South Carolina Personal Injury Law Firm Blog

A 34-year-old research librarian has been awarded $8 million by a Richmond, Virginia jury for injuries she suffered when struck by a GRTC Transit System bus in 2007, reports the Richmond Times-Herald.

The librarian suffered spinal and shoulder damage as well as hip and pelvis fractures when she was struck by the bus which made a right hand turn as she was crossing the street beside the Library of Virginia. She will probably need multiple hip replacement surgeries before she turns 50-years-old.

The bus company originally offered a $1.8 million settlement. The $8 million awarded was the full amount requested in the case.

Personal injury deals with injuries caused by the negligence of others. If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of another, the attorneys at Louthian Law Firm can help. Call us for a free consultation at Toll free: (866) 454-1200 or Locally: (803) 454-1200..

Transit Bus Personal Injury Suit

Labels: AutoAccident, car crash, personalinjury

A Jersey County, Illinois, jury ruled that Thirsty's Tavern should pay the family of a 19-year-old girl who died in an alcohol-related accident, more than half a million dollars, reports the Journal-Courier.

The girl was a passenger on a motorcycle driven by a 24-year-old boy who had been drinking at the tavern for several hours before the accident. The driver was also killed in the accident.

The lawsuit claimed the young man's drinking at the tavern owned by his father, caused his intoxication which was one of the causes of the girl's death. Toxicology reports showed no alcohol in the young girl's system while the young man's was almost double the legal limit for Illinois.

Judgment limitations under Illinois' Dramshop Act will limit the award to closer to $100,000.

Vehicle accidents are the leading killer of Americans and the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries. If you have been injured or lost a loved one due to a motor vehicle accident, the attorneys at Louthian Law Firm can help. Call us for a free consultation at Toll free: (866) 454-1200 or Locally: (803) 454-1200..

Tavern Wrongful Death

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Indian Country Today reports what may be the largest personal injury claim ever in a tribal court has been awarded to a man who lost his leg in a 2006 accident.

In November, 2006, the man and his wife went to the Foxwoods Grand Pequot Hotel to celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary, according to the article. The husband was unloading the trunk of his car when a runaway car started by a valet, crashed into him. The valet had intended to turn to turn the key to the accessory position in order to lower the windows but turned the car to "start" instead. The car lunged forward, crushing the man against his car, then knocked him to the pavement and pinned him underneath.

The lawsuit claimed the Mashantucket Pequot Gaming Enterprise, owner of the hotel, was liable for not properly training its employees.

Personal injury deals with injuries caused by the negligence of others. If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of another in South Carolina, the attorneys at Louthian Law Firm can help. Call us for a free consultation at Toll free: (866) 454-1200 or Locally: (803) 454-1200. or use our online contact form.

Personal Injury Tribal Court Award

Labels: AutoAccident, car crash, personalinjury

A Utah 4th District Court jury has awarded the family of a man killed in a traffic accident in 2006 almost $4.4 million, reports The Salt Lake Tribune.

Due to state law caps on damages against the state and the victim's share of the responsibility, the award will be reduced by almost $2 million.

The family of the Payson man sued the state Department of Transportation and a subcontractor for failing to post appropriate signs warning of traffic delays as they were working on the reconstruction of a bridge. The man was killed as he came over the crest of a hill and tried to swerve to miss the driver ahead of him who slammed on his brakes to avoid hitting cars stopped because of the bridge project. He crashed his vehicle and died 13 days later.

The jurors awarded almost $3 million for economic damages and $375,000 each for the man's wife and three children.

If you have been in an accident, it’s important to make sure you understand your legal rights. You may be able to recover money for medical bills, lost wages, funeral costs, as well as compensation for wrongful death or permanent disability. Contact the experienced car accident attorneys at the Louthian Law Firm for a free evaluation of your case at Toll free: (866) 454-1200 or Locally: (803) 454-1200. or fill out our confidential online consultation form.

Automobile Wrongful Death

Labels: AutoAccident, car crash, WrongfulDeath

A 46-year-old woman who suffered spinal and other injuries resulting in the amputation of her right hand as a result of an automobile accident has filed a $10 million lawsuit against the other driver, reports The Times of Northwest Indiana.

The lawsuit names the driver of a Walker's Specialized Logistics pick-up truck claiming he was impaired at the time of crash and was suffering from a known medical condition. The owner of the truck and Walker's Specialized Logistics were also targeted stating they knew or should have known the driver was incapable of driving the truck safely.

Witness accounts state the pick-up truck struck a van, then turned to go in the opposite direction where he struck five other vehicles before ending up in a ditch.

If you have been in a South Carolina car accident, it’s important to make sure you understand your legal rights. You may be able to recover money for medical bills, lost wages, funeral costs, as well as compensation for wrongful death or permanent disability. Contact the experienced car accident attorneys at the Louthian Law Firm for a free evaluation of your case at Toll free: (866) 454-1200 or Locally: (803) 454-1200. or fill out our confidential online consultation form.

Indiana Vehicle Personal Injury Lawsuit

Labels: auto accident, AutoAccident, car crash, personalinjury

$29.4 million was awarded to the family of a man who was killed during a multi-car collision in 2002. Peter Malkin died from brain damage and internal injuries after his SUV was broadsided by a tractor trailer. The accident was caused by an exploding container that had fallen off of another semi truck. Malkin's wife swerved to miss the container, causing their SUV to enter the truck's path. The driver of the overloaded truck and the two companies that owned the truck and leased the trailer have been found liable for damages.

