When an auto accident happens unexpectedly, anyone can become a victim. One moment you're commuting back home after a long day at the office. The next, your car is totaled, and you're injured in the hospital due to another person's negligence. It's not fair, but it happens every day. Unlike the irresponsible party who caused the accident, personal injury victims often suffer the most in auto accidents. They have to worry about lost days at work, the long road to recovery, and the inability to provide for their family. Sadly, many people injured in car accidents don't have the luxury of worrying about bills because they're fighting for life in the emergency room.
And while modern cars come equipped with safety features like blind spot monitoring and cross-traffic alerts, motor vehicle accidents are still a huge problem in South Carolina. According to the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, in 2020, one person was injured every 11 minutes in a car collision. Even worse, one fatal collision was recorded every 9.1 hours.
Unfortunately, victims of auto accident negligence often don't know what to do when another driver hits them. They have questions like:
These same innocent people provide official statements to insurance agencies without knowing the consequences.
However, if you or your loved ones are victims in a car crash, there's good news. Laws in South Carolina mandate that guilty parties must compensate for pain and suffering. But in order to get the compensation you deserve, it's crucial to work with a personal injury attorney in Newberry, SC. Experienced personal injury lawyers know how to bolster your case by securing witnesses for questioning, obtaining accident scene information, and documenting vehicle damage. If these tasks aren't completed quickly, you are far less likely to receive the compensation you and your family deserve.
Theos Law Firm exists to fight for your rights and to ensure negligent drivers are held responsible for the damage they do to your family. It's really that simple. We aren't afraid to trade blows with selfish insurance agencies. Because, unlike Theos Law Firm, they couldn't care less about your best interests.
Here are just a few reasons why so many hardworking people choose Theos Law Firm:
When you're involved in a car or truck accident, it can be a life-changing event. Having represented hundreds of personal injury victims, we understand that you may be confused and frightened. You know you need to speak with a lawyer, but you need a calm, cool presence to ease your anxiety. You need someone who understands what you're enduring, and we know how you feel. Unlike other auto accident attorneys, we believe that personal injury claims are more about the people involved and less about money and settlements. When you reach out to Theos Law Firm, you can rest easy knowing our team will treat you with dignity, compassion, and empathy.
With many years of combined personal injury experience, there's nothing that our team hasn't seen in terms of auto accidents. With that said, we understand that there is no "common" type of accident or scenario - no two accidents are the same. We have represented clients involved in DUI accidents, truck rollovers, reckless drivers, interstate pileups, rear-end collisions, and even Uber driver crashes. With such extensive experience, our team has the tools and talent to take care of you, regardless of how complicated your case might be.
The recovery process involved with automobile accidents changes with every person we represent. There are dozens of details to account for, from car repairs to insurance questions and everything in between. These small but necessary details aren't easy to accomplish for injured parties. That's why our team goes the extra mile to help cut through the red tape to ensure your medical bills are paid, and your car gets fixed. The less weight you have on your shoulders to worry about, the faster you can focus on recovering.
Unlike other personal injury law firms, our team is 100% committed to protecting your rights, and we're uniquely positioned to do so with decades of combined experience. We offer robust representation for many types of auto accidents, including:
If you have been the victim of an accident listed above, please understand that time is of the essence. There is limited time to seek compensation for your injuries, hospital bills, lost wages, and more. As such, there is only a short time to obtain experienced representation for your personal injury case.
Our team knows that finding the right attorney to represent you is an important choice. Therefore, we believe that an initial consultation is imperative to understand your needs and identify your goals fully. When we sit down with you to learn the nuances of your accident, we'll cover all aspects of South Carolina law pertaining to your case. That way, you're armed with information and have an idea of the next steps our firm will take to represent you.
Remember - the sooner we can dig into the details of your case, the sooner we can pursue your rightful compensation. As seasoned personal injury attorneys, our team specializes in several types of automobile accidents:
Car accidents are a serious problem in South Carolina. If you're an adult, you probably know someone involved in a bad car crash in our state. When you look at the stats, it seems like car accidents are always on the rise. One person was killed every 8.2 hours in a car collision. Even more sobering is that one teen driver is involved in a fatal or injury-causing collision every 1.6 hours. The unfortunate truth is that many people involved in car crashes were hurt due to the other driver's negligence.
