Hurt at Work? Take These 5 Steps
Have you been injured on the job? For a lot of us, we don't have a plan in place for a work injury until we need one. If you have found yourself hurt on the job, it can be a…
3 Steps to Recovering After Personal Injury
Recovering after a personal injury can be difficult, time-consuming, and overwhelming. Whether it's a minor injury that takes only a few weeks to heal, or a major accident that keeps you from going back to work, it's important to take…
Travel Safety During the Holidays
With Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s approaching, there will be a lot of people traveling during the upcoming weeks. Given the congested nature of the roads this time of year, as well as the start of winter weather, it is…
5 Common Construction Site Accidents and How to Prevent Them
Construction sites are naturally dangerous and make up for thousands of deaths and injuries that occur each year. Proper precautions still can’t prevent all accidents that occur. While it may be impossible to control all conditions at a construction site,…
Dog Bites and Pedestrian Safety: Staying Safe This Halloween
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,…
Motorcycle Safety & Accident Prevention
Few experiences can compare to the rush motorcycle enthusiasts get when hopping on their bike for a ride. Motorcycles can be a convenient way to get around for daily errands, work, or just enjoying beautiful weather (especially with fall just…
Head Injuries: What to Do and What to Look For
Head injuries on the job or in an accident are a common occurrence. The danger with head injuries is that there's not always immediate pain or symptoms. A concussed person may not show symptoms upwards of 48 hours after the…
Personal Injury Law: Frequently Asked Questions
At Philpot Law Firm, we practice personal injury law which enables injured parties to pursue damages against the person(s) legally responsible for someone’s injury. This area of law covers many potential injuries, including auto accidents, tractor trailer accidents, dog bites,…
What Qualifies as a Slip-and-Fall Injury?
An alarming component of a slip-and-fall incident is that it can occur at any moment and in any location. These incidents quite literally sweep you off your feet. The list of injuries that can occur from a slip or a…
Boating Safety This Summer
As the warm weather rolls in, the boats roll out. Nothing quite says summer like taking the boat out on the water with family and friends. In and around the Upstate, there are several lakes with the popular local spots…