The immediate aftermath of a car accident is chaotic. Shock, confusion, and painful injuries can cause multiple parties and bystanders to have emotional reactions. Following essential steps when dealing with a car accident scene is critical. Such a scene is temporary; acting quickly to preserve details is vital to a successful personal injury case. If… Read more »
Some costs resulting from a car accident are obvious. Physical injuries and vehicle damage are often expected and costly. However, the hidden costs are less visible or known. The hidden costs of a car accident add stress to your already challenging situation. A traumatic crash turns your world upside down, making it hard to focus… Read more »
DUIs are taken very seriously in South Carolina. If you are convicted of a DUI, you may be sent to jail due to your first offense. Most people would consider as much as 30 days in jail a significant cost for a DUI. But loss of freedom is probably the least likely cost of a… Read more »
The main impact of a DUI conviction in South Carolina is written into state law. You can be sentenced to jail time, required to pay a fine, take alcohol education classes, or lose your license. There are also non-mandated consequences like increased insurance rates. If you have a professional license, there is another possible consequence… Read more »
South Carolina uses a points system to compel drivers to be more safe on the road. The more traffic violations of a certain nature you commit, the more points you get on your record. What about DUI and the point system in South Carolina? Does a DUI get you points as well? These questions and… Read more »
What is a breathalyzer test? Breathalyzer tests measure for certain alcohol-related chemicals in your breath. Although not always accurate, they are accepted as evidence of DUI in South Carolina. If you are subjected to a breathalyzer, there are certain steps you can take that will help you pass. However, if you have had too much… Read more »
Whether you have had a drink or two at dinner or too many at a party, you likely dread having to take a breathalyzer test. What many wonder is whether they should refuse the test if they feel like they’re in danger of failing it. Those who consider refusing the test should know that understanding… Read more »
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