Common car crash injuries in South Carolina include:
Car accident victims in South Carolina are often left to pay their medical bills but can't do so because they're too hurt to go to work or take their car in for repair. These life-changing scenarios can snowball into a series of scary events, leaving victims hopeless and unsure where to turn.
Fortunately, a car accident attorney in Newberry, SC can help you avoid these pitfalls and obtain the money you need to survive. At Theos Law Firm, our team has a deep understanding of the rules that dictate fault in South Carolina. We know that thorough representation is needed to receive maximum compensation, and we're well-prepared to achieve that goal for you.
Our car accident lawyers in South Carolina can recover compensation for injuries and damages:
The moments following the crash are often a blur when you're involved in a car accident. However, per South Carolina law, those on the scene must adhere to legal responsibilities and obligations.
First, try to stop your car and ensure it is positioned safely near the scene of the crash. Then, call 911 to report the accident. While most folks go into full-blown panic mode, you need to stay calm so you can process the situation. If you notice that there are injured people, give them "reasonable assistance." Per South Carolina Code of Laws, that could include transporting hurt people to a hospital or calling an ambulance for them.
If you're in a car crash, you need to be prepared to exchange contact information with other drivers at the accident scene. If the person who caused the collision is present, make sure to get their name, phone number, address, and insurance info. If witnesses are present, get their contact info, too, in case our team needs to obtain their account later.
Next, try to piece together how the car crash happened. This is an appropriate time to take photos of the cars, wreckage, and debris. Ask yourself if you think a vehicle failed to follow the rules of the road, like speeding or failing to stop at a stop sign.
Regardless of how minor your injuries may appear and who may be to blame for the accident, get legal advice from Theos Law Firm first before giving any recorded statements or refusing medical care.
Tractor-trailer and semi-truck crashes are often more complicated than two car crashing. Because these cases are more complex and nuanced, it's imperative that you contact a truck accident attorney in Newberry, SC to help you through the recovery process and win the compensation you deserve.
After a semi-truck crash, you must take steps quickly to preserve evidence so that the crash may be recreated. In serious semi-truck accidents where people are injured or killed, trucking companies usually send a team of investigators to the accident site immediately. These investigators will do their best to obtain evidence that can hurt you in court or even attempt to hide or destroy evidence. The last thing a trucking company wants is for you to win a settlement against them.
That's especially true since various entities may be liable for your truck accident injury, not just the driver. The trucking company, the trucking manufacturer, and the team responsible for truck maintenance could also be responsible. Additionally, if dangerous or inadequate road conditions factor into your accident, you could actually sue some government departments. For those reasons, it's critical to retain quality representation ASAP after a truck accident in South Carolina.
At Theos Law Firm, our team has experience winning compensation in many types of truck accidents, such as:
As your truck accident lawyer in South Carolina, we work hard to fight for your rights and win your case. In order to do so, our team will:
We'll arrive on-scene to notate skid mark length and the locations of vehicles involved. We will also capture detailed pictures and measurements pertinent to your crash.
Obtaining the trucking company's records and discovering the info they have on the semi-truck driver involved is an important part of our process. We will also secure access to the trucker's driving log notes, which they must maintain according to law.
Like airplanes and helicopters, big rigs have a "black box" that records real-time truck data, like speeds, changes in direction, and brake application.
We'll arrive on-scene to notate skid mark length and the locations of vehicles involved. We will also capture detailed pictures and measurements pertinent to your crash.
Sometimes an expert is needed to digest all the evidence and provide an expert opinion on the cause of the semi-truck collision. When needed, our team will hire such an expert to ensure your case is robust and air-tight.
We will obtain the police's investigation report and any accident photos, measurements, or other documentation taken by officers while investigating your semi-truck crash.
It's imperative to find all the witnesses of your accident and interview them to get recorded statements in a timely manner. Doing otherwise may result in faded memories and inaccurate facts.
