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Cracking Down on DUIs: Mothers Against Drunk Driving & Uber
The holiday season has officially arrived. From shopping for presents to attending holiday parties, you’re constantly running from one place to the next. There are also a lot more festivities…
South Carolina’s Sober or Slammer Program
The holiday season is in full swing, so the South Carolina Department of Public Safety has started its anti-DUI initiative, Sober or Slammer. Through this initiative, the department hopes to…
Top 10 Dangerous Toys from 2015
If your children received a lot of toys this past Christmas, you may want to take a closer look. World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. or W.A.T.C.H. has released their…
Best of Charleston Nominee
For the first time in our history as a Firm, we are proud to announce that we have made it into the top 5 for the category of “Best Law…
Blackout Wednesday
The Wednesday night before Thanksgiving Day is known for being the biggest party night of the year. With University students back home for the holiday and employees having Thursday off…
National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
As drivers, we have a responsibility to ourselves and those around us to drive safely. Unfortunately, many Americans fail in this responsibility by driving drunk, drugged, or distracted. That is…
Texting and Distracted Driving
Distracted driving refers to any activity that can divert an individual’s attention from the primary task of driving while behind the wheel. Many activities are considered distracted driving, from eating…
Fireworks Safety Tips
Fireworks are a fun spectacle to celebrate special occasions, but can also be incredibly dangerous when handled improperly. Because of the risks fireworks can pose, June has been designated as…
Finding a Quality Nursing Home
The decision to move into a nursing home or move your loved one into a home is not easy. And with so many accounts of nursing home neglect and abuse…
Signs You May Have Been Misdiagnosed By A Doctor
When you enter a doctor’s office or hospital, you expect certain standards of care, trusting doctors and hospital staff to diagnose your health problems and treat them accordingly. But unfortunately,…
6 Safety Features Your Car Will Have By 2020
Today’s automakers are creating new technologies aimed at helping reduce accidents and make the roads safer for drivers. In the next few years, many safety technologies will become standard on…
South Carolina Golf Cart Laws
Although golf cart laws vary in each state, knowing your legal rights can help you drive as safely as possible and avoid costly tickets. Slow speeds may provide the illusion…
How to Keep Your Child Safe as a Passenger
With the start of the school year just around the corner, we’ll soon be sharing the road with a lot of children. Whether you’re driving your kids to school or…
5 Tips For Tailgating Safely
Although pumpkins, hot chocolate, and Halloween are all fun traditions, tailgating your team’s game might be the highlight of your fall festivities. You’ve put flags on your car, your whole…
How to Protect Your Teen Driver
Although learning to drive is a rite of passage for American youth, symbolizing independence and mobility, it’s also incredibly dangerous. Teenagers have the highest death rates of any age group….
Preparing For Holiday Travel
Whether you’re leaving to visit your family or you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner, you or loved ones will be traveling during the holidays. In this busy season, a combination of increased…
What is Permissive Use?
If you’re like most people, you’ve loaned your car out to a friend, family member, roommate, or other individual at some point in your life. However, this common practice can…
Securing a Designated Driver on New Year’s Eve
Many of us choose to spend time with friends and family when celebrating the new year, but far too many people are involved in a fatal accident after leaving a…
Tips For Driving In Inclement Weather
Last week, Charleston received about six inches of snow while the roads and sidewalks quickly turned icy. Driving in snow and ice requires special care to prevent your car from…
The Actual Costs of an Auto Accident
Each year, car accidents cost Americans over $432 billion in lost wages, medical bills, legal fees, property damages, and other related expenses. In the United States, over 27,000 accidents occur…
Virtual Reality and Safe Driving
Virtual reality technology is catching on, evidenced by Facebook’s recent introduction a VR headset that operates without a connection to a computer or smartphone. The mobile headset, Oculus GO, costs…
5 Spring Cleaning Car Maintenance Musts That Help Avoid Accidents
The beginning of spring is the season for enjoying warmer weather, the Farmer’s Market, and sunshine nearly every day. If you’re like most Charlestonians, you’re probably driving your car to…
Workers’ Compensation for Road Construction Crews
Road construction can be a highly dangerous job, with motorists failing to obey speed limits or exercise caution when driving in work zones. The spring and summer seasons bring increased…
Distracted Driving Awareness Month – What You Need to Know
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of accidents on our roadways. According to the National Safety Council, 40,000 people were killed on US roadways last year. Distracted driving…
Who’s Legally at Fault in Car Accidents
Driver negligence or recklessness are the main factors that determine who is legally at fault for an accident. Failure to exercise reasonable care while driving, such as pulling out in…
How Emotions Affect Driving
In the US, nine people die every day because of distracted driving. While most forms of distracted driving are preventable, emotions are less preventable and can be just as distracting….
