The South Carolina Lawyer Blog

Texting while driving is a form of distracted driving that killed 3,142 lives in America in 2019. That is an average of 8 people a day, and that number has been consistent over the previous years. Much like drinking and driving, texting while driving presents several dangers on the road that the...

If you find yourself hurt over someone else's negligence, you may be confused as to how to handle the situation. Your medical bills are piling up and you're unable to work. While you may not be interested in court proceedings, contacting a personal injury attorney may be the best way to handle y...

Establishing child support through the court system can sometimes be a necessary event, but, life changes. In the event you need to request child support modification, you can do so even after a formal arrangement has been established. An experienced Pawleys Island family court lawyers can help ...

Child support in South Carolina typically ends when the child turns 18, graduates from high school or meets other criteria for elimination of child support. However, there are instances when the child support cutoff age can be extended. If the child is still in high school at age 18, support is ...

A living will is different than a traditional will or trust. When you create a living will, you're crafting a legal document that confirms your desires for end-of-life medical care. A living will is also referred to as an advance directive or health care directive. Its purpose is to share your w...

In a slip and fall injury case, there are many pieces to consider. Your main concern should be your health, and while legal action may not even cross your mind when you injure yourself on someone else's property, the reality is you may incur hefty medical bills that shouldn't fall on you to pay....

If you slip and fall in a business, parking lot or other property, your main concern is your health. While legal action may not even cross your mind when you injure yourself on someone else's property, the sad reality is that many business owners will try to avoid paying your medical bills. By l...

When you are going through a divorce in South Carolina, you'll likely have a number of questions. From how to file divorce to whether the state is a community or separate property state, choosing a skilled Pawleys Island family lawyers is the best way to make the process as smooth as possible. S...

A South Carolina woman is suing the federal government, alleging that her husband died a wrongful death as a result of the government's negligence. The suit stems from the 2015 flooding in South Carolina, in which a man named Bob McCarty was swept away by floodwater while in his vehicle at 6:30 ...

Transcription of Video Whitney M. : All right, so Clay, you've recently been working on a case with Curtis Darnell, I believe. Clay Hopkins: Yeah, actually Mr. Darnell is a former US Air Force Veteran. He survived in the Air Force for eight years. He was stationed all around the world. He was ac...

Transcription of Video Whitney M. : Back again with Bill and Clay Hopkins. We are going to talk about a recent- Was it a recent case out of Florence that you guys settled? Bill Hopkins: That's correct, Whitney, yes. It's a property damage case that arose out of a hurricane. And of course, we're ...

The United States Constitution's Fourth Amendment safeguards residents from unjustified search and seizure. This means that the authorities cannot enter your property to search or take anything from your car or home unless they have a warrant to do so. Nonetheless, there are situations where thi...

Purchasing and owning a home is a major accomplishment and life event for residents in South Carolina and elsewhere. While it might take years to make this dream come true, it is ultimately worth all the hard work and dedication. Unfortunately, a homeowner's dreams could come crumbling down. Fin...

Most slip and fall cases settle out of court. That is because slip and fall court time is expensive, and most parties want that to end as soon as possible. Even so, there are approximately eight million slip and falls in America annually. Some are serious enough to go to court. If you have a sli...

Have you sustained an injury from South Carolina? It can be quite scary if you're not sure you're on legal grounds in pursuing a lawsuit, but we want you to be well compensated. In South Carolina, their court system can assist you with that, including costs associated with your injury. If you ha...

Many people default to a partner or child when it comes to specifying the beneficiary of a life insurance policy. For those, however, who do not have a life partner or child to declare as the heir to their policy, choosing a beneficiary can become a bit questionable. Deciding who will receive yo...

Choosing the best lawyer for your needs should be done with the same process as you would any other product or service. The problem is that many of our legal issues are accompanied by strong emotions, and we forget to take the time to perform the due diligence needed to find the best Pawleys Isl...

Did you know about 39.5 million people seek medical help for unintentional injuries each year? Whether you've gotten into a car accident or you're having trouble with your chiropractic care, you need a personal injury lawyer. It's difficult to support your claim when your injury results from the...

There is no South Carolina law that mandates private employers must pay employees who are absent due to jury duty. For this reason, it's not uncommon that many potential jurors attempt to be excused from jury duty. While serving on a jury is an important task in the state's judicial system, it c...

Many clients come in the door asking how much they can recover in a slip and fall lawsuit and how quickly they can get their money. They may be particularly eager to get a settlement check because they have incurred medical bills and missed time from work. However, many factors that decide the t...

You are always free to file a lawsuit at any time after your slip and fall injury. The important questions are how long you have to file and whether you are ready to file your lawsuit. The most important consideration with timing is the statute of limitations in your case. In South Carolina, you...

If we were to tell you what the average slip and fall case payout is, it would mean absolutely nothing for your case. What someone else may receive in a settlement does not have anything to do with your own legal rights. You are legally entitled to be paid for your full damages when someone else...

Much like the name implies, accidents are unexpected events. No one can assume that he or she will be an accident victim, and they certainly cannot prepare for such a tragic event occurring. Thus, when you are injured in an accident, it is vital to understand what happened, what caused the incid...

Are you having difficulty paying medical bills and you're unable to work due to an injury sustained in an accident? Are you faced with these stressful situations including handling paperwork for insurance companies? If you're facing situations like these you need the services of a skilled attorn...