Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers Blog https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/ Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers Blog en-us 2026 Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, All Rights Reserved, Reproduced with Permission https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 04:35:16 GMT Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers Blog https://www.derricklawfirm.com/images/logoprint.gif https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/ <![CDATA[You Need Rental Coverage on Your Car Insurance Policy]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/you-need-rental-coverage-on-your-car-insurance-policy.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-199848Thu, 05 Nov 2020 15:29:00 EST<![CDATA[Driving Tips For Labor Day Weekend]]>

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Stay Safe

  • Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle in the event of car trouble or an accident.
  • Be well rested and sober any time you are behind the wheel.
  • Make sure all passengers are wearing a seat belt.
  • Obey the laws of the road.
  • Limit your distractions- put away your phone, keep music at appropriate levels, focus on the road instead of passengers in the car, etc...
  • Drive defensively- watch out for others on the road.

Being aware of your surroundings, limiting your distractions, and driving defensively are crucial for decreasing your likelihood of being in an accident. These are some of the key do's and don'ts of safe driving habits that every driver should keep in mind.

Think Ahead

  • Determine the most likely congested times of travel to and from your destination. Then, begin and end your travel times a few hours prior or after to reduce the time you are stuck in traffic.
  • Before heading out on the road, research alternate routes in the event of an accident or inclement weather.

By following these guidelines, you and your family can reduce your risk of an accident while traveling this Labor Day weekend. Unfortunately, it is impossible to prevent every accident and many times those involved become serious injured.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/driving-tips-this-labor-day-weekend.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-183322Tue, 28 Aug 2018 09:49:00 EST<![CDATA[School Bus Safety Stats]]>

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Source: https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/sc-car-accident-injury-more-likely-than-a-school-bus-accident.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-183018Thu, 09 Aug 2018 13:51:00 EST<![CDATA[Myrtle Beach Massage Therapist Injured While Working at Resort]]>The Derrick Law Firm worked tirelessly to track down the employer and was able to prove the employee's injuries related to nerve damage arose out of, and in the course of, employment.

The case was settled.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/myrtle-beach-massage-therapist-hurt-at-work.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-177491Wed, 29 Nov 2017 12:58:00 EST<![CDATA[Denied Hotel Accident Claim in Myrtle Beach]]>

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]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/denied-hotel-accident-claim-in-myrtle-beach-south-carolina.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-177279Wed, 01 Nov 2017 14:55:00 EST<![CDATA[Client helps neighbor, gets attacked by dog]]>

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]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/myrtle-beach-dog-bite-personal-injury-case.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-176476Mon, 16 Oct 2017 11:26:00 EST<![CDATA[Conway Man Hit by Van While Riding His Bicycle]]>

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]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/conway-man-hit-in-bicycle-accident.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-175427Mon, 11 Sep 2017 09:24:00 EST<![CDATA[Shoulder Surgery Needed in Myrtle Beach Workers' Compensation Case]]>Because of the severity of the injury and need for surgery, workers' compensation Attorney Dirk Derrick was able to settle her case within 3 months of her hiring us.

Workers' Compensation can be tough to handle on your own if you are not familiar with the process and the benefits you may receive.

 

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/shoulder-surgery-needed-in-workers-comp-case.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-174777Tue, 15 Aug 2017 13:58:00 EST<![CDATA[Back to School Safety: Watch out for the big yellow bus!]]>

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]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/back-to-school-safety-watch-out-for-the-big-yellow-bus-.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-174695Fri, 11 Aug 2017 09:23:00 EST<![CDATA[Myrtle Beach Workers' Compensation Injury Claim]]>After evaluation of his medical records, workers' compensation lawyer Dirk Derrick settled the case for its full value.

Because workers' compensation consists of forms and standards, if you are not familiar or educated in this practice, it may be difficult to handle your own case successfully.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/myrtle-beach-workers-compensation-injury-claim.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-174368Fri, 28 Jul 2017 11:42:00 EST<![CDATA[Foot Injury at Work Causes Lifetime Medical Bills]]>The amount of orthotics would be over $700 every three years, and the full settlement value was $13,000.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/foot-injury-at-work-causes-lifetime-medical-bills.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-174324Fri, 28 Jul 2017 09:43:00 EST<![CDATA[Murrells Inlet Car Accident, Man Injured]]>Because of the negligence of the at-fault party, Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers was able to take this man's accident case and have his medical bills covered.

