South Carolina Legal Blog - Whetstone Perkins & Fulda
Accident Lawyers in Columbia, Myrtle Beach, Kingstree and Marion, South Carolina
September 10, 2019
Truck accidents are not uncommon in the United States. Trucking remains one of the best ways to transport goods all across the country. Most truckers are attentive, hard-working professionals who are always looking out for other motorists. Unfortunately, as is the case in any profession, a few bad actors can cause serious damage. Negligent truck drivers, as well as negligent parties elsewhere in the chain of operation, do cause deadly crashes daily. You may have a case if you were injured. For a free case review, please call...
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August 23, 2019
The attorneys at Whetstone Perkins & Fulda are passionate about pursuing justice for victims of negligence in South Carolina. A recent fatal incident involving a 35-year-old man and the state Department of Mental Health illustrates just how deadly and dangerous healthcare negligence can be.
William Avant's Death Ruled a Homicide
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June 28, 2019
Motorcycle accidents easily lead to catastrophic damage because they don't offer the rider any protection. Experienced motorcyclists know how to contend with the common hazards to mitigate their risk. If you were involved in an accident with a careless motorist, you may be eligible to pursue compensation with the help of our experienced accident attorneys in South Carolina. For a free case review, please call Whetstone Perkins & Fulda at 803-799-9400.
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June 06, 2019
Earlier this month, the Supreme Court of the United States rejected a petition to hear a wrongful death case that would have challenged the Feres doctrine. This nearly 70-year-old precedent bars American service members and their families from suing the U.S. government for injury or death caused by their military service. Opponents of the Feres...
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May 30, 2019
The effects of a brain injury can be lifelong. The attorneys at Whetstone Perkins & Fulda have seen the effects and the consequences for the lives of their clients. Although treatments can help brain injury victims adapt to life after their injury, it's still a tough road. We are passionate about advocating for them. In a claim handled by our lawyers, we pursue maximum compensation for victims who have suffered brain injury because of someone else's negligence. We pursue every dollar you need and deserve for things...
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April 03, 2019
April marks National Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the United States. This source of car accidents remains a pressing problem across the country, and South Carolina is no different. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, thousands of people are killed and hundreds of thousands are injured in...
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February 13, 2019
When you and your family entrust your loved one’s well-being to a nursing home or senior living community, you expect that their needs will be met with dignity and respect. Sadly, some communities and caregivers don’t uphold your trust. When nursing home abuse and neglect occur, your loved one may be unable to — or too afraid to — speak up. Be on the lookout for these five signs of potential abuse and neglect so you can help give your loved one a voice.
1. Your Loved One Has Poor Personal Hygiene
One of the primary...
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February 04, 2019
The aftermath of a car accident tends to be anything but orderly. If you've been involved in a crash before, you're familiar with the feelings of frustration, bewilderment and uncertainty that follow. Best case scenario, the accident is a major inconvenience and throws your day off. Worst case scenario, you are left with a life-threatening and life-altering physical injury.
For a free case evaluation with the experienced South Carolina accident attorneys at Whetstone Perkins & Fulda, please call 803-799-9400...
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January 15, 2019
When you suspect your loved one is being abused or neglected at the hands of nursing home staff, you should listen to that instinct. Call our attorneys as soon as possible. We know all of the relevant state laws and nursing home regulations. Your loved one has rights. As the family member, you may feel uncertain about...
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January 03, 2019
Hundreds of people are killed in motor vehicle accidents in South Carolina every year. A good portion of those accidents involve an alcohol-impaired driver. As experienced attorneys serving this state, we know the irreparable loss of a fatal accident. If your loved one was killed in a crash caused by someone else's negligence, then you may be owed wrongful death compensation for the losses and pain caused by the death. In drunk driving cases, sometimes the bar or liquor establishment that served the obviously drunk...
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