Uber and Lyft are increasingly popular choices for getting around in South Carolina, offering a more convenient and better experience than taking a taxi. If you are injured in an accident while in an Uber or Lyft, you can file a personal injury claim for compensation, including medical bills, lost earnings, and pain and suffering. […]
What is the Recorded Statement in an Insurance Claim?
In the immediate aftermath of a car accident, you will report the accident to your insurance company, and the other driver will contact theirs. Notifying your insurance company of the accident is part of your agreement with your insurance company, and once this notification is made, your insurance company will immediately begin working on processing […]
COVID-19 Cases at Heritage Lowman Nursing Home
As of late April, there are approximately 4,900 people in South Carolina who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and nearly 145 deaths. South Carolina nursing homes have been hit especially hard. As of April 22, 2020, 30 COVID-19 cases have been confirmed at the Heritage Lowman Nursing Home. The numbers break down as follows: 28 […]
Broken Leg Accidents
Legs are vital to walking and getting around. Breaking a bone in the leg is a serious injury that can impact mobility, quality of life, and the ability to work. At the Jeffcoat Firm, we have seen firsthand how leg fractures cause an extended period of pain and suffering, costly medical treatment, and keep victims […]
Whiplash Injury Attorneys in South Carolina
One of the most common types of injuries in a rear-end accident is a whiplash injury. This is often referred to as a soft-tissue injury because bones are not broken. However, even without the trauma of a broken bone, a strain on the head and neck can cause tremendous pain and neurological damage for months […]
Maximizing Your South Carolina Personal Injury Settlement
Recovering a maximum payout for a car accident settlement isn’t always easy. Unfortunately, many people who are victims of car accidents fall victim a second time to Insurance companies have “delay, deny, and defend” tactics to try and avoid paying you on your claim, and eventually pay you as little as possible. Claims adjusters are […]
Preventing South Carolina Distracted Driver Accidents
Accidents caused by distracted drivers are a huge problem in our country, with more than a million accidents caused by distracted drivers each year, resulting in thousands of fatalities and hundreds of thousands of injuries. The Jeffcoat firm has handled many South Carolina personal injury claims arising from accidents involving distracted drivers over the years. […]
11 Important Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer Before Hiring
Can Wrongful Death Happen in an Ambulance?
EMSs and paramedics are local heroes who often brave horrendous conditions to bring patients to hospitals for treatment – and they often provide temporary, life-saving care on the way. Unfortunately, they are also capable of making mistakes that can lead to the death of a patient. Due to the nature of ambulance care, wrongful death […]
What to Do if a Dog Bites You: 7 Key Steps to Take
According to the Center for Disease Control, 1 in 5 people need medical attention after being bitten by a dog. Almost 18% of dog bites result in bacterial infections, including rabies, MRSA and Tetanus. Although dogs can be close companions and fun to be with, they can also bite. If they do, there are certain […]
