Semi-trucks and other large trucks are subject to federal regulations under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), among others. These regulations help ensure drivers are trained, rested, and ready for the road and that vehicles are safe to drive.
If you were injured in a truck accident, these regulations could be an important element in your case. Read on to discover some of the most important federal regulations and how they could affect the outcome of your case.
South Carolina and its cities have topped many lists in recent years, including best state to retire to, best small city, and most beautiful city in the country. Unfortunately, South Carolina is also #3 on a different kind of list – most dangerous states for pedestrians.
In 2022, 173 pedestrians were killed on South Carolina roads and 752 were injured, 217 of them seriously, according to the 2022 South Carolina Traffic Collision Fact Book (PDF). According to the study conducted by Smart Growth America, South Carolina, like most other states, is becoming more dangerous for pedestrians, with an increase in fatalities over the past decade.
If you are injured in a pedestrian accident in South Carolina, you have rights. Here’s what to know.
How do you file a workers’ compensation claim in South Carolina? If you’ve been injured on the job or have developed an occupational disease, filing a workers’ comp claim is a crucial step to getting compensation you need to cover lost wages, medical bills, and more.
But some people are hesitant to file a workers’ comp claim. They’re worried that the process will be long and difficult, with a lot of confusing paperwork and red tape.
Fortunately, that’s not the case. That’s because in South Carolina, you are not responsible for filing a workers’ comp claim.
That’s right – as the injured worker, it’s not up to you to fill out the paperwork and file the claim.
What kind of compensation is available if you’re injured in a car accident in South Carolina? Depending on the nature of your injuries, you may be entitled to damages covering medical bills and much more.
Here’s an overview of the types of compensation possible after a car accident in South Carolina.
One of the primary goals of workers’ compensation in South Carolina is to help an injured or ill employee heal so they can get back to work as soon as they’re able. To facilitate this, many employers have so-called “return-to-work” programs.
Here’s what you should know about return-to-work programs in South Carolina, plus special considerations if you’re receiving workers’ comp benefits.
What benefits are you entitled to under South Carolina’s workers’ compensation program? Depending on the nature and severity of the illness or injury, South Carolina workers are entitled to certain types of compensation that are paid out at a rate pre-determined by law. That means South Carolina workers can reasonably know what to expect if they experience a workplace-related injury or illness.
I’m thrilled to share the exciting news that The Carolina Law Group, the team I’m proud to be a part of, has been voted by the Spartanburg Post and Courier readers as the Best Workers’ Compensation Law Firm in our region. In addition, I’m deeply honored to have received the title of Best Workers’ Compensation Attorney.
If you’re injured on the job in South Carolina and you’re covered under workers’ compensation, it’s vital to report your workplace injury in a timely manner in order to get the compensation you’re entitled to under the law.
Here’s how to report a workplace injury in South Carolina, plus how long you have to report an injury.