Category: Car Accident

Medical treatment is one of the biggest expenses after any serious car accident. Generally, the person who caused a crash is responsible for paying for any harm suffered by other parties, including their medical bills. If you want your medical expenses covered in a personal injury claim, working…

South Carolina is a great place to take a scenic drive. It is also home to some of the country’s most dangerous roads and intersections. These spots are prone to accidents that are often serious or deadly. Knowing how to avoid these risky stretches helps you stay safe….

Determining who is at fault for a parking lot accident in South Carolina generally depends on establishing who had the right-of-way and whether anyone involved was negligent. Doing this requires gathering evidence and presenting it in a way that supports your case.   How Do You Prove Who…

Determining fault in a T-bone accident requires examining which driver did not follow traffic laws. Usually, the driver who failed to yield the right of way is responsible. However, each collision has unique factors that might affect fault. This is why working with an experienced car accident attorney…

Were you recently involved in a South Carolina car wreck? If so, you might be wondering whether you need a police accident report and what steps you can take to get it. Here’s what you need to know about South Carolina’s accident reporting requirements and how you can…

It’s annoying when other drivers follow too closely, but slamming on the brakes to make a tailgating driver back off is both illegal and dangerous. This maneuver, commonly called brake checking, can cause severe accidents and have substantial legal consequences in both civil and criminal court. What Is…

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that can have serious consequences, especially if left untreated. If you experienced a jolt or blow to the head after a car accident, watching for signs you have a concussion is vital to protect your health and right…

South Carolina has no official dram shop law or social host liability statute. However, state courts still allow injury victims to pursue compensation from bars, restaurants, and other establishments that overserve alcohol to drivers.  You might already know that if you experience injuries and losses due to an…

While the driver turning left is often at fault for a left-turn accident, that is not always the case. An experienced South Carolina attorney can investigate the incident, review the evidence, determine who is at fault, and demand that they compensate you. At McKinney, Tucker & Lemel LLC,…

If you were injured in an accident for which you were partly responsible, you might be wondering whether you are still legally entitled to compensation. Depending on your degree of fault, you may still be entitled to significant compensation for your injuries and losses. In South Carolina, the…