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Understanding Toxic Tort Cases
Toxic tort cases arise when an entity’s negligent actions or inaction contaminates the air, soil, or water, resulting in exposure-related…

How Recalls Affect Product Liability Claims
When companies produce and sell products to the public, they have an obligation to make sure these products are safe…

Common Seat Belt Failures and Related Car Crash Injuries
A seat belt failure during an auto accident can lead to serious harm or even ejection from the vehicle, complicating…

Debunking Common Misconceptions About Defective Product Lawsuits
When unsafe products harm consumers, those injured may have a right to file a product liability lawsuit—often with the help…

Product Liability Claims Under South Carolina Law
This post uses a faulty child’s toy as an example of a potential defective product, but our law firm handles…

SC Hands-Free Law: What Drivers Should Know
The South Carolina Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act took effect on September 1, 2025, requiring drivers to remain attentive on…

Trucking Company Safety Obligations
When a trucking company fails its safety obligations and continues non-compliant and negligent operations, it puts other drivers on the…

Understanding Multi-Car Accidents: Causes & Consequences
Multi-car accidents can result in catastrophic injuries that can make long-term physical, emotional, and financial impacts on the people involved.…

What To Do if You Suspect a Surgical Error Occurred
If you or a loved one has undergone a medical procedure and suspect a healthcare provider made a mistake or…

Common Defective Products That Cause Injury
Product defects harm many Americans annually, and surged in 2024 with 869 reported incidents and 25 deaths1. This trend is…

The Framework for Bell Legal Group’s Partnership Program
Bell Legal Group’s referral and partnership programs help our collective practices and clients succeed. We’ve developed a partnership program that…

Who Is Liable for Defective Products?
You don’t expect everyday items in your home to severely harm you or a loved one, but lawsuits for defective…

How Collaboration Between Firms Helps Us All
Law firms are built on the idea of partnership, which is an arrangement where parties agree to cooperate in order…

Ed Bell To Serve Third Appointment as Lead Counsel in the Camp Lejeune Litigation
J. Edward Bell has been appointed Lead Counsel of the Plaintiffs’ Leadership Group (PLG) for a third time, demonstrating his…

Accidents With Out-of-State Truck Drivers
The aftermath of a commercial vehicle accident can be overwhelming when the other party is a semi-truck driver. Considerations for…

Why Medical Devices Malfunction and What To Do
A medical device malfunction that results in physical injury, revision surgery, or financial strain requires reporting and possibly litigation. The…

The Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation Act of 2024: Bipartisan Support for Firefighters
Policymakers and fire industry advocates continue pushing for firefighter protection acts, safety improvements, and accountability. The Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation…

Protecting Yourself From Insurance Adjusters’ Tactics
Knowing the tactics insurance adjusters try to use against you and how to sidestep these can safeguard your rights to…

A Dangerous Toy Hurt My Child: Can I File a Lawsuit?
Parents can file lawsuits when dangerous toys harm their children, potentially holding the designers, manufacturers, marketers, or retailers accountable for…

Two Bell Legal Lawyers Earn Top 40 Under 40 Honors
Bell Legal Group proudly announces the selection of Matthew Mariani and Gabrielle Sulpizio to join the American Institute of Trial…

Which Hair Relaxers Can Cause Cancer?
Studies show that using hair relaxers made with formaldehyde, parabens, and phthalate chemicals are linked to higher rates of developing…

Severe Seat Belt Syndrome and Legal Remedies
Many individuals overlook the seriousness of seat belt syndrome injuries and fail to take appropriate action against the at-fault motorist…

What Actions Should I Take if I’m Harmed by a Defective Product?
Serious injuries can occur when a product malfunctions or doesn’t work as intended. The steps you take after an injury…

How Communication Failures in Healthcare Can Lead to Medical Malpractice Claims
When healthcare professionals fail to communicate, medical malpractice claims can result. This communication breakdown can occur in a number of…

Common Causes of Car Accidents in South Carolina
From drunk to distracted driving, a multitude of factors can cause car accidents, leading to vehicle and property damage, injuries,…