Celebrating 30 Years of the John Price Law Firm
Here at the John Price Law Firm, we are celebrating our 30 years of legal service. Founded by practicing lawyer John Price in 1988, the John Price Law Firm has…
Lawyer Spotlight: J. David Murrell
This May, the John Price Law Firm is celebrating 30 years of legal service to the Lowcountry and state of South Carolina. In honor of 30 years, we’re highlighting the…
Lawyer Spotlight: Heather A. Panter
This May, the John Price Law Firm is celebrating 30 years of legal service to the Lowcountry and state of South Carolina. In honor of 30 years, we’re highlighting the…
North Charleston High School Scholarships
In celebration of the 30 year anniversary of his law practice, North Charleston High School alum John Price will present three scholarships to deserving North Charleston High School graduates to…
Lawyer Spotlight: Bobby O. Phipps
This May, the John Price Law Firm is celebrating 30 years of legal service to the Lowcountry and state of South Carolina. In honor of 30 years, we’re highlighting the…
Lawyer Spotlight: Benjamin A. Parker
This May, the John Price Law Firm is celebrating 30 years of legal service to the Lowcountry and state of South Carolina. In honor of 30 years, we’re highlighting the…
Sharing the Road With Motorcycles
Motorcycle riders are not as protected on the road as drivers in cars. In order to make the road safer for you and those around you, it’s important to understand…
Preventing Summer Workplace Injuries
Summer officially starts this month, which means temperatures are rising here in the Lowcountry. Meteorologists predict that temperatures will rise upwards of 100°F. These high temperatures can be especially dangers…
Boater Safety
Your browser does not support the audio element. This was featured as part of our Monday segment on Charleston’s 105.5 The Bridge on June 18th, 2018. You can catch us…
What You Should Know About Rental Car Insurance
When you step off an airplane and into your vacation, rental car insurance is probably the last thing on your mind. You’re imagining the good times ahead, rather than the…
Boater Safety (cont.)
Your browser does not support the audio element. This was featured as part of our Monday segment on Charleston’s 105.5 The Bridge on July 2nd, 2018. You can catch us…
Summer Safety Tips
With the kids getting out of school and South Carolina’s waterways calling your name, summer in the Palmetto State is a fun and relaxing time. However, summer also poses safety…
Summer Fun Gone South
With the kids out of school, they have nothing but time on their hands. It’s easy to send the little ones outside to play, and not think twice about it,…
Back to School Safety
With school just around the corner, you want to make sure your child is ready to tackle the new year ahead. Science projects and standardized tests are guaranteed this school…
Driving in the Rain in the Lowcountry
Summer in the Lowcountry means beach days and cookouts, but also heavy rain showers. If you’ve ever been trapped on I-26 during a rainstorm in Charleston, then you know that…
Workers Compensation – What Rights Do You Have?
