Category Archives: Car Accidents
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 »
How Weather and Road Conditions Affect Car Accident Liability in South Carolina
Car accidents don’t always happen because of reckless drivers alone. Poor weather and dangerous road conditions often play a major role in crashes throughout South Carolina. Heavy rain, fog, black ice, and even poorly maintained roads can all make driving risky. But here’s the important question: Who is responsible for an accident when weather… Read More »
What Happens if a Car Accident Involves a Rideshare Driver (Uber/Lyft) in South Carolina?
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have made getting around Greenville and the rest of South Carolina more convenient than ever. But when a rideshare vehicle is involved in a car accident, determining who is responsible for paying damages becomes more complicated than in a typical crash. At Snyder Heitman LLC, our Greenville car accident… Read More »
Do You Have to Go to Court for a Car Accident Claim in South Carolina?
After a car accident, one of the most common questions people ask is: “Will I have to go to court?” The thought of testifying before a judge or jury can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already dealing with injuries, medical bills, and lost income. The good news is that most South Carolina car accident claims… Read More »