Mark D. Chappell Law Blog

If you or a loved one suffered injury or death in an auto accident, consult a South Carolina auto accident attorney before you agree to any settlement.... Read More

Thousands of people are injured and killed in car accidents every year. A variety of factors can contribute to the cause of automobile accidents, including mechanical issues, poor road design and maintenance, dangerous road conditions, and poor driver performance.  However, most Columbia car accidents are the result of someone's negligence, and could have been avoided if one or both parties had practiced more caution.... Read More

On average, three people are killed and ten people are injured in car accidents in the state of South Carolina every day. Being a safe driver does not guarantee that you will not become a statistic. If you sustain a car accident injury in Columbia, you should contact a South Carolina accident lawyer to ensure that you are properly compensated.... Read More

South Carolina workers compensation laws protect employees who suffer work-related injuries and occupational illnesses from lost wages and the cost of treatment, and protect employers from lawsuits, regardless of who is to blame. There are, however, steps the injured employee needs to take to ensure he or she is eligible to receive compensation. ... Read More

If you or someone you know has been involved in a motor vehicle accident in South Carolina, an experienced auto accident lawyer in Columbia can inform you if you have a valid injury claim or not. The auto accident attorneys at Chappel, Smith & Arden have the resources you need on the laws regarding cell phone use while driving and what you are ... Read More

At Chappell, Smith & Arden, our Columbia auto accident lawyers are experienced, focused, and aggressive trial lawyers. Being involved in a Columbia automobile accident is often a traumatic experience disruptive to both your physical and emotional health. As complications can develop after the accident, injuries sustained in auto accidents are tricky. ... Read More

Being involved in a motor vehicle accident is a traumatic experience.  Columbia car accident attorney Mark Chappell discusses the first steps to take following an accident.... Read More