We know how many questions you must have right now about your personal injury or workers' comp case, so we compiled this list of the questions we hear the most. If you have a question that is not answered here, please call our Columbia law office to speak with Kenneth Berger.
Should I Sign the Medical Authorization Forms The Insurance Company Sent Me After My Car Accident?
Keeping up with all the insurance company and claim information following a wreck can be challenging. So can deciding which forms you must sign, which...
What Is The Dangerous Impact Of Drunk Driving?
It seems that not enough drivers in South Carolina are making the responsible decision not to drink and drive. South Carolina consistently ranks among the...
Punitive Damages For Texting and Driving: Can I Get Punitive Damages Under SC Law If I Was Injured By a Driver Who Was Texting?
Texting and Driving Qualifies as Reckless Driving in South Carolina In South Carolina, punitive damages may be awarded if the at-fault driver was reckless or...
How can I tell if my loved one suffered a traumatic brain injury in a motorcycle accident? He doesn’t seem quite the same.
You have good reason to be concerned about your loved one right now. Even when motorcyclists wear a helmet, they are still not immune to traumatic...
South Carolina's Statute of Limitations for Dui Accident Lawsuit?
In the field of law, certain time limits dictate how long a legal action can be brought against someone. This is known as a “statute...
What is the Statute of Limitations For a Wrongful Death Action in South Carolina?
Statute of Limitations Against Governmental Defendants The time in which you have to file a lawsuit is known as the statute of limitations. Under the...
What Is the South Carolina Statute of Limitations for Boating Accidents?
If you’ve been involved in a boating crash in South Carolina, it’s crucial to understand the time limits for filing a lawsuit. These time limits,...
Should I Sign the Lien Letter from Lexington Medical Center?
What is a Lien Letter? Lexington Medical Center ("LMC") is aggressive in its billing practices. The hospital often mails auto accident victims, and other injured...
In South Carolina, Does Workers' Comp Pay For the Costs of My Future Medical Treatment?
South Carolina Workers’ Compensation law requires the insurance company to provide payment for the costs of future medical treatment arising from your on-the-job injury. When...
Do I Continue to Receive My SC Workers' Comp Check After the Doctor Releases Me to Light Duty?
When a doctor releases an injured worker in South Carolina to light duty, the employer is given the opportunity to accommodate the physical restrictions. However, if the...
Can a Hospital in South Carolina Refuse to Submit My Bill to Tricare After a Car Accident?
'The short answer is "No, a hospital cannot refuse to submit your medical bills to Tricare after a car accident," but that does not mean...
What Damages Can I Recover After Being Hit by a Drunk Driver in South Carolina?
If you have been hurt in an accident caused by a drunk driver, a civil lawsuit is how you and your family can start the...
The Right Train Accident Lawyer Can Make The Difference In Whether You Obtain Justice Frequent Questions
Does the Insurance Company Pay Me, or the Hospital After a Car Accident?
Unfortunately, insurance companies often provide injured people with a lot of "misinformation" following a wreck. One of the most common and most egregious examples is when...
What Do I Look for When Hiring a SC Truck Accident Attorney?
By considering these factors, you can select a South Carolina truck accident attorney who is not only qualified and experienced but also dedicated to advocating...
Will the Insurance Company Pay Three Times My Medical Bills After an Accident in South Carolina?
Years ago, the unwritten rule in South Carolina was that an insurance company would pay three times the amount of your medical expenses. The thinking was...
Will Medicaid Pay for My Child's Injuries in South Carolina?
File Your Child's Hospital Bills with Medicaid Medicaid is meant to protect South Carolina's children and ensure they get the medical treatment they need. Medicaid...
Why Is the Black Box Important After a Truck Accident?
These days, almost every commercial semi-truck is equipped with a “black box” or event data recorder device, though they are not required by law. Much...
Who Pays for the Rental Car after a Car Accident in South Carolina?
After an auto accident, one of your first concerns will be getting a rental car so you can get back and forth from work or...
Who Is Legally Responsible for Injuries on Rental Properties in South Carolina?
Owners, Renters, and Maintenance Companies Are Responsible for Property Regardless of whether the accident occurs at a commercial (e.g. office building, restaurant) or residential location...
