There’s no experience quite like riding on the open road, but even the best bikers in South Carolina get into motorcycle accidents and sustain severe injuries as a result. Myrtle Beach and Horry County, in particular, experience a high number of motorcycle accidents – especially during the annual Myrtle Beach Bike Week. What’s worse, these injuries […]
Continue reading…What Causes Car Accidents on South Carolina Highways?
Car accidents are a tragic and painful part of life for drivers in South Carolina. Every day, people are injured or killed on the highways across the state, from rural two-lane highways to big, crowded highways like I-20 or I-95. At Wilcox, Buyck, & Williams, P.A., we know that understanding why these accidents happen can […]
Continue reading…Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, meaning it’s the perfect time to brush up on the dangers of distracted driving, the laws South Carolina has in place to prevent it, and the steps you can take to make a difference. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accident injuries and fatalities […]
Continue reading…Spring Market Trends: What to Expect in Real Estate This Season
The real estate market goes through cyclical changes for each season. Although winter, spring, summer, and fall have general trends year in and year out, specific economic and market circumstances in a particular year can also affect seasonal trends. Buyers and sellers looking to enter the real estate market in Spring 2025 should prepare themselves […]
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Most Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
A simple stroll or jog can turn tragic in the blink of an eye. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), thousands of pedestrians are hurt or killed each year in crashes. Injuries, including head trauma or broken bones, can lead to life-changing setbacks. The good news is that many of these incidents […]
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Springtime Safety: Preventing Slip & Fall Injuries
Spring may be in the air, but that doesn’t mean it’s all blue skies and sunshine. Chilly mornings and spring showers can still make for dangerous and slippery conditions, creating the perfect storm for slip-and-fall accidents. Slip-and-fall accidents can cause significant injuries. Taking proactive steps this spring can help protect you from common springtime slip-and-fall […]
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5 Common Defenses for Conspiracy Charges
A criminal conspiracy is the act of working in concert with one or more other people to engage in a specific criminal activity. A person may face a criminal conspiracy charge even if they did not commit another crime. While the consequences of conviction can be severe, there are several potential defenses to these serious […]
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What Are Economic Damages?
When someone gets hurt in an accident, and another party’s negligence plays a role, South Carolina law allows them to pursue compensation for the financial losses they have incurred. This compensation is called economic damages, and it covers the money you have already spent and the money you are likely to lose because of the […]
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6 Most Common Personal Injury Claims in South Carolina
According to data made available by Federal Courts, South Carolina has one of the highest per capita rates of personal injury claims in the country. The personal injury case rate in the state is over 200 percent higher than the national average, and over a third of civil cases in South Carolina were for personal […]
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South Carolina Dram Shop Laws
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), South Carolina is tied with Rhode Island for having the highest percentage of fatal traffic accidents attributed to drunk driving. But while drunk drivers bear most of the blame for these collisions, they are not the only ones responsible for their bad behavior. Bars, restaurants, liquor […]
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