Category Archives: Car Accidents
How to Communicate with Insurers after a Car Accident
About 10% of motorists in South Carolina are insured. After a crash, insurance companies play a prominent role in gathering evidence and assessing fault. They will also take the lead on working out a settlement. Any motorist injured in a crash should reach out to Snyder Heitman LLC for legal assistance. You can hire… Read More »
Can Text Messages Be Used in a Car Accident Case?
Car accident cases range from fender benders where liability is clear to major accidents where both drivers point the finger at the other. Ideally, the at-fault motorist will quickly admit fault for your collision, and you can easily submit a claim on their liability insurance. Sadly, many motorists experience prolonged, difficult negotiations where fault… Read More »
Tire Blowouts: Who is Liable for This Tragic Accident?
Big rigs and other large trucks are heavy and difficult to drive safely. They need to be working in top condition so that they reach their destination without incident. Functioning tires are critical to any large truck, including semis. Tractor-trailers have 18 wheels, and if one blows, then the entire rig can become unmanageable…. Read More »
Do You Need a Lawyer for a Minor Car Accident?
Car accidents vary in severity, with some minor fender benders leaving only a small scratch on the body of the car, while other collisions send motorists to the hospital. Do you need a lawyer after your accident? There are many considerations, and you can contact Snyder Heitman, LLC, for advice. What is a Minor… Read More »
What Causes Lower Back Pain after a Car Accident?
After a car accident, many motorists reach for their lower back in pain. Lower back injuries are common after accidents, but there are difficulties with proper diagnosis, and pain is hard to manage. At Snyder Heitman, LLC, our firm consults with injured motorists who are dealing with all kinds of aches and pains after… Read More »
How Out-of-State Drivers Complicate Car Accident Cases
South Carolina is a magnet for visitors in the Spring. Drawn by our warm weather, tourists drive into South Carolina from distant states, and many businesses hold conferences in the state. While here, some visitors will get into car accidents. At Snyder Heitman, LLC, we know that an out-of-state driver can complicate a personal… Read More »
PTSD & Car Accidents
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common condition people experience after shocking events. Some studies show that about 40% of car accident survivors show symptoms of mild or moderate PTSD one month after a crash. Please go to the hospital if you notice any of the most common symptoms, including intrusive thoughts or avoidance… Read More »
Spinal Stenosis and Your Car Accident
Spinal stenosis is a type of degenerative spinal column injury. It is characterized by a narrowing of the channel which the spinal cord runs through. As this channel narrows, it can put pressure on the spinal cord, leading to pain, numbness, and weakness. Spinal stenosis almost always gets worse over time if you do… Read More »
How to Speed Up a Personal Injury Settlement
After a serious car accident, injured victims need financial compensation. They usually have expensive medical bills, as well as lost income or wages. It’s hard for the typical car accident victim to afford their daily expenses. A timely settlement is helpful. Unfortunately, many settlements are delayed for various reasons, and many people are pushed… Read More »
How to Seek Compensation after a Hit and Run
South Carolina experiences thousands of hit and run accidents each year. Each victim has their own story. Some people experience only property damage because they are thankfully in a store or at work when their parked car is hit. But some motorists are badly injured in a crash, only to watch helplessly as the… Read More »