Which Doctor Should I See if I Sustained a Concussion from a Car Wreck in South Carolina?
Car accidents send South Carolinians to the hospital with concussions every day. The emergency room doctors often perform CT scans, or even MRIs, before telling the...
Do I Need to Hire a Myrtle Beach Lawyer After a Vacation Injury?
Vacations are supposed to be a time for rest, relaxation, and spending time with loved ones. Unfortunately, accidents still happen, and suffering from an injury...
What You Should Do If You See A Drunk Driver?
What should you do if you see a drunk driver? One of the most frightening experiences while driving is when you suspect that a drunk driver...
What Should You do Immediately Following a Devastating DUI Crash?
Hit by a drunk driver? Every serious car wreck has the potential to cause harm, but a collision caused by someone who is driving under...
How do Drunk Driving Accidents Differ from Other Car Accidents?
What makes a DUI crash different? Crashes caused by drunk drivers can be devastating. There is simply no excuse for someone to become intoxicated, then get...
What is the Statute of Limitations Against CSX and Amtrak in SC?
How Much Time You Have to File a Lawsuit Against Amtrak Anyone injured in the 2018 collision between the Amtrak passenger rail and CSX cargo...
What is Failure to Yield?
The National Safety Council found that in 2019, 15% of fatal accidents were caused by drivers failing to yield while on the road. Because drivers...
What is a Covenant Not to Execute Judgment?
South Carolina car accidents are often settled by way of a "Release." In other instances, a Covenant Not to Execute Judgment ("Covenant") is preferable. A Covenant...
What Happens if My Company Terminates Me While I am Out on Workers' Comp in South Carolina?
You Cannot Be Fired for Filing a Workers' Comp Claim in SC Many people fear they will get fired if they pursue a workers’ compensation case in...
Dram Shop Laws in South Carolina: How They Can Affect Your Case
If you or a loved one have been injured in a wreck caused by a drunk driver, you’ve probably been left with lots of questions....
Can Unpaid Medical Bills From a Car Accident Affect My Credit?
Do unpaid medical bills affect my credit? The short answer is, "Yes, medical bills from a car accident can affect your credit." There are lots...
What Is The Drunk Driving Problem In South Carolina?
It is easy to think that your chances of being in a drunk driving crash are low, especially if you are a responsible driver yourself...
Can I Sue Workers' Comp for Pain and Suffering in South Carolina?
Pain and suffering - along with financial anxiety - often result from on-the-job injuries. And while you should receive medical care, payment for time missed...
Are You Required to Reimburse Medicaid After a Devastating Car Crash?
First, if you have Medicaid in South Carolina, you should use it to pay for all medical bills related to your car crash. Second, the...
What is an Attractive Nuisance?
Child injury law is a little bit different from regular adult personal injury situations, due to the natural curiosity and relative inexperience of young ones....
Compensation For Scars: How Much Should the Insurance Company Compensate Me for Scars Caused By an Accident in SC?
The answer to this question depends on whether your case falls under South Carolina's civil or workers' compensation system. For example, scarring caused by a...
Car Accident Permanent Injury Settlement: How Can I Get Fairly Compensated for My Permanent Physical Impairment After a Car Accident?
Approximately two million people suffer permanent injuries in car accidents each year, and according to South Carolina law, you should be compensated for past, present,...
Can I Receive Workers' Comp for Carpal Tunnel in South Carolina?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is often the result of repetitive trauma. In South Carolina, you can receive workers’ compensation benefits for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome if...
Can I Sue the Insurance Company for Bad Faith in South Carolina?
Yes, so long as certain elements are met, insurance companies can absolutely be sued and held accountable for their wrongdoing. Remember, all insurance policies are...
Can I Sue a Bar After I Was Injured by a Drunk Driver in SC?
If you or a loved one have been injured in a wreck caused by a drunk driver, you may suspect that the driver had previously...
Can I Receive Workers' Compensation Benefits in South Carolina if I Fail My Drug Test?
A Positive Drug Test Will Not Prevent You From Receiving Workers' Comp Benefits Workers’ compensation in South Carolina does not factor in negligence - be it on...