Time and again, auto accident victims agree to early settlements provided by insurance companies because the offer seems like a lot. But what if you return to work after recovering from an accident, only for your pain to return?
With adjusters, lawyers, and investigators at their disposal, insurance agencies will do everything in their power to minimize the compensation you deserve. Don't let them pick on you or silence your voice. If you or a loved are victims of a negligent car or truck accident in South Carolina, contact Theos Law Firm today. We have the team, tools, and experience to fight back on your behalf, no matter how complicated your case may seem.
To schedule an appointment for your free consultation, contact Theos Law Firm in Newberry today.
NEWBERRY — In 1954, Congress approved of a bill that proclaimed November 11 as Veterans Day. The national holiday is to honor the men and women who currently serve and have served in the military, no matter the circumstances.“Veteran’s Day is designed to honor all veterans. It doesn’t matter when they were in the service or if they were in combat. Veterans Day is set aside for veterans to be recognized for their service,” said Vietnam veteran, David Parnell.One of the ways veterans are recognized n...
NEWBERRY — In 1954, Congress approved of a bill that proclaimed November 11 as Veterans Day. The national holiday is to honor the men and women who currently serve and have served in the military, no matter the circumstances.
“Veteran’s Day is designed to honor all veterans. It doesn’t matter when they were in the service or if they were in combat. Veterans Day is set aside for veterans to be recognized for their service,” said Vietnam veteran, David Parnell.
One of the ways veterans are recognized nationwide on the holiday is through parades, which Newberry will have. The parade will be this Saturday with the lineup starting at 9 a.m. and the parade itself beginning at 10 a.m. The parade will begin on Calhoun Street, go through downtown Main Street and end on Glenn Street around 11 a.m.
South Carolina Deputy Adjutant General Major Jeff Jones will be the grand marshal of the parade and will be followed by multiple other military vehicles, old tractors and cars, including South Carolina’s only functioning halftrack, provided through the American Heritage Foundation.
After the parade, there will be a Samsung Sponsored luncheon in the parking lot of Piedmont Technical College. During last year’s luncheon, Samsung provided over 550 free meals to veterans. During the lunch, Henry Brooks and his band will be preforming and a raffle will be held. Tickets for the raffle will be five dollars and all proceeds will be going to American Legion Post 24.
Newberry Veteran’s Affairs Office would also like to thank David Parnell for his 13 years of service as the office’s director. Parnell served a total of 35 years in the military, spending six in the army during Vietnam before serving the National Guard for 29 years.
“We appreciate Dave Parnell’s service of 13 years to the Veteran’s Affairs Office in Newberry. He’s going to be missed,” said Raleigh Hickman, director of Newberry County Veteran’s Affairs.
Orion Griffin is an intern with The Newberry Observer, he is a student at Presbyterian College.
It's part of a training program for the workers, who help get the power back on in towns across the state, and Newberry was chosen to host the school.NEWBERRY, S.C. — Newberry has become home to the first municipal lineman school in the state.The program is through ElectriCities of North Carolina, a group that works with local utilities in three states, including South Carolina....
It's part of a training program for the workers, who help get the power back on in towns across the state, and Newberry was chosen to host the school.
NEWBERRY, S.C. — Newberry has become home to the first municipal lineman school in the state.
The program is through ElectriCities of North Carolina, a group that works with local utilities in three states, including South Carolina.
It's part of a training program for the workers, who help get the power back on in towns across the state, and Newberry was chosen to host the school.
"Municipalities used to train with the South Carolina Electric and Gas training program, when they were purchased by Dominion Energy that program ended so we we're wondering what to do," says Utility Director for the City of Newberry, Tim Baker.
It's a program other municipalities like Camden, Orangeburg, and Bishopville will benefit from as.
"Municipalities in the state still own their electric systems, and the workers have to be trained, some of the larger ones are Orangeburg Department of Public Utilities, and the City of Rock Hill they have over 40,000 customers so they have to have trained employees just like a large investor in utilities would have," he adds.
Having it in Newberry will help attract workers, but it's also beneficial for businesses say officials.
