Charleston Personal Injury Law Blog
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Child Injury on Thursday, May 17, 2012
Any time injuries to children occur, there is a high interest within the community. Parents are tasked with the job to keep their children safe at all times, but it is almost impossible to keep an eye on them at all times of the day. Injuries to children can be one of the scariest things for parents and, sometimes, the story has a tragic ending.
A recent South Carolina case has a sad ending after an 11-year-old boy was shot and killed. The young Greenville boy was playing with friends close to his home when he was shot with a 9mm handgun. Three children were apparently present in the home where the accident occurred. The parents had left their 9 and 12-year-old children at home, and the victim and the 12-year-old child were in the parent's bedroom.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Workers' Compensation on Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Workers' compensation in South Carolina can be a confusing process for injured or ill workers, but help does exist. When someone falls ill due to his or her work environment or is injured on the job, workers' compensation can help cover any relevant medical costs and make up lost wages for any time at work missed due to the illness or injury. However, there are some workers who may be excluded from workers' compensation benefits, including agricultural workers, domestic workers and independent contractors, so it's important to know where you stand.
The president of a workers' compensation consulting firm offered some advice for workers seeking benefits. In order to qualify, you must have fallen ill or become injured while performing your job. This could include getting sick from something you've been exposed to while working. However, just because you're injured at work, doesn't mean you automatically qualify. The injury or illness must have also been work-related. For example, if a coworker's spouse comes to the workplace and starts shooting a gun at her spouse but misses and hits you, you likely wouldn't get workers' compensation. But if a co-worker was the one shooting, you probably would.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Wrongful Death on Wednesday, May 2, 2012
A young man's family may have the right to pursue a wrongful death case after he fell from a roof in South Carolina. Sources say the 23-year-old fell off the roof of a private home early on the morning of April 15. He passed away the same morning. The family may wish to stay abreast of the investigation in this case as they consider whether or not to pursue a wrongful death case.
The man passed away shortly after arriving at Medical University Hospital. Toxicology reports were not available at the time of the news story. A person who was with the 23-year-old that night said the ladder they had used to climb to the roof was slippery with dew, making it a possible factor in the tragedy that took place. Charleston police have not found signs of foul play yet.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Thursday, April 26, 2012
Motorcycle accidents are unfortunately too common in South Carolina. In recent headlines, a North Charleston veteran is being remembered after he was killed in an accident on April 9. The 44-year-old man was unable to avoid a collision with an 18-wheeler. Motorcycle accidents like this are an unfortunate reminder of the vigilance all drivers must have when operating a motor vehicle.
As a result of fatal accident, the 18-wheeler driver has been charged with reckless homicide. The victim was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving during Desert Storm, and was remembered as someone who loved life and mentored others. He was engaged to be married next year.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Wednesday, April 18, 2012
South Carolina car accidents can occur at any time and any place. This is why it is important to drive safely and keep a watchful eye on other traffic on the road. Although car accidents are often the result of driver error, that is not the only possible cause of a collision. Sometimes other parties may be charged with violating a reasonable duty of care that resulted in a crash which seriously injured another. Such may be the case with regard to a collision reported to have occurred recently near Myrtle Beach.
The car accident led to three people being taken to the hospital. A driver lost control of her 2012 Dodge Caravan, which authorities attributed to an apparent vehicle malfunction, the nature of which was not disclosed in a news report. The South Carolina Highway Patrol says the malfunction caused a 62-year-old woman to lose control and crash into the porch of a house on the afternoon of April 14. Before hitting the house, the vehicle struck a 10-year-old boy riding a bicycle, hit two parked cars and eventually stopped upon crashing into the porch.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Tuesday, April 10, 2012
In South Carolina, motorcycle accidents are always a concern. However, even if someone is as careful as possible, there are still other factors that often result in tragic circumstances. In recent headlines, motorcycle accidents are again highlighted after a man was struck by an alleged drunk driver.
The accident occurred about 11:20 p.m. on April 1 at Glenn McConnell Parkway and Magwood Drive. An 84-year-old man was attempting to turn left on Glenn McConnell when he accelerated directly into oncoming traffic. The motorcyclist, stopped at the intersection, was struck, resulting in severe injuries.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Workers' Compensation on Tuesday, April 3, 2012
A South Carolina state trooper was seriously injured in an on-the-job accident while pursuing a suspected criminal. The trooper was involved in a high-speed chase in pursuit of the suspect on a motorcycle. The motorcyclist was traveling at a high rate of speed, upwards of 100 miles per hour on a state highway. The trooper contacted his supervisor to notify him that he was still going after the suspect, but the chase had slowed to 70 miles per hour. Several minutes later, the on-the-job accident occurred when the trooper attempted to negotiate a curve and lost control of his vehicle.
The vehicle hit several trees and eventually overturned. The trooper was seriously injured and transported Greenville Memorial Hospital by medical helicopter. He is suffering from two fractured legs, burns to his feet, a broken wrist and potentially damaged ribs. The trooper underwent surgery and was listed in stable condition at the time of the reports. The motorcycle driver is still at large.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, March 29, 2012
All too often South Carolina residents fall victim to a motor vehicle accident on the state's roadways. Car accidents can have immediate and life-altering consequences, not just for those killed or injured, but for their families and loved ones as well. Two nearby families are grieving for the loss of two loved ones, while other families are checking on their injured loved ones at a local hospital due after a collision in Folly Beach.
On Sunday, March 18, a four-car accident left six people injured and caused two deaths. The multi-car crash occurred about 1:05 p.m. Authorities say the collision occurred at Folly Road and Bowen Island Road. Both deceased men, who were 33 and 73 years old, respectively, were residents of Folly Beach. The younger man died at the scene of the car accident, and the older man perished while being rushed to a local hospital.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Wrongful Death on Monday, March 19, 2012
Truck accidents can occur on South Carolina roadways at any time of the day or night, but the ones that happen when it is dark and visibility is low may not offer any victims much chance to save themselves. Two local families are mourning the loss of two loved ones who were victimized by yet another of a number of fatal trucking accidents plaguing our roadways.
The collision occurred in the early morning hours of March 8 when a southbound log truck happened upon a vacant vehicle that was sitting in the middle of U.S. Highway 301 near SC 47. When the truck veered to avoid hitting the stalled vehicle, which had apparently struck a deer, it instead hit the two men who were standing nearby.
On behalf of John Price Law Firm, LLC posted in Child Injury on Thursday, March 15, 2012
South Carolina parents have the Herculean task of keeping their kids safe, but it is often a joint effort between them and manufacturers who provide products for children. Kelty, a division of American Recreation Products, has recently recalled approximately 3,000 strollers after complaints of injuries to children including cuts and scrapes. Some adults also reportedly suffered bone fractures. The recall involves both single and double jogging strollers, sold in a blue/gray or orange/gray color combination from January 2010 to February 2012. The strollers were sold in stores nationwide and available through online retailers. Six model numbers are affected by this recall.
The recall has been issued due to the possibility of the front wheel jarring loose during use. It can cause the stroller to tip, posing a serious hazard to adults who may be pushing the stroller as well as to children who are strapped into it. Three users of the recalled strollers reported injuries suffered as a result of the hazard, though it is unknown if others have been hurt as well.
