South Carolina motorists may be interested to learn the U.S. government is considering requiring technology that would force drivers of semi-trucks and other large vehicles to dive slower while on the nation's highways. The federal agencies promoting the cap on speeds...
Working on computers for long hours can cause eye strain
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Aug 25, 2016 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
Many South Carolina workers are required to spend large amounts of time in front of a computer screen, tablet or smartphone. While these devices are often necessary to do a job successfully, they can increase the risk of digital eye strain. According to a report,...
When businesses offer workers’ compensation
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Aug 23, 2016 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
Employers in South Carolina and other states have certain responsibilities when their employees get injured while on the job. Most businesses are required to have workers' compensation insurance so that a worker receives part of their regular salary while recovering...
Fatigue while driving may lead to fatal accidents
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Aug 18, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
On Aug. 8, the Governors Highway Safety Association released a report that estimated that about 5,000 deaths in 2015 were because of motor vehicle accidents related to driving while drowsy. However, drivers in South Carolina and other states may not be aware of the...
Driver charged with DUI after 4-car crash
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Aug 11, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported a four-car accident July 26 that occurred on a bridge near Highway 17 at approximately 2:30 p.m. The crash took place between Georgetown and Pawleys Island. It appeared that the driver who may have caused the accident was...
Sistracted driving accidents and causes
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Aug 8, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
South Carolina drivers may believe that texting is the major cause of distracted driving, but research shows that the scope of the problem is much larger. For example, Pokemon Go, the augmented reality game that allows users to collect digital creatures in real-world...
Autonomous safety technology for road crews
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Aug 1, 2016 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
South Carolina residents may have heard about the development of autonomous vehicle technology that aids in braking and avoiding rear-end collisions. Now, technology that is being developed may help to keep workers safer while they are performing jobs along roads and...
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