted the basic functions required to get us through our daily lives. For an amputee, every day brings a new challenge. The loss of a limb is a painful and traumatic experience for both the victim and their family. Their lives are changed in an instant. In the U.S., approximately one out of every 200 people has had an amputation.
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