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What is Meant by Negligent or Inadequate Security?

By Simmons Law Firm |

When people think of premises liability, they may think of slips and falls. While these are the most common types of accidents on another person’s property, many people overlook the importance of security on the premises. Sadly, crime and other violent acts can be  caused by negligent or adequate security. In certain cases, a… Read More »

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Settlement Reached in Food Poisoning Death

By Simmons Law Firm |

Foodborne illnesses are a common issue. Whether you purchase food from a grocery store or eat a meal prepared at a restaurant, there is a risk of food poisoning. It is estimated that 48 million people get food poisoning every year, with approximately 3,000 people dying from food-related illnesses. Sadly, a South Carolina man… Read More »

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Breaking Down Radiology Malpractice

By Simmons Law Firm |

When you think of medical malpractice, you may think of negligence during a surgical procedure. However, many cases occur during less invasive procedures, such as those performed by radiologists. During biopsies and vascular procedures, medical errors can cause significant harm to patients. In fact, the error rate in radiology practice is quite high when… Read More »

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Sheriff’s Deputy Killed in Truck Accident

By Simmons Law Firm |

Law enforcement officials face a lot of dangers whether they are on or off duty. They can be shot at and stabbed. They can be assaulted. Like anyone else, they can also be victims of car accidents. They can be killed in these crashes. Sadly, this was recently the case in South Carolina. A… Read More »

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Dealing With Slips and Falls in the Hotel Industry

By Simmons Law Firm |

Slips and falls can happen anywhere, and hotels are no exception. Workers and guests alike can be injured after slipping on water or another substance. Slips and falls are one of the most common types of workplace injuries. In the hotel industry, it’s hard to prevent these accidents due to a labor shortage. However,… Read More »

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Motorcyclist Killed in Crash With Pickup Truck

By Simmons Law Firm |

Motorcycle crashes are common occurrences due to their size. Motorcycles are much smaller than passenger vehicles and harder to see. This means that crashes happen a lot. Unlike passenger vehicle accidents, motorcycle crashes are often severe. Many are deadly. Sadly, this was recently the case in Columbia. A motorcyclist was killed after crashing into… Read More »

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1 Killed, 1 Injured in Solo-Vehicle Crash

By Simmons Law Firm |

When people think of car accidents, they often imagine crashes involving multiple vehicles. However, not all accidents involve more than one vehicle. Solo-vehicle crashes are common occurrences, accounting for more than 50% of auto accidents.  and sadly, they often result in fatality. One person was recently killed in a solo-vehicle crash in Columbia. The… Read More »

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Truck Driver Killed in Crash With Tow Truck

By Simmons Law Firm |

When you think of a truck accident, you don’t usually think of the truck driver getting killed. Typically, it is a motorcycle rider, pedestrian, or driver of a passenger vehicle that is the victim. In a recent crash in South Carolina, the truck driver was killed. The fatal accident occurred on the afternoon of… Read More »

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Traumatic Brain Injuries Are More Traumatic Than Doctors Realize

By Simmons Law Firm |

When doctors call brain injuries traumatic, they’re not being dramatic. In the past, it was believed that many traumatic brain injuries would stabilize after a few years. This is apparently not the case, with many requiring long-term and even lifelong treatment. After analyzing more than 25 years of data from about 1,400 patients, researchers… Read More »

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Dangers of Drowsy Driving

By Simmons Law Firm |

Most of us have gotten behind the wheel of a vehicle when we weren’t feeling well-rested. Maybe it was late at night after a concert or other event and you just wanted to get home. Perhaps you went to work early in the morning despite being up all night with a newborn baby. Alcohol… Read More »

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