Can I Get a Judgment Against a Driver's Assets after a Car Crash in South Carolina?
If you’re looking for the short answer: Yes, you can receive a judgment against a negligent driver's assets after a car accident. However, there are usually better...
Can a Personal Injury Lawyer Help with My Workers' Compensation Case?
I get frustrated when I see lawyers in South Carolina advertise for cases they do not have much experience handling. For instance, many lawyers' websites...
Should I Sign a Letter of Protection to Get Medical Treatment After an Auto Accident?
Car crashes often result in injuries that require medical treatment. But what happens if you cannot afford necessary medical care? One option may be a...
How Much Compensation Should I Receive For The Concussion I Received in a Car Wreck?
Concussions are a common consequence of auto accidents in South Carolina. Whether it is a rear-end, head-on, or T-bone collision, your head can get thrown...
Impairment Ratings and Maximum Medical Improvement: What to Know, Factors Affecting Your Rating, and The Impairment Rating Scale
Workers’ compensation claims are complicated and involve a lot of legal terms. You may be confused when your doctor starts talking about “maximum medical improvement”...
How Can Unsecured Cargo Cause a Devastating Truck Crash?
There are millions of commercial trucks, semis, and other cargo vehicles on the roads and highways in South Carolina, carrying millions of dollars of freight...
How Can I Prove the Other Driver Was Texting at the Time of the Wreck?
There are thousands of rear-end collisions on South Carolina's roadways each year. Oftentimes, the person who has been injured knows intuitively that the at-fault driver...
How Do Speeding Semi-Trucks Cause Devastating Accidents?
Semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles are massive and powerful machines. On many stretches of highway in South Carolina, the speed limit for these huge...
How Do Semi-Truck Tire Problems Cause Disastrous Car Accidents?
Semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, tankers, and other large vehicles are designed to take heavy punishment from frequent use, but they require constant maintenance to stay in operating...
How Can Faulty Semi-truck Brakes Cause A Disastrous Accident?
Those who operate semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, tankers, and other commercial vehicles have a responsibility to make sure that their vehicles are maintained appropriately for use on...
What Are Punitive Damages and What You Should Know
In any personal injury lawsuit in civil court, there are three types of potential damage awards available. Economic damages are compensation for the actual costs...
How Much Money Should Workers' Comp Pay You for an On the Job Brain Injury in South Carolina?
On-the-job brain injuries are a common occurrence in Columbia and other parts of South Carolina. When an employee sustains a head injury, the first concern...
Do Parents Receive Any Type of Compensation If Their Child Is Injured in South Carolina?
I represent lots of children, which means I meet with lots of parents. The focus is always the young person's health and well-being. A secondary...
How Much is My Workers' Compensation Case in South Carolina Worth?
South Carolina workers’ compensation law provides a number of benefits, including medical treatment, payment for time missed from work due to injury, and compensation for...
How Much Do Personal Injury Lawyers Charge in South Carolina?
What is a Contingency Fee? Most South Carolina personal injury attorney teams in Columbia, Lexington, and throughout South Carolina, charge 33%-40% based on the amount...
How Long Does a Truck Accident Lawsuit Take in South Carolina?
The duration of a truck accident lawsuit in South Carolina varies based on several factors, including the severity of your injuries, what medical treatment you...
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After an 18-Wheeler Crash?
Understanding the statute of limitations is crucial when dealing with legal matters, including truck accident lawsuits. This legal time frame sets the deadline for filing...
How Long Do Children Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in South Carolina?
The Statute of Limitations for Child Injuries While the statute of limitations is only two to three years for adults in South Carolina, children generally have...
How Is Lost Income / Lost Wages Calculated in a South Carolina Personal Injury Case?
Under South Carolina law, the person or entity that caused your harm must make you whole. In other words, they must compensate you for every...
How Do Criminal DUI Charges Influence Civil Cases?
If you have been involved in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, the chances are good that you will want to file a...
How Can I figure Out if My Employer Has South Carolina Workers' Compensation Insurance?
The South Carolina workers' compensation system is complicated enough, but some employers make it even harder by ignoring the law. Some companies can be outwardly hostile,...