COLUMBIA Injury Law Blog

Getting into an accident on the road can be as shocking as it is physically dangerous. Both the shock and the potential for bodily harm are magnified when the crash involves a large commercial vehicle. When fully loaded, semi trucks can weigh up to 40 tons, and they are capable of riding or rolling over… Read More

If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident caused by someone else, you could be entitled to compensation. It is critical that all details surrounding the incident are reported correctly. Insurance companies will look for small details in the report that, if taken out of context, could hurt your chances of receiving fair, full… Read More

After you’ve been involved in a car accident, there are a few documents you’ll need to get for your insurance company. Even though you’re probably not in the mood to think about it right away, you still need to get the accident report. This report is completed by the law enforcement officer who responded to… Read More

When something important happens to you, the first thing you probably want to do is post it on your social media. This is something that has become part of our lifestyle, and most of the time, it isn’t a problem. However, posting pictures on Facebook or Instagram after an accident is a very bad idea… Read More

When it comes to road accidents, there are many different variables to factor in. But these differences manifest in particularly significant ways when we consider the differences between a car accident and an accident with a commercial truck. If you have been the unfortunate victim of an accident with a large commercial vehicle and you… Read More

Formal education isn’t a requirement to become a commercial truck driver, although entry-level drivers are required to take training with a registered training provider. Prospective trucking employees must complete tests successfully and obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Since large trucks, such as tractor-trailers, are difficult to operate, truckers need a comprehensive knowledge of how… Read More

When you seek medical treatment for injuries you suffered in a car accident, you likely are not thinking about your claim for compensation. But the doctors that you seek treatment from for your car accident injuries can serve as an important resource to help you secure the financial recovery you need and deserve. Below we’ve… Read More

Millions of people across the country hit the road during the holidays, either to travel to visit family or friends in another town or state, or to go on vacation. But a long road trip requires taking steps to ensure that you stay safe on the road. Below we’ve identified five important tips to keep… Read More

Fall may be the quintessential time to enjoy a long motorcycle ride. The weather is crisp and mild, and the scenery is breathtaking. It may also be the last time you get to enjoy a ride on the open road before the cold, harsh weather of winter sets in. However, autumn can present a few… Read More

The Goings Law Firm, LLC is pleased to announce that Horry County Schools have agreed to pay $260,000.00 to a Horry County School Board Member who was injured in a trip and fall due to defective and unsafe steps at the district office.  The steps violated several state and federal safety codes in failing to… Read More