Farrin Law Blog | James Scott Farrin

A man with an injured wrist meeting with his workers' comp lawyer.

Dec 06, 2023

How a Lien Can Get Placed on Your Workers’ Compensation Settlement

After an on-the-job injury, the last thing you want (or probably expect) is to find out that part of the potential settlement money you were counting on may not be coming to you. But that’s...

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Dec 06, 2023

7 Reasons You Need a Dashcam in North and South Carolina

“Traffic was crazy today!” If you’ve ever thought or uttered that phrase, you might want to consider installing a dashcam in your vehicle. Insurance claims often get denied when it’s a word vs. word situation....

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Dec 06, 2023

5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Car Accident Lawyer

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you likely have a lot on your mind. Hiring a car accident lawyer may not be something you want to think about right now, but you should...

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Dec 06, 2023

The (Surprisingly) High Economic Cost of Car Accidents for South Carolina Drivers

Car accidents can be painful in many ways, especially for your wallet. Even if you’re not at fault and doing everything right, one moment of a stranger’s negligent driving is all it can take to...

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Nov 22, 2023

Debunking the Stigma of Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

When you’ve been injured by another through no fault of your own, you’re likely to be in pain, anxious, and unsure about what comes next – that’s normal. One of the major benefits of hiring...

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Nov 14, 2023

What Is a Personal Injury Lawyer in South Carolina?

Everyone knows what a lawyer is – we went to law school, earned a doctorate, and started doing “lawyer things.” But what is a personal injury lawyer, and how exactly do we spend our day...

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Nov 01, 2023

Most Common Causes of Car Accidents in South Carolina

In South Carolina, there was a traffic accident every 3.6 minutes during 2021 – and these collisions often resulted in property damage, physical injury, and sometimes, even death. As a personal injury attorney, I have...

A person using the touch screen display in their car while driving.

Nov 01, 2023

Technology and Car Accidents – Distracted Driving on the Rise

I rented a Tesla to drive to the Outer Banks this past summer. My excitement at the novelty of the touch screen was soon eclipsed by my frustration at the unfamiliarity of how to perform...

Close up of the broken headlight of a car after a crash.

Nov 01, 2023

The Statute of Limitations for Car Accidents in North and South Carolina

A legal clock starts ticking when you’re in a car accident in North or South Carolina. It’s called the statute of limitations. It’s a time limit on how long you can wait to seek compensation,...

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Oct 24, 2023

How Often Should I Hear From My Workers’ Comp Attorney?

If you've been injured at work and are pursuing a workers' compensation claim, you may be wondering how often your lawyer should communicate with you. Being injured and out of work can be scary, so...