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Auto Accidents:

Improving Auto Safety
There are many actions that consumers can take to help make cars and roads safer for everyone whether it concerns reporting car safety issues or being a more aware and conscientious driver.
Auto Insurance
The state of South Carolina requires that all drivers buy liability and uninsured motorist coverage to drive legally in the state. This information from the South Carolina Department of Transportation provides important information in understanding your auto insurance policy.
Buying Auto Insurance
How to select a company and agent and things you should know about buying auto insurance.
If you have been injured by a distracted driver, Conway SC / Myrtle Beach auto accident attorney, Dirk Derrick, can help you protect your family's health and livelihood. With 23 years experience representing victims of distracted drivers, Dirk will give his best efforts to insure you are protected for past and future damages. Call Myrtle Beach Car Accident Lawyer at 843-248-7486.
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, distracted driving is any non-driving activity a person engages in that has the potential to distract him or her from the primary task of driving and increase the risk of crashing.
Cost of Speeding-related crashes
Speeding is one of the most prevalent factors contributing to traffic crashes. The economic cost to society of speeding-related crashes is estimated by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to be $40.4 billion per year. In 2008, speeding was a contributing factor in 31 percent of all fatal crashes, and 11,674 lives were lost in speeding-related crashes.
How to Deal with Aggressive Drivers
The NHTSA offers helpful advice on how to deal with aggressive drivers in order to protect your and your passengers' safety.
Biggest Mistakes You Can Make With Insurance Adjusters
This article outlines common mistakes made after an injury has been sustained in regards to insurance adjusters and what you should do instead.
Do you need an attorney?
This article gives different scenarios in which an individual is injured and discusses whether or not an attorney is needed after an accident or other situation causing personal injury.
How to buy the automobile insurance coverage you need
Having substantial insurance coverage on ALL of your vechicles may be easily affordable. Having the right coverage and the right amount of Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist coverage is vital to protecting yourself and your family's needs in the event of a car or truck accident. Review your policies today with The Derrick Law by calling 1-800-704-5412 and make sure you could collect all of your legal damages if an accident occurred.
Biggest Mistakes made by Injured Victims
"Biggest Mistakes made by Injured Victims of Accidents" When someone is injured by the negligence or recklessness of someone else, they enter into an arena in which they have no prior knowledge or understanding. Unfortunately, decisions made after an accident can determine if they obtain the necessary financial assistance to make sure they can take care of their health needs, both present and future, as well as their livelihoods due to disability that results from the accident. This article lists the Biggest Mistakes Made by Injured Victims that I have seen over the past 20 years representing the injured in the Myrtle Beach / Conway / Grand Strand area.
Child Passenger Safety: - How to Best Protect Children in Cars
CDC's Child Passenger Safety Fact Sheet is provided to show the number of personal injuries and wrongful deaths sustained by children in cars as well as the best ways to avoid or minimize the children's injuries. How big is the problem, What are the risk factors, How can injuries be prevented are all discussed. If you child or children have been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of another, download "The Truth about your South Carolina Injury Claim" from www.thelegaltruth.com. If you need an attorney, call Dirk J. Derrick and The Derrick Law Firm.
Why You need to purchase auto insurance to protect your family's health and livelihood
For over twenty years, the Derrick Law firm has been representing and educating client's on the proper insurance coverage to purchase for their families. When you drive a vehicle, you are only a few feet away from a potential disaster. If a car or truck accident occurs, minimal insurance coverage will not pay for all the medical bills and lost wages that may occur. Call 1-800-704-5412 today and let the Derrick Law Firm explain which insurance coverages will provide protection when your family's health and livelihood are at risk.
The Top 10 Things You Should Do After an Accident
The top 10 things you should do after an accident to protect your family's health and livelihood. Being honest and compliant with your doctors is very important. Also, do not sign anything or give a recorded statement before understanding the consequences of doing so.
You need to buy Uninsured, Underinsured and PIP Insurance coverage
All vehicles are required to have insurance coverage in the event of an accident. But not all drivers heed this law. When there is an accident, having no insurance leaves others with no money to cover their injuries, medical bills, loss of wages or damages. Purchasing Liability coverage will protect your personal assets but purchasing Med-pay and Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage will allow accident victims to take care of their medical needs immediately. All drivers need to add Uninsured and Underinsured coverage to their vehicle policies to protect their families when others haven't or when others have failed to purchase enough. For just pennies a day, you family's health and livehood can be protected with the proper coverage. Call 1-800-704-5412 today and let the Derrick Law firm assess your needs.

