The Law Offices of Linward C. Edwards II, LLC Legal Blog

Semitrucks are very large and heavy, so they pose a significant hazard on the roadways. Occupants of other vehicles are at risk if anything amiss happens with these big rigs. Anyone who’s involved in a crash with a semitruck may opt to pursue a…

Pedestrian collisions can occur anywhere that people cross paths with vehicles. Crosswalks, rural roads and major urban thoroughfares all experience occasional pedestrian crashes. However, there is another location where people may not realize their crash risk is higher than average. Parking lots feature many…

Certain driving infractions can affect someone’s driver’s license in South Carolina. The more traffic infractions someone has on their record and the more severe they are, the greater the likelihood that their driver’s license could be at risk. Driving under the influence (DUI) charges…

Liability insurance is a requirement for someone who wants to drive in South Carolina, just like a driver’s license and vehicle registration must be secured before someone can lawfully get behind the wheel. Everyone who remains compliant with the law pays for coverage that…

Road trips are common during the summer months, helping many children return to class with exciting “What I did over summer vacation” reports. But no matter your travel stories, now’s your chance to shift your focus from adventure to learning. Children complain about waking…

When a truck accident happens, it’s often tempting to blame the whole thing on driver error – but that’s a shortsighted approach. Trucking companies have a lot of power when it comes to roadway safety, but they don’t always live up to their responsibilities.…

The pain of losing a loved one unexpectedly can be very difficult for people to overcome. Depression and intense grief often follow an unexpected and sudden passing. Family members may want to find a way to seek justice, and the civil courts offer one…

When it comes to truck accidents, the aftermath can be overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. In addition to the immediate impact on your well-being, you may also face financial burdens resulting from medical expenses, property damage and lost wages. Therefore, it’s crucial to understand…

Most traffic laws are crafted on a state-by-state basis. There are different top speeds on interstates in different jurisdictions. Some states have very strict rules against U-turns, and others permit them. Distracted driving is largely criminalized on a state level. Although the majority of…

As a parent, one of the worst things that could happen is to witness your child getting hit by a car. It’s a nightmare scenario that no one wants to experience, but unfortunately, accidents do happen. If your child has been hit by a…