If you have lost a loved one due to a trucking accident, you have every right to demand compensation and closure. The truck accident attorneys of The Louthian Law Firm understand the impact that a tragic death can have on your life. We have been helping families recieve the compensation they deserve for almost 50 years. Don't wait; contact us for a free consultation by calling Toll free: (866) 454-1200 or Locally: (803) 454-1200..

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Labels: auto accident, AutoAccident, car crash, personalinjury, TruckAccident

The California Supreme Court will review an $82.6 million verdict awarded after a 2002 rollover accident left a woman paralyzed. The high court last week granted Ford Motor Company's petition for review. The state appeals panel declined to reduce the $55 million punitive damages part of the verdict or to grant a new trial.

If you or someone you care about has been injured by a defective product, you have the right to ask the manufacturer for money to cover your medical bills, property damage, pain and suffering and any permanent disability or loss. In order to protect that right, you should speak with the experienced product injuries attorneys at the Louthian Law Firm as soon as possible. We have more than 40 years of experience helping injured South Carolinians seek justice, and we’re committed to ensuring that you get the best legal representation possible. For a free consultation, call us today at Toll free: (866) 454-1200 or Locally: (803) 454-1200..

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Labels: AutoAccident, car crash, personalinjury, products

The city of Chesapeake, Va. has agreed to pay $4.3 million to settle a federal lawsuit filed on behalf of two North Carolina teens injured in a 2006 crash. The teens were severely injured when an SUV going the other way swerved off the road, damaged a tire because of a deep rut and crashed into their Mustang, according to an attorney in the case. He said city officials knew about the rut but failed to repair it.

The Louthian Law Firm has defended the rights of accident victims and other injured South Carolinians since 1959, and we’re committed to providing personalized service to you while aggressively going after wrongdoers. And because we know how financially devastating an accident can be, we never charge you a dime until your case is won. For a free evaluation of your case, call us today at Toll free: (866) 454-1200 or Locally: (803) 454-1200.

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Labels: auto accident, AutoAccident, car crash, personal injury

Driving while impaired. Felony hit-and-run. Open container in vehicle. Driving with a revoked license. Felony speeding to elude arrest. Running a stop sign. Any one of these violations could result in a brush with law enforcement. But when Richard Green of Tabor City got behind the wheel on Monday, March 3, he racked up all six charges in a car chase that led to a South Carolina Car Accident involving four other vehicles.

Though nobody was seriously injured in the crash, Green, who had a passenger in his vehicle at the time of the incident, managed to total his car and set it on fire. He evaded law enforcement and caused a five-vehicle crash while driving more than 100 miles per hour to elude the police. After escaping the scene of the crash, Green was apprehended and charged with a laundry list of accusations.

This is a classic case of a Columbia SC auto crash turned criminal. Not only does the case now involve four other parties – a nightmare of negotiating with insurance companies – but law enforcement was involved as well. Though the police will doubtlessly do an investigation of the scene themselves, it is up to the drivers whose cars were damaged and who sustained injuries to arrange for their own investigations of the crash to protect their rights. Green will need an experienced attorney indeed to navigate both the criminal and civil systems, both in the lawsuits that are likely to follow and in his own quest to stay out of jail.

Many individuals who are injured or sustain property damage during a car crash do not realize that they need a powerful ally – an experienced car crash attorney with a great track record, a reputation for customer service and the resources it takes to investigate a car crash and fight for their client’s rights in court. The right lawyer can handle all negotiations with other parties and insurance companies. They can evaluate your claim, conduct complex investigations, and fight for you in court. The Louthian Law Firm has been providing these services for nearly 50 years. Involved in a multi-car crash or a South Carolina car accident with a criminal component? Don’t wait. Call us today for a free phone consultation.

Labels: auto accident, AutoAccident, car crash, personal injury

A 21-year-old Iraq war veteran will never get the chance to reunite with his young wife, who remained in Iraq at the time of the South Carolina car crash that claimed his life. The man, George Elizondo, had served his tour of duty in Iraq as a naval medic and hospital corpsman. Distracted driving and extreme weather has been blamed for the crash, but Elizondo’s family, especially his bereft wife and mother, is looking for answers as to the circumstances surrounding his untimely death.

One-car crashes present a special challenge for car crash lawyers, especially when the victim dies at the scene. Naturally, family members want answers and to find out who, if anyone, is responsible for death, injury, or damage to property. Reconstructing this event involves an intensive investigation that draws upon expert opinions and evidence to put together a picture of what actually occurred on the scene. This information is in turn used to identify potentially responsible parties, who can then be targeted in the courts for damages related to the death, injury, or property damage in question.

Although car crash investigations can be time-consuming and tedious, in the right hands they turn into vital tools for getting the compensation victims and their families deserve. The key: an auto accident lawyer with the savvy, experience, track record, and connections it takes to properly investigate a car crash.

Looking for answers and compensation for a car crash that’s affected you or a loved one? You may have recourse even if the death or injury occurred during a one-car crash. Turn to the experts – The Louthian Law Firm has been helping clients get the compensation they deserve from South Carolina Auto Accidents since 1959. Call today for a free case consultation.

Labels: auto accident, AutoAccident, car crash, personal injury