"Lineman from around South Carolina will be coming here to train, and then secondly is the economic impact. You know, to have folks coming to town on a regular basis to train here and stay in our hotels, which our downtown hotel I spoke with them is full for this week with the lineman school and other things, so they are excited and overflowing into our other hotels," said Mayor of Newberry, Foster Senn.
Adding this monthly program will bring in new people each month.
For those wanting to take part in the training, you must be hired by one of the 21 city utility departments that are partnered with that group.
For others interested in the career, there are several technical colleges across the state that provide the curriculum across the state like York Technical College, Trident Technical College, and Tri-County Technical College.
NEWBERRY — The Newberry County Chamber of Commerce has begun showcasing local agriculture and artists with the kick-off of the Grow Newberry Farmer’s Market and the 2023 S.C. Ag+Art Tour.The market, which began on Saturday, May 13, will have various dates coming up, including every Saturday in June (except June 17), every Saturday in July, August 5, August 12 and September 9.“Newberry County has a great number of food producers, and the Grow Newberry Farmer’s Market is one way to spotlight them and put t...
NEWBERRY — The Newberry County Chamber of Commerce has begun showcasing local agriculture and artists with the kick-off of the Grow Newberry Farmer’s Market and the 2023 S.C. Ag+Art Tour.
The market, which began on Saturday, May 13, will have various dates coming up, including every Saturday in June (except June 17), every Saturday in July, August 5, August 12 and September 9.
“Newberry County has a great number of food producers, and the Grow Newberry Farmer’s Market is one way to spotlight them and put them in a central location that is convenient for folks to be able to purchase local, fresh goods,” said Michelle Long, executive director of the Newberry County Chamber of Commerce. “We know in May there is not a large number of produce items available; however, you can come and get meats, plants and a lot of baked goodies and homemade goods that people will enjoy shopping for.”
This weekend, the Newberry County Chamber of Commerce is highlighting agriculture even more with the Ag+Art Tour. The tour is a grassroots-driven program coordinated by volunteers across a diverse spectrum of organizations. Hosted through the Clemson Cooperative Extension, the tour has incorporated Newberry County for many years.
This year, May 20-21, visitors can tour the following farms: Bowers Farm (279 Ringer Road, Pomaria), Carolina Pride Pastures (1416 S.C. Highway 34, Pomaria), Hi Brau Beef Co. (260 Country Club Road, Newberry), Lever Farms (5057 Highway 34, Pomaria).
The participating farms will give visitors a glimpse into livestock, alpacas, strawberries and much more.
“With Newberry County’s rich agricultural history, we are able to highlight a few of the farms that are here producing in the county. We will also showcase local artisans in the area, and the artisans are not necessarily from the county, but all over the state because they enjoy participating in Ag+Art tours,” Long said.
For more information on either program, call the Newberry County Chamber of Commerce at (803) 276-4274.
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NEWBERRY, S.C. -- Newberry College will add women's wrestling as an intercollegiate sport beginning in the 2024-25 academic year. The addition was approved unanimously by the college's Board of Trustees."Women's wrestling is a rapidly growing sport, both regionally and nationally. Adding this program is a major step forward, part of Newberry College's commitment to growing opportunities for female student-athletes," said Newberry College Director of Athletics Sean Johnson.The college ...
NEWBERRY, S.C. -- Newberry College will add women's wrestling as an intercollegiate sport beginning in the 2024-25 academic year. The addition was approved unanimously by the college's Board of Trustees.
"Women's wrestling is a rapidly growing sport, both regionally and nationally. Adding this program is a major step forward, part of Newberry College's commitment to growing opportunities for female student-athletes," said Newberry College Director of Athletics Sean Johnson.
The college will hire a head coach this summer to recruit a roster for competition.
There are currently 55 NCAA schools that sponsor women's wrestling, 20 of them in Division II, including Emmanuel, Emory & Henry, King, Lincoln Memorial, and the University of Mount Olive. Other participating institutions in the region include Presbyterian (D-I), Campbellsville (NAIA), Cumberlands (NAIA), Ferrum (D-III), Greensboro (D-III), Life (NAIA), Montreat (NAIA), and St. Andrews (NAIA).