The Chemicals in Hair Relaxers and Why You Should Care
Some hair relaxers include hazardous chemicals that are banned in other countries, because they are known to increase a woman’s…

My Airbags Didn’t Deploy in a Car Accident — Now What?
When an airbag malfunctions during a car accident and fails to cushion an impact or prevent serious injuries, legal action…

Meet Ed Bell, a Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame Attorney
South Carolina native J. Edward Bell, III, is one of a few remarkable individuals named to the Trial Lawyer Hall…

Do I Need a Lawyer for a Car Accident?
While drivers don’t often need a lawyer for a simple fender bender, motorists should consider obtaining legal help for car…

Steps To Take After a Car Accident in SC
Taking the right steps after a car accident can help you if you decide to file a personal injury lawsuit.…

The Effect of Defective Truck Parts on Truck Accidents
Though most crashes involving large trucks are caused by operator errors, sometimes the accident investigations reveal defective parts contributed. The…

Phase I Update: Momentum Builds for the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit
Efforts to protect the rights of those harmed by Camp Lejeune water contamination continue as the lawsuit intensifies. Meet-and-confers and…

The Tort Reform Debate in SC
Photo courtesy of Mark Adams, SCETV Following weeks of debate in the South Carolina legislature, the Senate returned on March…

Exposure Requirements for Camp Lejeune Claims
Nearly a million people were exposed to toxins at Camp Lejeune due to the sizable base population and its widespread…

Complexities of South Carolina Medical Malpractice Laws
South Carolina medical malpractice laws and damage limits are state-specific rulings that are difficult to understand, especially without experience. Various…

The Challenges of Handling a Truck Accident Case Alone
Truck accidents can dramatically impact your life and they’re difficult to take on alone! If you’ve filed a car crash…

Progress Report: The Military’s Switch to PFAS-Free AFFF Replacements
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) investigation1 revealed many military installations still stock—and deploy—aqueous foam for combatting fuel fires, despite numerous…

Is Negligence During Labor and Delivery Considered Malpractice in South Carolina?
Not every injury after labor and delivery is malpractice in South Carolina, but an injury due to a provider’s negligence…

Understanding Product Liability Laws
Product liability laws safeguard individuals harmed by defective products, allowing them to sue companies who produce, sell, design, or manufacture…

The Supreme Court Grants a Certiorari on Class Action Lawsuit Requirements
On January 24, 2025, the Supreme Court granted certiorari in Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings v. Davis, a case addressing…

Bell Legal Group’s Partnership Program
Our partnership program allows us to collaborate with firms all over the country on complex civil cases. We have working…

Decades-Long Effects of Camp Lejeune Chemical Exposure
James served at Camp Lejeune as a healthy young man but after leaving, his mental and physical health declined, and…

About South Carolina’s Proposed Tort Reform: What Bill S.244 Means for You
South Carolina residents should understand the dangers of the proposed tort reform bill, Bill S.244, which threatens to weaken liability…

Chemical Hair Relaxer Lawsuit FAQs
If you have questions about the lawsuits against manufacturers of hair relaxer products, you’re in the right place. Cosmetic brands…

How AFFF Changed Firehouse Culture
Steven started at the firehouse at 18 and has embraced the culture wholeheartedly, even after AFFF toxins and contaminated firefighter…

FAQs About Camp Lejeune Lawsuits
Many military members reach out to us with questions about Camp Lejeune claims and lawsuits. Read on to get answers…

The Damage of Catastrophic Medical Malpractice Errors
Medical malpractice cases typically involve permanent injuries that affect patients’ well-being and result in long-term physical, financial, and emotional damage.…

Negative Effects of Using Hair Relaxers
The dangers of cancer-causing relaxers weren’t fully revealed until recently because manufacturers concealed this information from the public, despite its…

Types of Truck Accidents in South Carolina
South Carolina’s scenic highways make road trips enjoyable, but the prevalence of semis and other trucks also makes travel in…

Are Hair Relaxer Ingredients Dangerous?
Hair relaxer ingredients are now associated with uterine, endometrial, and ovarian cancer, proving that they are dangerous and put women’s…