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What Constitutes Wrongful Death?

In South Carolina, you may be eligible to recover for the death of your loved one if his or her death was caused by another person’s negligence or misconduct. Not all unintentional deaths are wrongful deaths, which will determine your eligibility to seek legal action. South Carolina law permits the...

How is Dash Cam Footage Useful in a Trial?

Dash cam footage has become one of the most powerful tools available in modern personal injury litigation, capturing the moments before, during, and after a crash with a clarity no eyewitness can match. At Douglas Jennings Law Firm LLC, we have used dash cam recordings to support clients injured in...

Dealing With Insurance Companies After a Crash

If you have recently been in an accident, you likely understand the headache of dealing with insurance. While it is understandable that you want to move on with your life, gathering pertinent documentation and evidence can allow you to recover the entirety of your damages. If the crash was caused...

Injuries Sustained from Multi-Truck Accidents

A multi-truck collision on Interstate 95 or U.S. Highway 17 in the Pee Dee Region can change lives in seconds. The sheer mass and force involved when two or more commercial vehicles collide leave occupants of nearby passenger cars facing some of the most catastrophic injuries seen on the road....

Why You Should Not Post on Social Media Following Your Accident

After an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, your social media activity can affect your insurance claim. The insurance company will scrutinize everything you post, and those posts can be used against you. To protect your claim, stay off social media until your claim is resolved. Working closely with an...

Steps to Take if Someone Hits and Runs from My Vehicle

Car accidents are dangerous and terrifying. If the at-fault driver flees the scene and ignores your well-being, the experience can feel even worse. Motorists in South Carolina are required to stop after traffic accidents, but not everyone does. If you are the unfortunate victim of such an event, our experienced...

Dashcam Footage in a Personal Injury Case

If you’ve been injured in a traffic accident of any kind, the strength of your claim will hinge on the available evidence, and dashcam footage can prove invaluable. Discuss your claim with an experienced Bennettsville traffic accident attorney at Douglas Jennings Law Firm, LLC, today. Eyewitness Testimony Is Subjective Eyewitness...

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Fatal Accident?

In South Carolina, family members can’t file a wrongful death lawsuit directly. The claim must be filed by the deceased person’s estate’s personal representative on your behalf. That rule surprises many families, and it usually delays cases at the exact moment time matters most. At Douglas Jennings Law Firm, LLC,...

How Long Do You Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim?

In South Carolina, most wrongful death claims must be filed within three years of the date of death. Miss that deadline, and the court can permanently refuse to hear your case, regardless of how strong the evidence is. If you’re unsure about the deadline for filing for wrongful death, connect...

Steps to Take Immediately After Someone Hits Your Car

When a driver knocks you off your feet, the shock can be immediate. However, the full weight of the injuries may not set in until hours later. Knowing what steps to take right away is critical, not just for your health, but for your ability to hold the negligent driver...

What Constitutes Reckless Driving?

Reckless driving isn’t just careless. It’s a conscious disregard for the safety of others on the road. In South Carolina, you can be charged with reckless driving if you operate a vehicle in a way that shows willful or wanton disregard for the rights or safety of others. That legal...

Causes of Rear-End Accidents

Getting rear-ended at a stoplight or during rush hour can lead to more than just vehicle damage. It can also result in weeks or months of pain, time off work, and a lengthy recovery. While most rear-end crashes are caused by careless drivers, proving that and getting full compensation isn’t...

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Employer of distracted trucker agrees to pay $3.75M to injured man

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Verdict Reach In Trial

Pee Dee Man Not Guilty

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Parole Granted For Dog Fighting Kingpin Tant

COLUMBIA, SC (WCSC) – South Carolina’s most notorious breeder of fighting pit bulls is getting out of prison after serving just six years of a 30-year sentence. A South Carolina parole board voted 5-2 in favor of granting parole to 63-year-old David Ray Tant on Wednesday morning. Tant will be...

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Spann Paroled