High school girls' wrestling has grown exponentially, with participation growing from 35,653 participants in 2022 to 52,406 in 2023: an increase of 16,753 wrestlers in one year. In South Carolina, 190 wrestlers represented 40 schools at the state high school tournament.
"We are so very grateful for the Newberry College administration's recognition of the educational value and diversity that women's wrestling will bring to their campus," said Mike Moyer, executive director of the National Wrestling Coaches Association. "Newberry College proved when it added men's wrestling in 2004 that they could be nationally relevant and competitive in a very short period of time. This is just another example of Newberry College being a trailblazer in intercollegiate athletics. This announcement represents the 158th intercollegiate women's team, and the 90th NCAA-affiliated program, that will be competing across America."
"We're thrilled about Newberry College's decision to add women's wrestling as an intercollegiate sport, as it will create more opportunities for women to attend college and compete in athletics," said Sally Roberts, founder and CEO of Wrestle Like A Girl. "With nearly 40% of female wrestlers competing at the NCAA level identifying as first-generation college students, and another 45% identifying as non-white, Newberry's decision will help drive a united goal to provide more opportunities for girls and women."
Women's collegiate wrestling competes in freestyle wrestling, which differs from the folkstyle rules used in men's collegiate wrestling. Freestyle wrestling emphasizes exposure points, while folkstyle emphasizes controlling your opponent. Women's wrestling also competes in different weight classes, including 101, 109, 116, 123, 130, 136, 143, 155, 170 and 191 pounds.
Women's wrestling and women's acrobatics & tumbling, which will also launch in 2024, will become Newberry College's 23rd and 24th NCAA Division II sports.
SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association recently announced its Hall of Fame Class for 2023. Inductees include Tim Baldwin for Goose Creek High School, Zam Frederick of Calhoun County High School, Frank Moorhead of North Myrtle Beach High School, and Eddie Raines of Winnsboro and Chapin High Schools.These four coaches were inducted into the South Carolina Basketball Hall of Fame on March 17 in conjunction with the 74th Annual North-South All Star Game Banquet at Seawell’s Restaurant in Columbia....
SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association recently announced its Hall of Fame Class for 2023. Inductees include Tim Baldwin for Goose Creek High School, Zam Frederick of Calhoun County High School, Frank Moorhead of North Myrtle Beach High School, and Eddie Raines of Winnsboro and Chapin High Schools.
These four coaches were inducted into the South Carolina Basketball Hall of Fame on March 17 in conjunction with the 74th Annual North-South All Star Game Banquet at Seawell’s Restaurant in Columbia.
Of the new coaches, Raines is a Whtimire native. He spent 32 years in education holding numerous positions as a teacher, administrator at both elementary and high school campuses, plus positions at the district office level.
However, the role he most cherished was that of coach. He coached at Wagner (1966-67), Winnsboro (two different stints 1967-76 and 1977-87) and Chapin (1976-77) posting a record of 310-144. His Winnsboro team participated in two state championship games in 1972 and 1973, plus advanced to the upper state finals on three more occasions 1974, 1979 and 1984. He also advanced to the lower state championship one time.
Over his career, Raines teams won six conference titles and finished runner-up seven times. That success led him to being voted Conference Coach of the Year on five separate seasons. In 1978, Raines was selected as the head coach for the North Squad in the Annual North-South All Star Game.
One of Raines passion was improving the quality of basketball in South Carolina, and was a charter member of South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association and served as an area representative in that inaugural year.
Continuing in his role as an ambassador for high school basketball, since retiring in the 1998, Raines served as a member of the Beach Ball Classic Committee for 28 years. His role is chairperson of the All-Tournament Team selection working with former coaches John Smith, Shay Rollins, Jim Suber, Homer Carraway, Hall of Fame Referee Jack Tiller.
As a side note, Raines is also 1-0 in his college career at Newberry College when he and his brother, Irby, filled in for Coach Neil Gordon. Raines flirted with some college opportunities, but felt a more stable lifestyle was best for his family. He also realizes that this honor would not have been possible without his former players, fellow coaches, family, and his his wife Eunice.