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Mesothelioma Attorney

Facts About Malignant Mesothelioma

It’s important to know the facts about malignant mesothelioma, in order to avoid risk factors and recognize early symptoms. What is Mesothelioma? “Malignant mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer that develops in the linings of the lungs, abdomen, heart or testes.” (Mesothelioma.com) The only known cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. Mesothelioma is […]

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Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Misdiagnosis of Melanoma,
A Growing Concern

Misdiagnosis of melanoma poses significant challenges in the field of dermatology and impacts patient outcomes. Melanoma, a type of skin cancer, is a serious and potentially fatal condition. First, let’s discuss skin cancer in general, including nonmelanoma. Skin Cancer Statistics Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer worldwide, and 1 in 5 Americans […]

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Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

How to Calculate Workers’ Comp in South Carolina

How to calculate workers’ comp in South Carolina is dependent on three areas: the worker’s average weekly salary, the location of the injury, and the nature of the injury. Suffering a serious injury on the job can be very stressful. You will probably have a lot on your mind as you try to figure out […]

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Motor Vehicle Accidents

States with Worst Drivers –
South Carolina #10

States with worst drivers. Here are the top 10 per Forbes Advisor: The Palmetto State ranks 10th when it comes to the worst drivers in the United States. Forbes Advisor compared all 50 states and Washington D.C. to find which states have the worst drivers, using six key metrics:  How many fatal accidents per 100,000 […]

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Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

Most Dangerous Job in the US

The most dangerous job in the US is construction. Latest statistics show 986 fatal work injuries reported, according to 2021 U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS) data. Construction Deaths in South Carolina In 2021 alone, there were 21 fatalities in the construction sector in South Carolina; 18 of those deaths were of specialty trade […]

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Motor Vehicle Accidents

Rear End Accident in South Carolina? Steps to Take

Rear end accident in South Carolina? We have put together a comprehensive list of steps you need to take after being rear-ended. These steps are easy to remember and will help if you decide to file a personal injury claim: US Statistics With over 228 million drivers in the United States, serious auto accidents happen every day. […]

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Personal Injury Attorney

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety is a Problem in South Carolina

Bicycle and pedestrian safety is a problem in South Carolina. Pedestrian fatality statistics in SC In 2020, South Carolina was second in the nation for walking fatalities per 100,000 population. According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), there were 187 pedestrian deaths that year. These pedestrian fatalities comprised 18% of the total traffic […]

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Wrongful Death Attorney

SCDC Inmates Die at High Rate

SCDC (South Carolina Department of Corrections) inmates die at a high rate compared with other states. SCDC Inmate Deaths A research group at the University of South Carolina School of Law recently compiled a report on deaths in “prisons, jails, and detention centers across South Carolina.” The January of 2023 report, “SC Deaths Behind Bars” […]

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Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Alzheimer’s Care Scarce
in South Carolina

Alzheimer’s care is scarce in SC Alzheimer’s care is scarce in South Carolina. In the Palmetto State, there are 95,000 people over the age of 65 who are living with Alzheimer’s in 2023. By 2025, this number will increase to 120,000. To make matters worse, South Carolina does not have a healthcare system in place […]

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Product Defects

The Consumer Product Safety Commission – Pushing for Change

The Consumer Product Safety Commission The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) “is an independent federal regulatory agency that was created in 1972 by Congress in the Consumer Product Safety Act … to protect the public against unreasonable risks of injuries and deaths associated with consumer products.” (CPSC.gov) CPSC Recalls Recalling products that are already on the […]