What Rights Do You Have As An Injured Worker? As a worker in South Carolina, you have rights if you are injured on the job. Whether a small slip occurred,…
Passenger Rights In a Car Accident
What You Should Know About Passenger Rights In a Car Accident It happened so fast. One minute you’re riding in the car. The next minute, you’re a passenger in the…
Wearing a Helmet Influences Your Case
It’s no secret that if you’re riding or driving a motorcycle, you should also be wearing a helmet. Helmets greatly improve the chances of surviving a motorcycle crash and can…
Back to School Safety Tips for Drivers
School is back in session and there is an increase in traffic during the mornings and afternoon that can be dangerous no matter how you get to school. Whether you…
Basic Motorcycle Safety Tips
While motorcycles are a popular form of transportation, there’s no surprise that they pose a different risk than driving in a vehicle. Despite summer coming to an end, the fall…
Benefits of Hiring An Accident Attorney
Many individuals might not understand the benefits of hiring an attorney that is specifically trained in truck accidents. Truck accidents often involve serious injuries and more damage than a typical…
5 Facts about Workers Comp in SC
Workers compensation is a topic frequently ignored until attention is needed to be paid to it. If you or a loved one recently got injured on the job, it’s important…
Heads Up to New Drivers
Remember when you first got your driver’s license? The newfound freedom was thrilling, you could now go anywhere you wanted without the embarrassment of your mom dropping you off. However,…
Dram Shop Laws
This was featured as part of our Monday segment on Charleston’s 105.5 The Bridge. You can catch us every other Monday morning at 8:15 am ET for the latest law…
6 Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accidents happen all the time and unfortunately, many people aren’t prepared to handle the situation if it were to occur. We want to give you the proper knowledge in…
Mark from John Price on 105.5 The Bridge – ATV Safety
Click the link below to hear Mark from The John Price Law Firm talking ATV safety with Evans on 105.5 The Bridge!
Hear The Interview
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https://www.1055thebridge.com/2018/10/16/evans-with-mark-redmond/
AP: Harley-Davidson to recall nearly 178K bikes to fix clutches
Harley-Davidson to recall nearly 178K bikes to fix clutches.
Click here to read this story.
Additional Resources:
https://abcnews4.com/news/nation-world/harley-davidson-to-recall-nearly-178k-bikes-to-fix-clutches-11-04-2018
Fast Food Freebies
Who likes FREEBIES? Today is #NationalFastFood day! Check out these #Freebies!
Additional Resources:
https://bgr.com/2018/11/16/national-fast-food-day-2018-best-deals-freebies/
Free Parking!
Who doesn’t love free parking? Load up the kids and #pups! News 2 CHARLESTON, S.C – The City of Charleston, along with Charleston county are once again offering two hour…
Do you let your kids eat raw cookie dough?
CDC wants you to just say ‘No’ to raw cookie dough this holiday season. Click here to read more!
Additional Resources:
https://abcnews4.com/news/nation-world/cdc-wants-you-to-say-no-to-raw-cookie-dough
Foods and plants that your furry family member should avoid this holiday season
Whether it’s food, drink or spending, most of us overindulge at Christmastime. So do our pets! But while we may suffer no more than a stomach ache, sore head or…
Do I Need a Car Accident Lawyer?
Unfortunately, car accidents are quite common. They happen every day and range from minor fender benders to serious crashes. While you obviously hope to avoid getting into a car accident…
Concert for the Kids Presented by John Price Law Firm
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DUI Law Changes
John Price discusses recent changes in South Carolina DUI Laws on local radio station 105.5 The Bridge. The proposed law – which has cut drunk-driving deaths by 15 percent in…
Why Drive Drunk When You Have These Options?
When you go out to celebrate with friends and family, your intention is not to drive home while intoxicated. Unfortunately, hundreds of people who fail to plan ahead when celebrating…
Hardest Part of Going to Trial as a PI Victim?
