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After several decades of declining traffic accidents on U.S. roadways, there was a sudden 14.4 percent surge in traffic-related fatalities over the past two years. Authorities report that there were 100 vehicle deaths every day in 2016 — a painful warning that something is very wrong on the streets and…
I have a 14-year-old son and I realize that the time is coming for him to get a driver’s license. I remember being SO READY to get my driver’s license and have that freedom. As a parent, I simultaneously dread this rite of passage and rejoice that he can help…
While a personal injury lawsuit will not bring back a loved one or undo the pain caused by a completely preventable accident, it can help secure a measure of justice and much needed financial compensation for the family of the victim. If the driver responsible for the crash was speeding or driving…
Self-driving cars are becoming a reality. While not yet widespread, autonomous vehicles are starting to hit the roads for testing in a number of states. Some drivers may find this trend alarming. The safety concerns are obvious. Can a computer really drive like a human? At the moment, the answer…
Every state has driving laws on the books that may shock you, strike you as being unnecessary or stand out to you because they are just plain weird. Roadtrippers, for instance, found several head-scratching laws in states across the country, including: An Alabama ban on driving while blindfolded A California…
Whether you drive, walk, bike, ride a motorcycle or do all four, knowing who has the right of way at an intersection or other crossing in South Carolina is important. If you know when you are required to yield the right of way, you can reduce your risk of being…
Despite efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving, these accidents continue to occur on highways and roads throughout Florence and South Carolina. Distractions such as texting or talking on a cell phone – even taking “selfies” and checking on social media – can easily divert a driver’s…
Accidents happen. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 30 million people visit hospital emergency rooms each year as the result of accidental injuries. When accidents occur, they can result in serious, disabling injuries that prevent you from providing for yourself and your loved…
Every year the Florence-Darlington Technical College hosts the Dancing for Our Future Stars event. This year, 12 members of the community danced to support education in the SiMT building on March 22. Practice Makes Perfect These local community members are teamed with students where they compete in a dancing competition….
The Lifetime Service award is given by the SCWCEA Board to individuals who have contributed significantly to the success and betterment of the SCWCEA and/or the South Carolina workers’ compensation system. The Board unanimously determined and awarded this designation to Ronald J. Jebaily of Jebaily Law Firm in Florence, SC….
