Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Jan 07, 2016 in Auto Accidents
Winter is upon us, and the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is urging people to stay safe on the road. Below are some winter weather driving tips to help keep you and your family safe.Preparing for Winter Weather Driving1. Check the driving… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Dec 23, 2015 in Auto Accidents
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is stepping up drunk driving enforcement as part of their Sober or Slammer campaign. Arrests for driving under the influence (DUI) tend to increase during the Christmas holiday, along with fatal car accidents.
Around… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Dec 15, 2015 in Auto Accidents
The U.S. Department of Transportation has proposed an updated safety ratings system for new cars and trucks, which is expected to go into effect in 2019.
The five-star crash ratings are administered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Dec 10, 2015 in Auto Accidents
In 2014, traffic fatalities in the U.S. fell to a record low, as only 1.07 deaths occurred per 100 million vehicle miles traveled.According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations (NHTSA) reporting system, 32,675 people died in vehicle… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Dec 03, 2015 in Auto Accidents
Wednesday afternoon, a 57-year-old woman was arrested in Spartanburg County after firing multiple shots at a vehicle on Hwy. 221 near I-26. Aggressive driving is a major problem accounting for two-thirds of traffic fatalities. When that aggression turns… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Dec 01, 2015 in Auto Accidents
Which states have the worst drivers in the United States? You may be surprised to find that South Carolina ranks near the top, right below Montana and tied with New Mexico for second place.
A recent list was created using data from the National Highway… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Nov 23, 2015 in Auto Accidents
A preliminary debate took place in the U.S. Senate last week about a proposed bill that would allow teenagers as young as 18 to drive and operate 80,000 pound trucks. If passed, this would substantially increase the amount of teen truck drivers on roadways.Opponents… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Nov 20, 2015 in Auto Accidents
Thanksgiving is a time when we take a break from our busy lives to reconnect with family and friends around the dinner table. But its also, tragically, the worst time for car accident fatalities and injuries. The attorneys at Harbin & Burnett would like… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Nov 17, 2015 in Auto Accidents
With a futuristic feel, head-up displays (HUDs) are high-tech features showing up in newer cars. But is this technology enhancing driver safety or simply adding to a growing list of driver distractions?
Designed to keep drivers eyes on the road, HUDs… Read More
Posted on behalf of Harbin & Burnett on Nov 12, 2015 in Auto Accidents
Colleen Sheehey-Church, national president of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), was in Anderson this week to help launch the annual Tie One On For Safety campaign. The red-ribbon campaign was created to promote awareness about the dangers of driving… Read More
