Thousands of tractor-trailer accidents occur each year. In the year 2020 alone, crashes involving large trucks took the lives of nearly 5,000 people. Trucking accidents can be more likely to occur due to several reasons. Distractions, fatigue, or a smaller…
Halloween is an enjoyable night for families, but it's also a time of year when there's a significantly increased possibility of injury. Motor vehicle accidents and dog bites are common causes of injuries during Halloween. In emergency departments each year,…
A wrongful death case includes the death of a human being as a result of another person's negligence or thoughtless behavior. Surviving family members may be eligible for compensation if they have been negatively impacted. Product faults, job dangers, and…
Attorney-client relationships are extremely important. They require the highest form of trust and confidence. Not to mention, the situations these relationships occur under are usually some of the most stressful in the client's life. In a nutshell, attorney-client relationships are…
While we have had a few spring-like days here in the Upstate already, we all know that winter is far from over! In fact, we often see freezing temperatures well into the beginning of April! That being said, we’ve put…
What kind of cases do personal injury lawyers take on? If we had to take a guess, you probably aren't researching this question for fun. This question is usually researched after an accident has already happened, unfortunately. If this is…
Seeing as it is a new year, we thought we would take a moment to introduce our attorneys! The Philpot Law Firm is first and foremost, a family. Literally! Founded in 1990, our firm spans three generations of Upstate natives.…
The holidays are a special time filled with love, friends, and family. Not surprisingly, most of us do some traveling this time of year to visit loved ones or take vacations. Due to the busy nature of the roads during…
There are many different kinds of workers' comp injuries and after four decades in the business, we've seen them all. These types of injuries cost both the employee and the employer time and money. Not to mention the disruption of…
About 28 people in the United States are involved in fatal drunk driving crashes each day. Predictably so, this statistic often increases around the holidays. As we approach the holiday season and gather with friends and family to celebrate, it…