The majority of personal injury victims settle their cases before they ever go to trial. In some cases, though, going to trial is necessary. If your personal injury lawyer has…
April: National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Each day in the United States more than 1,153 people are injured in crashes that are reported to involve a distracted driver. In fact, in 2013 alone, 3,154 had their…
Motorcycle Safety Tips for Summer
Warmer temperatures mark the time of year when more and more motorcyclists hit the road in South Carolina. Hopping on your bike and going for a leisurely ride is a…
Things To Do After Being Injured in an Auto Accident
John Price Law Firm, LLC provides individuals access to a department of personal injury attorneys with expertise in this area of the law. A personal injury lawyer can level the…
Risks of Texting & Driving
There is universal agreement that texting and driving is a deadly activity. A recent study released by Car and Driver Magazine shows that texting while driving is actually a far…
Signs That You Have a Concussion
Concussions are one of the most common injuries sustained from a car accident. However, without proper medical care, people may not always be aware of the injury right away, and…
Safety Tips for Motorcyclists
Motorcycles are fun to ride, and they are extremely efficient on fuel, but they can also be very dangerous if you are not following all of the safety rules recommended…
Top Reasons for Motorcycle Accidents
While motorcycles are fun to ride and very economical, personal injury lawyers and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) state that they are much riskier to operate than cars…
Three Mistakes New Drivers Make
We’ve all been a new driver at some point in our life. While there is a certain amount of experience that will lead to better skills on the road, even…
Determining If You Have An Accident Case
If you are involved in a car accident, many things will run through your mind in the moments after the crash. Your primary concern, of course, is health – your…
Fighting Against the Motorcycle Bias
Unfortunately, some people just seem to have it out for motorcycle riders. While the vast majority of bike riders obey the laws of the road, the actions of a few…
Nursing Home Negligence is a Serious Crime
Those who work in nursing homes are trusted with very important work. Taking care of elderly individuals who are no longer able to care for themselves is a crucial job…
Big Risks for Construction Workers
The world around us is only possible thanks to construction workers. Everything you see when you leave your house in the morning – in fact, even the house itself –…
A Long Road Back from a Motorcycle Crash
To say that a motorcycle crash is a dangerous situation would be a serious understatement. If you are hit while riding a motorcycle and you fall off the bike, or…
Don’t Underestimate Your Car Accident Injuries
A relatively minor car accident may leave you feeling like you weren’t too badly hurt. If you aren’t in the hospital, and you can continue on with your normal day…
Involved in an Accident with an Uninsured Motorist?
The damage from most car accidents is paid by insurance. Once it is determined who was at fault in the crash, the insurance company for that party will pay the…
Protect Your Back at All Costs
It’s never a good thing to suffer an injury. You’d rather stay completely healthy if given the choice, but that’s not usually how it goes for humans. We get hurt…
Physical Neglect is Not the Only Issue
If you think about the topic of nursing home negligence, you probably think first about physical negligence that leaves an elderly person in a compromised physical state. This is a…
Three Signs You Need Lawyer After a Car Accident
If you get in a car accident, you will have a lot of things to sort out in the aftermath. Any injuries you sustained, the damage to your car, and…
The Danger of Accidents With Commercial Trucks
Getting into any kind of car accident is dangerous. You’d obviously prefer to avoid any kind of contact while on the roads. With that said, accidents that involve passenger vehicles…
Minor Accidents Have a Major Impact
Even Minor Accidents Can Have a Major Impact on Motorcycle Riders Minor automobile accidents are always frustrating, and can sometimes lead to minor injuries depending on the circumstances. However, when…
At Fault and Uninsured: What Next?
The universe can have some funny timing. The one time you’re driving without insurance, and boom — you cause a car accident. Maybe your insurance had just expired or you…
Motorcycle Summer Safety Steps
Warmer temperatures mark the time of year when more and more motorcyclists hit the road in California. Hopping on your bike and going for a leisurely ride is a great…
How to Spot Nursing Home Abuse
Tragically, stories of nursing home abuse aren’t as rare as we would like them to be. And in many cases, the abuse occurs for far too long before it is…
What is Whiplash? Information From an Auto Accident Attorney
Whiplash, also known as cervical acceleration-deceleration (CAD) syndrome, is the most common injury associated with an auto accident. The Mayo Clinic describes whiplash as “a neck injury due to forceful,…
If You are Hurt, You Deserve Benefits
Some people who are hurt on the job are pressured right from the start to make certain decisions. Maybe that decision is to not pursue workers’ compensation benefits. Or maybe…
Can The Passenger Sue?
Being the passenger in an automobile involved in an accident can be a helpless feeling, as you have no control or power to avoid the crash. But when it comes…
Rear Ended At A Red Light
Being involved in a rear-end accident is bad enough, but it’s even worse when you’re stopped at a red light or stop sign. These kinds of accidents can be more…
Beware the Dangers of Recalled Baby Products
As a parent or caregiver outfitting your baby’s nursery, your list of essentials easily multiplies by the day. You may have considered shopping online at places like Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist…
Denied Workman’s Comp?
