In March 2017, two men working for the SCDOT were killed when a reckless driver ran off the road.Some of the changes include the following:
- If speeding, a driver can receive a fine up to $1000.
- If a driver hits and injure a worker, he may be fined up to $2000.
- Speeding in a work zone equals 2 points on the driver's license.
- Injuring a worker is 4 points.
- If worker suffers great bodily harm, 6 points will be applied to the license.
Work Accidents can happen but following the laws help reduce the likelihood of crashes. Some accidents happen on the job by no fault of the worker.
