Monthly Archives: October 2023
Settlement Reached in Food Poisoning Death
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 »
Breaking Down Radiology Malpractice
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 »
Sheriff’s Deputy Killed in Truck Accident
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 »
Dealing With Slips and Falls in the Hotel Industry
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 »
Motorcyclist Killed in Crash With Pickup Truck
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 »
1 Killed, 1 Injured in Solo-Vehicle Crash
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 »
Truck Driver Killed in Crash With Tow Truck
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 »