Although South Carolina workers in trenching and excavation jobs may be aware of the dangers that they face, it is good to review safety standards periodically to ensure that the best practices are in play on an ongoing basis. The major areas contributing to serious...
Volvo aims to make death-proof vehicles
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Jan 26, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Many of the car accidents that take place in South Carolina and around the country could be avoided if cars were equipped with autonomous technologies, according to some car manufacturers. Recently, automaker Volvo announced that it had plans to create a 'death-proof"...
Top causes of disabling workplace injuries
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Jan 19, 2016 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
South Carolina workers in all different types of occupations can be injured due to overexerting themselves. According to the 2016 Workplace Safety Index that was released by Liberty Mutual on Jan. 14, overexertion tops the list of common causes of disabling workplace...
Just a few inches of snow can make roads treacherous
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Jan 14, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
South Carolina motorists rarely encounter significant accumulations of ice or snow, but they can turn the winter months into an ordeal for drivers in areas of the country with less forgiving climates. While it is well known that blizzard conditions can make driving...
In 2015, mine deaths fell to new lows
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Jan 11, 2016 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
A January 2016 report from the Mine Safety and Health Administration may be of interest to some people in South Carolina. The report looked at the number of mine deaths that occurred in 2015 and showed that they have reached levels that are historically low.According...
Dangers of keyless ignition systems and carbon monoxide
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Jan 6, 2016 | Firm News, Wrongful Death
A feature that is often touted to sell new cars to people in South Carolina is a keyless ignition system. While these systems are popular, they also bring hidden dangers about which people should be aware. Unlike keyed ignition systems, keyless systems do not...
Ways employers and insurance companies minimize costs
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Jan 4, 2016 | Firm News, Workers' Compensation
When South Carolina workers are injured on the job, it is important for them to understand some of the tactics their employer and the employer's workers' compensation insurance carrier may take. It is common for both employers and insurance companies to try to either...
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