What If the At-Fault Driver in South Carolina is Uninsured?
Drivers in South Carolina must carry liability insurance — at least $25,000 for property damage, $25,000 for bodily injury and death to one person, and $50,000 for bodily injury and…
Defective Road Accidents in South Carolina
There are many ways to get into an accident while traveling the roads and highways of South Carolina. One cause of crashes that travelers in South Carolina should not face…
How Commercial Truck Accidents Differ From Car Accidents
Any vehicle accident is a traumatic experience, but being involved in a crash with a commercial truck can be devastating. About 1 in 10 highway deaths occur in a collision…
Choosing the Right Car Insurance for the Coverage You Need
Most people do not spend enough time reviewing their car insurance. Most renew their car insurance year after year without considering whether they have the right coverage as their needs…
Do I Have a Car Accident Injury Case?
Data reveals motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of injuries in the country. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports there are more than 6 million car crashes…
Tips for Finding A Personal Injury Attorney Online
We understand that needing a personal injury attorney to stand for your rights usually comes at an extremely stressful time in your life. If you are on the hunt to…
The First Steps to Take After an Injury
If you are injured at work, take these immediate steps: If you are injured on the job, follow the employer’s policies and report your injury as soon as possible. Report…
Dangers of Texting and Driving
Recently, Attorney Ben Akery visited Cane Bay High School where he educated their senior students on the dangers of distracted driving. Educating young drivers on the dangers of distracted driving…
Historic Snowfall in Charleston Leads to Car Accidents; Know Your Rights
On January 3rd, the Charleston International Airport witnessed 6 inches of snow, breaking the snowfall record from the winter of 1989. Â With 5 inches of snow covering most of the…
Winter driving safety tips for South Carolina
As winter approaches, driving can become extremely dangerous. These next few months can bring fog, black ice and thunderstorms. Snow and ice can also create hazardous roads for South Carolina…
Why are car accidents so common in South Carolina?
In 2015 nearly 1,000 people died in South Carolina as a result of being involved in car accidents, making the state’s traffic fatality rate approximately 20 deaths per 100,000, a…
Steinberg Law Firm Proud to Announce $1.9M Verdict in Auto Tort Case
The Steinberg Law Firm is proud to announce that attorney Michael J. Jordan was successful in his first solo court trial, securing a $1.9 million verdict for his client Kenneth Crites. Crites…
3 Ways to Keep Bicyclists Safe on the Road
There are several key rules motorists should follow in order to ensure they share the road safely with bicyclists. For example, something as simple as checking your blind spots carefully…
Car Accidents Are More Common In The Summer: How To Stay Safe This Year
In the summer months, car accidents tend to occur more frequently. The presence of more teen drivers, road congestion, construction, alcohol impairment and excessive heat give rise to an increase…
Three Safety Tips For Traveling Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend maybe full of fun and the sun, but according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, it is also one of the biggest weekends for auto accidents….
Auto Accident Attorney For Parking Lot Collisions
When you picture an auto accident you probably visualize a highway or road collision. But car wrecks can happen in private and public parking lots too. While fortunately, most parking…
Car Wrecks Involving Pedestrians
Every year, pedestrian-automobile accidents occur while people are crossing busy streets or highways, while children are walking to school or playing outside, and even while pedestrians are simply walking on…