Noneconomic damages are distinct from economic damages and punitive damages, which are other types of damages a plaintiff may seek. Let’s look more closely at what noneconomic damages are and how they’re determined....
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A wrongful death suit is a civil action that is brought against the wrongdoer responsible – an individual or an entity – for the death of a person in a manner such that, had the deceased survived, they would have been able to bring a personal injury claim against the wrongdoer at fault. The death may be due to the “wrongful act, neglect or default” of the wrongdoer. Someone, of course, must bring the claim on behalf of the deceased. The question is, who may do so under the law?...
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The short answer to this question is: Yes, maybe. If you were in a car accident that wasn’t primarily your fault, and it led to pain and suffering, you can seek compensation for it. Read on to find out more about determining the amount, limits, and how you can get pain and suffering for your motor vehicle accident....
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South Carolina requires that all drivers carry auto insurance with minimum coverage levels, yet it’s estimated that approximately one in eight drivers on the road are uninsured. Learn about the consequences of driving without car insurance in South Carolina....
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There are approximately 2,500 childcare facilities in South Carolina, including nurseries, traditional daycares, and home daycares that look after several thousand children every day. It’s to be expected that sometimes, accidents happen and injuries occur while children are in their care. The question is, can you sue your child’s nursery or daycare for their injuries? The answer is yes, as long as you can show that the daycare or caregiver was responsible for their injuries. Here are the most common types of claims brought against daycares. Daycare Negligence In most cases, a...
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Premises liability is the liability a property owner has relating to that property. Property owners have a basic duty of care to ensure that their property is safe for others coming onto their property, and if this duty of care is breached and someone is injured as a result, they may be liable for damages. Here are some examples of premises liability cases and what it takes to win one as the injured party....
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Many people carry insurance with just the minimum coverage amounts because it costs less in premiums and/or they believe the state-mandated minimums are enough. However, it’s important to understand that the bare minimum amounts of coverage may not be enough to fully protect you in many cases. Here’s why....
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A recent study published in the journal Gerontology found that residents in for-profit nursing homes are almost twice as likely to experience substandard care and neglect compared to residents in similar, non-profit facilities. This highlights a growing problem across the country: elder abuse in long-term care facilities....
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