How Dangerous Is Highway 17 in Myrtle Beach?
U.S. Highway 17, which passes through Myrtle Beach in two branches, is one of the most dangerous roads in the South. Deadly traffic accidents happen frequently on both sections: the U.S. 17 Business, or Kings Highway, which passes through Myrtle Beach’s shoreside commercial district, and the U.S. Highway 17 Bypass further inland. If you or […]
When a Tourist Causes Your Car Accident in Myrtle Beach
The beloved tourist destination of Myrtle Beach, a city and resort area on South Carolina’s Atlantic coast, attracts millions of visitors annually. With this influx of tourists, however, comes an increase in car accidents. Unfamiliarity with local roads and distracted driving often contribute to these unfortunate incidents. If you find yourself in such a situation, […]
Intersection Accidents – Morris Law Accident Injury Lawyers in South Carolina
Crossroads are dangerous and the site of many intersection accidents and fatalities. Driver error is the primary reason for most intersection accidents but not all. With roughly 50 percent of severe accidents happening in an intersection, drivers need to know more about this type of accident, the reasons why they happen and how to avoid an intersection collision, armed with such knowledge, dangerous crossroads might become safer.
Auto Accidents in South Carolina
South Carolina is one of the states that is known for a very large number of auto accidents each year. In 2015, a reported 65,643 collisions occurred on U.S. and South Carolina primary routes, 41,188 crashes on secondary roads, and 12,394 on county roads. SCDPS data from 2015 reveals that driver action, such as driving too fast, […]
Safety Tips to Avoid Head-On Collisions – Morris Law Accident Injury Lawyers
Although only around 2 percent of all traffic accidents are head-on collisions, they account for 10 percent of all fatalities. Those who survive are often critically injured and face mounting medical costs and lost wages, which can add additional stress by impacting the family’s financial security. Although many auto accidents are unavoidable, learning the leading reasons that a head-on collision occurs to avoid them can help.
How to recover Compensation After an Car Accident in Myrtle Beach
Collecting Damages After a Car Accident in Myrtle Beach In South Carolina, you have the right to receive compensation for damages when you are in an auto accident with a negligent or reckless driver. You may collect damages through negotiations with the insurance company. The compensation may come in the form of a settlement or […]
Accidents May Be Caused by Steering Failure
In South Carolina, steering failure in a motor vehicle or truck can result in serious injuries or fatalities. A steering system that is in danger of failing may show warning signs. In many cases, a manufacturer defect is responsible for the problem. The following sections will explain the different types and causes of steering failure, as well as how an attorney can determine whether a driver or manufacturer was at fault for an accident.
Morris Law Accident Injury Lawyers Obtains Full Compensation for Client
Morris Law Accident Injury Lawyers successfully handled a case that paid out full compensation of $175,000 to an injured client at the policy limits for both property damage and bodily injury. The accident involved a resident of Myrtle Beach and happened along Highway 707 close to Murrells Inlet in South Carolina. The client was riding as a passenger in a vehicle going west along Highway 707 when it was struck in the back by another driver.
Car Accident Settlement in Case Involving a Pregnant Woman
Morris Law Accident Injury Lawyers recently obtained a settlement for a client in the amount of $321,857.56 following an injury accident. The client, a resident of Myrtle Beach, was heading north along Oak Street in town when another driver was turning left illegally. As a result, our client T-boned the other driver’s car. Because the at-fault driver committed an illegal maneuver that caused the car accident and did not grant the right of way to our client, they became liable for damages.
FAQs About Brain Injuries Caused by a Drunk Driver in South Carolina
Drunk drivers take approximately 10,000 lives every year in the United States. In addition, they cause serious injuries, many of which are life-altering. While any injury from a rear-ender to a head-on collision can occur because the inebriated driver was unable to judge their distance from another vehicle properly or because they were unable to stay in their lane and hit another vehicle head-on, their ability to drive safely is no longer present.