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Motorcycle Accidents:

Why are motorcycle deaths on the rise? What can be done to help prevent them?
Motorcycle deaths are on the rise. Multiple factors can lead to an increase in motorcycle-related traffic accidents. Both motorcyclists and other drivers can play important roles in ensuring that roads and highways are safer places in which to travel.
Motorcycle helmets do not significantly interfere with vision or hearing of riders
A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has demonstrated that wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle does not significantly interfere with the rider's ability to see, hear or respond to changes in traffic conditions.
Are motorcycles safe?
Motorcycle fatalities represent approximately 11 percent of all highway fatalities each year, yet motorcycles represent approximately 3 percent of all registered vehicles in the United States. One of the main reasons motorcyclists are killed in crashes is because the motorcycle itself provides virtually no protection in a crash. For example, approximately 80 percent of reported motorcycle crashes result in injury or death; a comparable figure for automobiles is about 20 percent.
Myrtle Beach passes new ordinances to discourage bike rallies
Myrtle Beach Bike Rallies are discouraged from coming to Myrtle Beach by the passage of new ordinances. If you do come to Myrtle Beach and are involved in a motorcycle accident, call The Derrick Law Firm - Myrtle Beach Conway Motorcycle accident Attorney. Motorcycle accidents usually involve either serious personal injuries or death. Be careful if you come to our area, and call Dirk Derrick if someone is negligent and causes you to be injured. 800-704-5412.

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Denied / Delayed Insurance Claims:

Abandoning the Sick
Insurance companies can cancel an individual's insurance when they need it most -- when they become seriously ill.
Canceling for a Call
Insurance companies can document your phone calls and later treat them as a claim.
What can you do to protect yourself against insurance company tactics?
What you can do to protect yourself from insurance company tactics: appealing a denial, putting everything in writing, and not giving up.
Denying Claims
Summary of the tactics used by insurance companies to deny and delay claims to increase their own profits.
Delaying Until Death
Insurance companies can deny or delay claims long enough knowing the claimant will eventually give up.
Confusing Consumers
Insurance companies can convince customers that the policy they are buying covers everything, but when a claim is made can claim that nothing is covered.
Discriminating by Credit Score
Many people find themselves in financial crises that damage their credit score through no fault of their own and insurance companies may use this against them.

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Tractor - Trailer Truck Accidents:

Sharing the Road Safely with Large Trucks
Occupants of a car, usually the driver, sustain 78 percent of all fatalities in traffic accidents involving large trucks. Here are several tips in which you can share the road safely with these vehicles.
Interacting Safely with Commercial Motor Vehicles
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and its affiliate program, TACT (Targeting Aggressive Cars and Trucks) attempts to curtail aggressive driving and unsafe driving characteristics that increases commercial motor vehicle-related crashes, injuries and fatalities.
THE LARGE TRUCK CRASH CAUSATION STUDY
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducted the Large Truck Crash Causation Study (LTCCS) to examine the reasons for serious crashes involving large trucks (trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds). From the 120,000 large truck crashes that occurred between April 2001 and December 2003, a nationally representative sample was selected. Each crash in the LTCCS sample involved at least one large truck and resulted in a fatality or injury.

The total LTCCS sample of 963 crashes involved 1,123 large trucks and 959 motor vehicles that were not large trucks. The 963 crashes resulted in 249 fatalities and 1,654 injuries. Of the 1,123 large trucks in the sample, 77 percent were tractors pulling a single semi-trailer, and 5 percent were trucks carrying hazardous materials. Of the 963 crashes in the sample, 73 percent involved a large truck colliding with at least one other vehicle.

If you have been involved in an accident involving a truck, call Dirk J. Derrick and The Derrick Law Firm. Serving Horry, Florence and Dillon Counties. 843-248-7486
New Study Concludes Driver Behavior Causes Most Truck Crashes
WASHINGTON - Drivers of large trucks and other vehicles involved in truck crashes are ten times more likely to be the cause of the crash than other factors, such as weather, road conditions, and vehicle performance according to a new study released by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). If you have been involved in an automobile accident involving a large truck, contact Dirk J. Derrick, with the Derrick Law Firm - Serving Horry, Dillon and Florence Counties. 843-248-7486

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Personal Injury:

The biggest mistakes an injured person can make after an accident.
An experienced personal injury attorney will be capable of handling many aspects unique to each case. The goal is to help the victim avoid these mistakes.
Why the Derrick Law Firm is Different in Handling Your Injury Claim
The Derrick Law Firm strives to be different from any other law firm that you have dealt with or heard from before in handling your automobile accident or personal injury.
What does an experienced personal injury attorney actually do to help your case?
An experienced personal injury attorney will be capable of handling many aspects unique to your case in order to help you get the best outcome as possible.
Criteria for Picking the Right Attorney
Each attorney handles specific aspects of the law. The Derrick Law Firm specializes in Personal Injury, Social Security Disability, Wrongful Death and Workers' Compensation. If we do not handle what you need, we will try to lead you to an attorney based upon the factors described in this article.
What is a Personal Injury Claim?
This article describes a personal injury claim, negligence and recklessness to help you define your injury and legal rights.

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Traumatic Brain Injuries:

What is a mild traumatic brain injury?
A mild traumatic brain injury is caused by a blow or jolt to the head that disrupts the function of the brain. It is often used interchangeably with concussion.
Preventing Traumatic Brain Injuries
Unlike most neurological disorders, traumatic brain injuries can be prevented by following certain safety procedures and taking precaution during certain activities.
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain. Not all blows or jolts to the head result in a TBI. The severity of a TBI may range from “mild,” i.e., a brief change in mental status or consciousness to “severe,” i.e., an extended period of unconsciousness or amnesia after the injury.