After evaluation of his medical treatment, the extent of his medical bills, his lost wages, and the pain and suffering he faced after the car accident, Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers was able to settle his case covering all of those aspects.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/murrells-inlet-car-accident-injury.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-173354Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:02:00 EST<![CDATA[Bicycle Accident in Murrells Inlet Injures Man]]>

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]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/bicycle-accident-in-murrells-inlet-injures-man.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-173350Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:03:00 EST<![CDATA[Highway Construction Law Now in Effect]]>This bill was approved unanimously after two SC DOT workers were killed by a reckless driver several months ago.

Traffic laws are always important to obey and the consequences of driving recklessly can be severe. Car accidents can cause serious injuries as well as deaths.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/highway-construction-law-now-in-effect.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-173271Wed, 14 Jun 2017 16:23:00 EST<![CDATA[Murrells Inlet Rear-End Collision]]>After investigating the accident, evaluating our client's medical records from all doctors involved, Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers demanded full policy limits of the liability insurance and settled the liability portion of the case for that full amount.

Because our client's medical bills exceeded the liability policy limits of the at-fault driver's insurance, our client's case will continue as Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers places a demand for the full policy limits of our client's underinsured motorist coverage policy to cover her remaining medical bills.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/murrells-inlet-rear-end-collision.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-173170Wed, 14 Jun 2017 09:36:00 EST<![CDATA[Frontover Accident Epidemic]]>Most people think they would be able to see a child in front of their vehicle but experiments like this one prove otherwise. It is important for drivers to walk around their vehicle and teach their children to stay away from vehicles because drivers can't always see them.

Most victims are children aged 12 to 23 months. This makes checking the surrounding area even more important because they are not aware of vehicle dangers.

Help stop this epidemic of accidents and wrongful death.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/frontover-accident-epidemic.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-173152Tue, 13 Jun 2017 12:19:00 EST<![CDATA[Don't Forget the Kids This Summer]]>If you see a child, or pet, in a hot car, call 911 immediately. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says, if you can see that a child is in a hot car and is in distress, get them out as quickly as possible.

For many people, leaving or forgetting a child in the car is not a failure of love, but a failure of the memory. Give yourself reminders that there is a child in the car.

Things like putting your purse or briefcase in the back seat, putting the diaper bag in the front seat, or leaving any other essential item next to the child seat so you are forced to retrieve it and not forget the child is a good habit to conduct.

Another way to keep children from being in a hot car, is to always keep it locked, even at home. A child may be curious, climb into the car and then be unable to get out. Keep these doors secure to prevent any unfortunate happenings.

Over 700 children have died due to being left in a hot car over the past 20 years. Help end these preventable deaths by being proactive and taking measures to never forget your child.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/dont-forget-the-kids-this-summer.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-173148Tue, 13 Jun 2017 10:40:00 EST<![CDATA[SC Governor to Pass Tougher Work Zone Safety Laws]]>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. 

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/sc-governor-to-pass-tougher-work-zone-safety-laws.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-172946Fri, 02 Jun 2017 11:58:00 EST<![CDATA[Husband Knocked Unconscious in Rear-end Collision]]>The challenge associated with this case was that multiple people were involved in the car accident which called for a global settlement. Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers had to reach out to others involved and determine how to get their client the most money for his injuries.

Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers used the medical evidence gathered to get the full policy limit for our client.

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/husband-knocked-unconscious-in-rear-end-collision.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-172809Fri, 26 May 2017 11:35:00 EST<![CDATA[Passenger Seriously Injured in 1-Car Accident]]>Because of the recklessness of the driver and the severity of our client’s medical damages, there were minimal challenges in getting her the full policy limits of the liability insurance policy as well as the underinsured motorist coverage.

 

]]>https://www.derricklawfirm.com/blog/passenger-seriously-injured-in-1-car-accident.cfmwww.derricklawfirm.com-172807Fri, 26 May 2017 09:59:00 EST