On Oct. 1, OSHA kicked off its National Emphasis Program on trenching and excavation safety. With the NEP comes certain changes that employers in South Carolina will want to be aware of. Employers will also want to review OSHA's Trenching and Excavation Quick Card,...
Halloween and the threat of drunk or reckless drivers
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Oct 31, 2018 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Aside from ghosts and goblins, there are real dangers to Halloween. Among the biggest threats are drunk or reckless drivers. South Carolina residents who intend to party on Halloween or have children who will be trick-or-treating should consider the following safety...
Public remain skeptical about self-driving cars
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Oct 22, 2018 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Several car manufacturers have promised to introduce a fully autonomous car within the next five years, and many models currently on sale are equipped with autonomous and semi-autonomous accident prevention systems. However, the results of a recent poll conducted by...
Foot injuries on the job can be painfully damaging
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Oct 19, 2018 | Firm News, Workplace Accidents
Workers in South Carolina may be concerned about the potential for serious foot injuries on the job. Many employees frequently lift heavy items, walk long distances or stand for lengthy periods. While each of these tasks may ordinarily seem unremarkable, workers could...
NTSB lists ways to enhance motorcycle safety
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Oct 16, 2018 | Firm News, Motorcycle Accidents
The National Transportation Safety Board has a report out that should be of interest to both drivers and motorcyclists in South Carolina. After studying federal crash data, the agency found that many high-risk traffic situations between the two could be avoided if...
NEP for excavation updated for better safety enforcement
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Oct 8, 2018 | Firm News, Workers' Compensation
On October 1, 2018, OSHA's revised National Emphasis Program for trenching and excavation went into effect. The revision came as a response to the increasing number of worker deaths and injuries during trenching and excavation operations. South Carolina residents who...
Federal agency concludes worker deaths and injuries underreported
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Oct 2, 2018 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires employers in South Carolina to report workplace fatalities and severe injuries within 24 hours. When the Office of Inspector General investigated these serious incidents, it determined that deadly and serious...
AAA reports on drivers’ overreliance on safety tech
On Behalf of Smith & Griffith, LLP | Oct 2, 2018 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Residents of South Carolina who are concerned about the effects of vehicle safety technology on driving behaviors will want to know about a study conducted by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. It states that people are relying too heavily on driver assistance...
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