Elder abuse is a serious problem. According to the National Council on Aging, about 10% of all adults aged 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse.
Regardless of your loved one’s care arrangement, there are steps that you can take to minimize the chances that they will become the victim of abuse.
- Keep in Touch
- Trust Your Gut
- Educate your loved one about financial scams
- Know the signs of abuse
Understanding abuse and being aware that it can happen is one of the best ways to prevent abuse.
If you are concerned about the quality of a loved one’s care in a nursing home, please call us for a free consultation (843) 881-8644
It's the first day of fall AND it’s Fall Prevention Awareness Day!
More than 2.8 Million older adults are treated in emergency rooms annually because of a trip and fall. If you have suffered from a slip & fall or trip & fall accident, please call our experienced team of dedicated personal injury lawyers for a free consultation (843) 881-8644.
After an accident, adrenaline can be high and it can be difficult to know what to do in the moment.
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The first two things to do after an accident are to
1.) Call 911 to request the presence of police and an ambulance for anyone who is injured.
2.) Remove your vehicle from the flow of traffic to protect yourself and others.
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After following these actions make sure that you contact your insurance and then give us a call so we can help you with the rest.
Post-settlement selfie with our client whose loved one was neglected while under the care of a nursing home. Being able to help our community always brings a smile to our face! #tbt
National Hispanic Heritage Month starts today and runs through October 15. We recognize the diversity of backgrounds that make up our community in South Carolina, and this month we celebrate those of Hispanic heritage. Should you or a loved one need a law consultation and would prefer to do so in Spanish, we can help!
El Mes de la Herencia Hispana comienza hoy y sigue hasta el 15 de Octubre. Reconocemos la diversidad de orígenes que componen nuestra comunidad en Carolina del Sur, y este mes celebramos los de herencia hispana. Si usted o un ser querido necesita una consulta legal y prefiere hacerlo en español, ¡podemos ayudar, solo llámanos para una consulta!
Today, we remember that out of tragedy, we as Americans can and will unite. Remembering those we lost and honoring the heroes of that fateful day. We will never forget. 🇺🇸 #PatriotDay
A Frequently Asked Question we get is: Should you admit fault at the scene of an accident?
The short answer, no. You should not admit fault at the scene of an accident because you aren’t always aware of all of the factors. Calling the police is the best thing to do immediately following an accident, then give us a call because many things can contribute to an accident and our team can make sure you get the full story.
If you feel like an elderly loved one was unnecessarily put in harms way for any reason, including COVID-19, request their medical records. Medical records are required by law to be kept for all of South Carolina's hospital, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
If you'd like to review those medical records with an attorney experienced in this practice area, please do not hesitate to call us at 843-881-8644.
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We regularly have other attorneys associate us as lead counsel in complex civil cases and catastrophic injury cases. We take great care to dedicate ourselves fully to not only the client’s satisfaction but also the referral attorney’s satisfaction.
We do whatever is needed to prepare the case, and we have the staff and finances to fully prosecute and fund even the most complex and expensive cases. We work within the framework that the attorneys have with the clients to make the relationship beneficial to everyone involved.
If you are a South Carolina attorney or an out of state attorney, we welcome the opportunity to work with you to obtain the best possible results for you and your clients.
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We helped settle our client’s Premises Liability Case for $1,050,000 after they were injured due to a negligently designed parking lot.
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Results not guaranteed. Each case must be evaluated on its own merits.
Today on National Paralegal Appreciation Day, we want to give a very big thank you to our team of paralegals for all that they do! Vanessa, Robert and Sareeta we so appreciate you!
We are here to fight for our clients! In this Slip & Fall case, our client, was a 93-year old woman who fell and was injured and we were able to get her over $1 million for her pain and suffering.
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Results not guaranteed. Each case must be evaluated on its own merits.
From yesterday’s mediation for a nursing home pressure sore case. We handle cases like these, and many others, dealing with elder abuse regularly. Contact us to find out more information!
We are proud to be able to give back to our community and part of that is supporting local youth sports like our HLF football players!
Work-related injuries happen every day. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were more than 890,000 nonfatal work injuries and illnesses involving days away from work in 2018.
From broken bones to back pain, workers in all occupations and industries are exposed to a broad range of injury risks; and, each year, these risks leave millions of workers unable to do their jobs on a short-term or long-term basis. If you have recently been involved in a workplace accident, call us today to learn more about your options at (843) 881-8644.
“People ask the difference between a leader and a boss, the leader leads, and the boss drives.”- Theodore Roosevelt
Wishing a happy National Boss's Day to our own fearless leader Attorney Nate Hughey!
At Hughey Law Firm we focus on your case without losing sight of the human side of things. We understand these can be very stressful and even difficult times for our clients which is why we take great care to support our clients every step of the way.
FAQ FRIDAY: What is my claim worth?
Determining what your case is worth is not always a simple calculation. There are a variety of factors that can affect the value of your claim. As your personal injury lawyers, we can help you accurately determine what your case is worth. Give us a call today!
As your personal injury lawyers, we know which details on the police report affect your claim. There are a lot of documents that are a part of your case that we can help you understand. What’s on your police report can not only affect your case but help you understand the severity of your accident.
Medical malpractice is one of the most difficult practice areas for personal injury attorneys due to the numerous complexities that come with it. It typically requires reviewing thousands of pages of medical records, expert witness testimony from doctors, and an experienced team of attorneys like those at Hughey Law Firm. Contact us today for a free consultation at 843-881-8644 if you think you or a loved one have been a victim of medical malpractice.
Our team of attorneys and legal support staff at Hughey Law Firm are always working together to come up with the best strategy. We consider our clients family and hope it shows through the dedication we give to each and every case.
#tbt At Hughey Law Firm, we consider our clients like family. When your loved one is abused or neglected while under the care of a nursing home, we will be there to ensure they receive just compensation for their pain and those responsible are held accountable.
If you are concerned that a loved one may have been a victim of nursing home or assisted living facility abuse or neglect, please give us a call for a free consultation so we can help determine their options.
HOW TO FILE A PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUIT IN SOUTH CAROLINA
If you have been involved in some kind of accident, whether it be a car accident or slip & fall, you may decide that you want to hold the other party legally responsible for your injuries. Although there are some instances in which the opposing party will settle your claim without a lawsuit, the opposing party may deny liability or the amount of damages which you are claiming. If this happens, you will have to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover for your damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. We can help you with that!
When you hire the Hughey Law Firm, you get local Charleston personal injury lawyers who are dedicated to their mission to serve our clients, the law—and our community. Call us now to see how the Hughey Law Firm can serve you!
Our offices in Mount Pleasant are conveniently located just minutes from the Cooper River Bridge. We offer legal advice and representation for people throughout Charleston and all of South Carolina. We are available for evening and weekend appointments and are also available nights and weekends by phone. Let us help YOU with your legal claim - contact us today!
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Personal Injury Case: We helped our client who’s hand was crushed in vehicle get just compensation for their injury.
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Results not guaranteed. Each case must be evaluated on its own merits.
