Business Litigation, Car Accident, Truck Accident, Workers Compensation
March 22nd, 2014
Personal Injury Mediation: 5 Things to Expect
In South Carolina, mediation is mandatory in many counties in state court as a part of the pre-trial process. The federal court in South Carolina frequently orders parties to conduct mediation as part of a scheduling order. Mediation is a non-binding process designed to facilitate a settlement Why mediation? Because it works in reaching a settlement, and works… Read More
Truck Accident
March 22nd, 2014
Truck Driver Accidents and Log Book Violations in South Carolina
By: Robert F. Goings Trucking Accidents: Driver Fatigue and Log Book Violations in South Carolina Owners and drivers of 18-wheelers and other over-the-road commercial vehicles must comply with Federal hours of service laws: No more than 11 hours driving following 10 consecutive hours off duty. No more than 14 total hours driving and working after starting… Read More
Truck Accident
March 20th, 2014
Common Causes of Truck Accidents in South Carolina
By: Robert F. Goings What Causes Truck Accidents in South Carolina? National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) data has confirmed that driver error is the leading cause of large truck accidents. Driver-related factors contributed to 31 percent of fatal truck accidents. In fact, the NTSB found that fatigue and overwork were responsible for up to 40 percent of… Read More
Car Accident, Truck Accident
March 17th, 2014
Eighteen Wheeler Truck Accident Statistics
Eighteen Wheeler Truck Accident Statistics By: Robert F. Goings In 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released its 2012 Annual Report which includes data regarding the number of people injured or killed in accidents involving large trucks. The NHTSA defines large trucks as vehicles with a gross weight of more than 10,000 pounds.… Read More
Car Accident, Truck Accident
March 16th, 2014
What to Do After a Car Accident- Best Advice!
By: Robert F. Goings WHAT TO DO AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT: Here is our best advise of what to do after a car or truck accident: Step 1 – Get Medical Attention Call 911 right away to make sure serious injuries get prompt medical attention. Even if you experience bruises, soreness, aches, or pains, go… Read More
Car Accident, Truck Accident
March 16th, 2014
South Carolina Car Accident Fatality Statistics
By: Robert F. Goings The number of fatal car accident dropped in South Carolina by approximately 15 percent in 2013 based on statistics from the South Carolina Department of Public Safety Traffic. The South Carolina Highway Patrol campaigned strongly for people to be aware of pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcycles during the year. The number of pedestrian and… Read More
Car Accident, Truck Accident
March 15th, 2014
Is a trucking company required to give a driver a drug test?
By: Robert F. Goings The Goings Law Firm, LLC is a Columbia, South Carolina truck accident law firm. Many trucking accident injuries happen because the driver is impaired or driving under the influence of drugs. A trucking company or motor carrier is required to perform a drug test on a driver or other employees in the certain… Read More
Car Accident, Truck Accident
March 14th, 2014
COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT UNDERINSURED MOTORIST COVERAGE (UIM) IN SOUTH CAROLINA
By: Robert F. Goings 1. What is Underinsured Motorist Coverage, or UIM? Answer: Underinsured motorist coverage is referred to as UIM. UIM compensates you, or other persons insured under your automobile insurance policy, for amounts which you legally may be entitled to collect as damages from an owner or operator of an at-fault underinsured motor… Read More
Truck Accident
March 14th, 2014
South Carolina Trucking Accident Lawyers in Columbia
By: Robert F. Goings If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident it is best that you hire truck accident lawyers who are knowledgeable in the state laws and truck regulations where the accident occurred. Reckless driving by truckers can lead to serious injuries such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic… Read More
Car Accident, Truck Accident
March 13th, 2014
Common Questions after a Car Accident – Dealing with the Auto Insurance Company
By: Robert F. Goings So you’ve been in a car accident – you’re hurt, injured, and your car has sustained significant property damage. You’re not sure what you should do? You will be faced with many challenging questions. Some of those question are… What do I say to my insurance company? Do I talk to… Read More
