Most Dangerous Intersections and Roads in South Carolina

Posted in Interesting Articles,Rules Of The Road on March 25, 2024

Accidents can occur on any road at any time, but certain areas throughout South Carolina have earned a notorious reputation for being particularly hazardous. If you live or drive in South Carolina, here’s what you should know about the state’s most dangerous roads and intersections. What Makes Certain Roads and Intersections More Dangerous? Roads and… read more

What You Need to Know About South Carolina Helmet Laws

Posted in Interesting Articles on January 15, 2024

Motorcycle helmet requirements are a touchy subject for many riders, including motorcyclists in South Carolina. However, no matter how you feel about helmet rules, you need to follow the law. The South Carolina motorcycle accident attorneys at The Melonakos Law Firm want to help you stay safe and protect your rights the next time you’re… read more

What Is a South Carolina FR-10 Form?

Posted in Interesting Articles on December 19, 2023

Have you been involved in a motor vehicle collision in South Carolina? You may be entitled to compensation if your accident resulted from another driver’s carelessness. Knowing what to do in the aftermath of a car crash can play a significant role in whether you receive the compensation you deserve. Completing and submitting the South… read more

NHTSA Releases Early Data on 2022 Traffic Accident Deaths

Posted in Interesting Articles on March 31, 2023

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released its early estimate of motor vehicle traffic deaths for the first nine months of 2022. The preliminary data indicate several changes from the previous year, including a decrease in the rate of accident fatalities but an increase in pedestrian, cyclist, and motorcyclist deaths. Decrease in Vehicle… read more

Elements of a Wrongful Death Claim

Posted in Interesting Articles on February 20, 2023

It is essential to understand the elements of a wrongful death case to establish liability and prove you are entitled to compensation after losing a loved one. Pursuing an insurance claim or wrongful death lawsuit requires specific steps. If you cannot prove someone else is at fault for your family member’s death, recovering financial compensation… read more

WILL COVID-19 IMPACT MY PERSONAL INJURY CASE?

Posted in Interesting Articles on April 30, 2020

Life already feels upended after an accident. It can sometimes seem impossible to imagine eventually getting back to work, family and your social life as you recover from injuries. Now, with the COVID-19 pandemic and our stay at home order, a return to normal may seem even more distant. In our home, it’s been quite… read more

E-Scooter Safety

Posted in Interesting Articles on March 21, 2019

Have you ever taken an electric scooter for a ride? In Atlanta, they’re everywhere. You won’t go very far in Midtown Atlanta without seeing one. They’re touted as a great way to get around traffic-jammed cities like Atlanta and Los Angeles. And they’ve done seemingly well so far. But as much fun as they look,… read more

Why Slip and Fall Claims Get a Bad Rap

Posted in Interesting Articles on February 4, 2019

Why do people think you’re lying or exaggerating about your slip and fall claim? Over the years, I have had the privilege of helping clients who have been seriously injured after slipping/tripping and falling at a store or on a business property. More often than not, these cases won’t settle without us filing a lawsuit… read more

Dangerous Rule Change for California Truck Drivers

Posted in Interesting Articles on January 3, 2019

Business Insider: California Truck Drivers Respond to FMCSA Ruling Profits drive companies, and time is money. But should our safety come second to a company’s profits? Business Insider reported that highway safety took a step backward in December. Interstate truck drivers in California learned they will no longer get paid rest breaks. With encouragement from… read more

A More Fatal Christmas Season on Georgia Roadways

Posted in Interesting Articles on January 3, 2019

Increased Christmas Season Traffic Deaths in Georgia Here’s a frightening statistic: there were 73% more fatal car wrecks and 35% more car crashes in Georgia over the 2018 Christmas travel period (Dec 21-26) than the same period in 2017. There were 26 deaths in 2018 vs. 15 in 2017, and there were 700 wrecks in… read more