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Spinal Cord Injuries:

Preventing a Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injuries are most often the result of unexpected accidents. However, certain factors can increase an individual's risk factor and certain precautions can be undertaken to reduce the possibility of sustaining an injury to the spinal cord.
Spinal Cord Injury
Motor vehicle accidents account for forty percent of all new spinal cord injuries that occur every year. This article outlines information about spinal cord injuries and what you can do about it.

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Workers Compensation:

The Truth About Your Workers Compensation Claim
Myths about Workers' Compensation claims and the truths behind them. What to do about finding a lawyer for your claim, if you need one and what not to worry about.
The Biggest Mistakes That Could Harm or Destroy Your SC Workers' Compensation Claim
When someone is injured at the workplace, they can end up making decisions that could harm or destroy their South Carolina Workers' Compensation Claim. This article intends to help the individual avoid common mistakes that could prevent them from receiving the benefits they deserve.
Benefits Available to Injured Workers
Under South Carolina law, if you are involved in a work-related accident and your employer has four or more employees, you are generally entitled to certain benefits.

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Social Security Disability:

How Will the Derrick Law Firm Handle Your Social Security Disability Claim Differently?
The Derrick Law Firm is experienced in handing Social Security Disability claims and will handle your case individually.
Mistakes made that could hurt your chances of qualifying for disability
Advice about common mistakes made in applying for Social Security Disability that could harm your chances of qualifying for disability
An experienced attorney will:
An attorney who is experienced with the Social Security Disability process can help you maximize the benefits you can receive.
Disability as defined by Social Security
The definition of disability as outlined by Social Security
5 Steps to Prove You are Entitled to Social Security Disability Benefit (SS-DIB)
The steps included in proving that you are entitled to Social Security Disability Benefits
If Approved for Social Security Disability -- What are the Benefits?
The benefits available to you once you qualify for Social Security Disability
The steps in the Disability application process and what to do if and when your application is denied.
This entry outlines the Disability application process and the steps available if and when your social security disability claim is denied.
Types of Social Security Disability Benefits. Conway / Myrtle Beach Social Security Attorney Dirk J. Derrick of The Derrick Law Firm explains the different types of Social Security Disability Benefits.
Myrtle Beach social security disability attorney / Conway social security lawyer Dirk Derrick - Over 23 years exp. helping obtain benefits 843-248-7486
47.5 Million U.S. Adults Report a Disability; Arthritis Remains Most Common Cause
If you have questions regarding Social Security Disability go to www.thelegaltruth.com for free information, answers to frequently asked questions, videos, and a free book, "The Truth About Your Social Security Disability Claim". Dirk J. Derrick of The Derrick Law Firm provides free information to help you increase your chances of being aproved for Social Security Disability benefits. If you have questions call Dirk Derrick at 843-484-0707.

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General:

Dirk Derrick's book "3 Feet From Disaster" gives tips on how to purchase the right car insurance and how to protect you and your family.
Dirk Derrick explains how you can protect yourself by having the right insurance coverage and how to ask your insurance agent the right questions.
Dirk Derrick's book "3 Feet From Disaster" gives tips on how to purchase the right car insurance and why the insurance companies wouldn't want to sell you more coverage.
Dirk Derrick explains how you can protect yourself by having the right insurance coverage and why having more coverage is acutally cheaper.
Dirk Derrick's book "3 Feet From Disaster" gives tips in how to purchase the right car insurance and what each coverages cover.
Dirk Derrick explains how you can protect yourself by having the right insurance coverage and what each coverages actually cover.
Dirk Derrick's book "3 Feet From Disaster" helps make sense of why you need to protect yourself with the right car insurance.
The book "3 Feet From Disaster" by Dirk Derrick explains the importance of having the right car insurance to protect you and your family.
Debunking the Myths
Drug, oil, and insurance companies have spent millions of dollars to generate myths about how lawsuits are out of control and responsible for all of America’s ills. The facts tell a much different story.
The Derrick Law Firm is Unique
The Derrick Law Firm is different than most law firms. Dirk Derrick has written books and articles to help south carolina victims of accidents before they hire an attorney. 3 feet from Disaster is free information as to the types of automobile insurance you need in South Carolina in order to protect the Health and Livelihood of your family. The Derrick Law Firm is also unique in that Dirk becomes his clients' personal Civil Justice Attorney, handling the cases personally from the first appointment through conclusion. Secondly, Dirk was born in Myrtle Beach and raised in Conway and has a lifetime of experience with the people who make up the Horry County juries. Finally, Dirk J. Derrick is a trial attorney with over 20 years of courtroom experience. If his clients are not offered fair settlements, he will take the insurnce companies to court. You can get additional information @ DerrickLawfirm.com or TheLegalTruth.com. You can contact The Derrick Law Firm toll free at 1-800-704-5412.

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Consumer Guides

The Truth About Your South Carolina Injury Claim

The Truth About Your Social Security Disability Claim

The Truth About Your South Carolina Workers' Compensation Claim

Guide to Buying Car Insurance in South Carolina

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