01 November

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How to Improve Pedestrian Safety

Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern across the nation. Tragically, 7,388 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes in the U.S. in 2021, the most recent year for which stats are available, according to the NHTSA* That’s the highest number since 1981 (when 7,837 pedestrians were killed), and a 12.5% increase from 2020. A further 60,577 people were injured. Why are our roads so dangerous for pedestrians? More importantly, what can we do about it? We can all help make our streets safer for ourselves and our families, both as pedestrians and drivers. Cities and municipalities can make a difference, too. Here’s how...

18 October

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How to Apply for an Extension of Visitor Visa in the US?

in Blog, Immigration Law

If you’re in the U.S. on a visitor visa and want to stay longer than your visa allows, what do you do next? Here’s how to apply for an extension of your visitor visa in the U.S....

01 October

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What are mandatory minimums for drug offenses?

in Blog, Criminal Law

Mandatory minimums are pre-determined sentences that judges must abide by when handing out sentences to defendants convicted of certain offenses. That is, a judge may not sentence a defendant to any amount of time less than the law says. Mandatory minimums may include both jail time and fines. Laws regarding offenses and mandatory minimum sentences vary by state, and the federal government has its own laws regarding mandatory minimums, too....

09 September

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How to Report a Workplace Injury

in Blog, Workers' Compensation

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....

22 August

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What Is a Pedestrian Safety Zone?

in Blog, Personal Injury

A pedestrian safety zone is a designated area on or by a roadway that focuses on pedestrian safety. They’re typically found in areas with high foot traffic such as tourist locations, shopping areas, and school zones, or in areas that see a disproportionately high number of pedestrian accidents. The purpose is to reduce injuries and fatalities from pedestrian accidents. Pedestrian safety is of special interest to us, since South Carolina was found to be #13 among states with the most pedestrian fatalities 2010-2019, according to a 2021 study by Smart Growth America using data from the NHTSA. Particularly bad, Greenville-Anderson-Maudlin, SC...

08 August

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Do Alcohol and Drug Related Offenses Stay on Your Record?

in Blog, Criminal Law

If you’ve been charged with a drug- or alcohol-related offense, you might be wondering how long the offense will stay on your record. Will a drug-related charge or alcohol-related charge stay on your criminal record forever? Or can you look forward to a time when your record will be clear? The answer is that it depends on the state and on the specific charge. Here’s what to know about how long alcohol- and drug-related offenses stay on your record in South Carolina....

03 August

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What is an EB-1 Visa?

in Blog, Immigration Law

An EB-1 visa is an employment-based (“EB”) visa. It’s one of many different kinds of visas that non-U.S. citizens can apply for in order to live and work in the U.S. How is the EB-1 visa different from other kinds of visas, and who can apply for one?...

21 July

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Can You Sue An Employer For Workplace Injury?

in Blog, Workers' Compensation

If you’ve been injured at work, you might be wondering if you can sue your employer over your injury. The answer is usually no. Instead, you can apply for compensation through the state’s workers’ compensation program to get compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other costs associated with your injury....

How to Improve Pedestrian Safety

How to Apply for an Extension of Visitor Visa in the US?

What are mandatory minimums for drug offenses?

How to Report a Workplace Injury

What Is a Pedestrian Safety Zone?

Do Alcohol and Drug Related Offenses Stay on Your Record?

What is an EB-1 Visa?

Can You Sue An Employer For Workplace Injury?

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