For the seasoned road user, driving almost feels automatic. However, in reality, the process is very complex. The brain has to make multiple decisions every second just to keep a car on the road. If these decisions become clouded by distractions, then driving can...
Distraction doesn’t end when someone puts the phone down
Using a cellphone in the car is one of the most common causes of driver distraction. It's clear that looking down at the screen or typing on the phone is going to take someone's eyes off of the road and their hands off of the wheel. But many drivers will still opt to...
How are limb loss cases handled in South Carolina?
An accident -- car, workplace or any other accident -- can be life-altering. Recovering from injuries sustained following an accident can take a long time. And if those injuries result in amputation, then this can permanently change your life. Amputation refers to the...
Driving in the sun can be dangerous
For the most part, the weather in South Carolina is fairly pleasant. In summer, temperatures can soar, which means people are fully exposed to the sun. Sunshine can encourage people to get out of the house and do things. Often, this involves a drive to the park or...
Yes, carpal tunnel in office staff can qualify for workers’ comp
Maybe you work in a call center and have to constantly type what the person on the other end of the phone says to you. Perhaps you are an administrative assistant and manage the schedule and records for an entire office. The longer you have done your job, the more...
Understand the dangers of working around electricity
People work around electricity on a daily basis without thinking too much about the dangers of being around electrical currents. However, people in certain positions are at risk of coming into contact with high voltage currents. Knowing the proper way to handle these...
How to focus when operating a motor vehicle
It's important to keep your eyes and mind focused on the road at all times while driving in South Carolina. This may reduce your chances of colliding with another vehicle, person or object while traveling to your destination. Take a closer look at what you can do to...
When is the most dangerous time to be on the road?
To stay safe when you drive, one of the things you can do is avoid driving when there are going to be many people on the roads. To do this, you need to know which times of the day are the riskiest to you and your passengers. There are several times of day when you may...
Here is what you should know about carpal tunnel and office work
Do you type all day at work? Is your desk ergonomically adjusted? What about your keyboard, is it ergonomic, too? If you aren’t sure about the answers to these questions, it may be time to sit down and think about them, because overuse of the wrists, fingers and...
The link between cognitive distraction and car accidents
Most people in South Carolina are aware that it can be distracting to text and drive, and many people know that talking on a cellphone while driving, even a hands-free phone, can also create a distraction. However, few people are aware that there could be a link...