Workers’ compensation is the insurance coverage most employers are required to purchase or provide to compensate employees who are injured in the course of employment. It generally acts as a…
Wheelchair Accidents
When we think of wheelchairs, we may think about the added mobility and freedom they can provide to injured and disabled people. We don’t tend to consider the estimated 300,000…
Children and Playground Injuries: Five Tips for Safer Play
As summertime approaches and public parks and spaces reopen, parents and children may be visiting a nearby playground for some welcome fresh air and sunshine. At the time of this…
Construction Workers and the Risk of Falls
When it comes to death in construction, falls are the top cause. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports “in 2018, there were 320 fatal falls to a lower level…
Before You Ride: Motorcycle Safety Tips
Whether your motivation for riding a motorcycle is to save on vehicle and fuel expenses, for the camaraderie you share with other riders or simply a love of the sport,…
Find the “Right Seat”
National Child Passenger Safety Week is just around the corner, including National Seat Check Saturday (the week of Sept. 20, 2020). The John Price family understands just how critical child…
Hit-and-Run Accident Attorneys in South Carolina
Hit-and-run accidents are rising at an alarming pace on a national level, a 60 percent increase since 2009 according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. In fact, AAA reports…
Slip and Fall Injuries on Private Property
Fall rhythms feel a little different this year. Though gatherings may be limited or taken outdoors with social distancing in mind, you may still plan to visit a friend’s private…
National Concussion Awareness Day
The national conversation around concussion has grown significantly in recent years. Although competitive sports may come to mind (and for good reason given the statistics), the risk of concussion extends…
Why You Need a Attorney on Your Side
If you or a loved one is a victim of a semi-truck collision, you understand it is a dangerous and traumatic experience. Many factors play a role in just how…
Injured by a Speeding Driver
As a responsible driver focused on safety, you are likely well aware of the risks speeding carries. Unfortunately, every day at our law firm, we see the damage caused by…
How Should I Handle Social Media During A Personal Injury Lawsuit?
For most people, spending time on social media is an everyday part of life. It can be used professionally and personally with a wide variety of platforms to choose from….
Employment Discrimination in the COVID Era
Employee discrimination is an unfortunate occurrence that never seems to go out of season. Now that the COVID-19 pandemic continues to run rampant, employee discrimination has taken on a new…
We have a chance to WIN! You can help!
Make us your The Post and Courier Charleston’s Choice. Wowww! We are really honored to have been nominated and selected as one of the TOP TEN Law Firms and Personal…
Ways You Can Hurt Your Own Auto Accident Claim
There is certain protocol to follow when filing an auto accident claim and that starts immediately after the accident. It is also important to know there are ways you can…
Workers Compensation Fraud Defined
Workers’ compensation is a welcomed benefit for people who sustain injuries on the job. It can be a source of survival while those injuries take time to heal. However, there…
Physician Fatigue Among Residents Could Lead to Medical Malpractice
Fatigue can have a severe impact on workers in every industry, although it comes with severe consequences in the medical industry. One slight error can be the difference between life…
How to Detect Mental Abuse in Nursing Home Patients
Nursing home negligence is a sad reality throughout the United States. It takes shape in various forms and does not have to be relegated to physical abuse. It can also…
Q&A: Hiring Auto Accident Attorney
Before hiring an auto accident attorney, it is important to know exactly what you are getting. It is not wise to just pick out a name and go with that…
How to Prepare for a Charleston Hurricane
The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1st and continues through the end of November. The hurricane season refers to the annual formation of tropical cyclones in the Atlantic basin, a…
Child Safety and Car Seat Tips
Car seats have come a long way over the past few decades as child safety continues to improve with more new findings and advances. When using a car seat, the…
The First 5 Things You Should Do After A Crash
Early estimates from the U.S. Department of Transportation show that 26,730 people were killed in car crashes in the first nine months of 2019 alone. With staggering numbers like these,…
What Happens If At-Fault Driver Doesn’t Have insurance
Everybody knows that liability car insurance is the bare minimum legal requirement if you want to operate a vehicle on the roadway. However, a lawyer will tell you that uninsured…
How Typical Defective Product Claims Play Out
Top Personal Injury Attorney Statistics According to statistics from top personal injury attorneys, thousands of people every year are injured or killed because of dangerous or defective products. In Charleston,…
The lawyer that rocks proudly sponsors Cool School.
Attorney Mark Redmond of John Price Law Firm presents the “Cool School” award to Hunley Park Elementary in North Charleston, South Carolina.