Vega v. Tekoh: The Death of Miranda?
Is the US Supreme Court’s opinion in Vega v. Tekoh “the death of Miranda?” No… It is not the death of Miranda, although it could be an ominous sign of what the Court is planning in future appellate opinions. Tekoh does not “do away with” Miranda rights, and the result...
Was GEICO Forced to Pay Over $5 Million for a Woman Who Got an STD in an Automobile?
Was GEICO was forced to pay over $5 million to a woman because she contracted an STD in the vehicle? No – despite the alarm-raising clickbait headlines from various media outlets, GEICO was not forced to pay the $5 million award (not yet anyway). Furthermore, this was...
Types of Damages that are Available in a SC Auto Accident or Personal Injury Claim
What are the types of damages that you can recover in an auto accident or personal injury claim in SC? Many people are unaware of the different types of damages that they are entitled to after a car accident – and the insurance company is not going to tell you what...
What is a Preliminary Hearing in SC?
A preliminary hearing in SC is a probable cause hearing where the prosecution must prove that there was probable cause for your arrest and charges. If there was no probable cause, your case is dismissed. If the court finds that there was probable cause for the arrest,...
Should Drunk Drivers be Required to Pay Child Support to Victim’s Families?
If a drunk driver causes the death of a parent, should the defendant be required to pay child support to the surviving parent or guardian? That’s what SC legislators say a proposed bill would require, except the legislation as it is written doesn’t make sense, won’t...
Workers’ Compensation in SC: What are Temporary Benefits and How do You Get Them?
If you have been injured on the job and are unable to work, you may be entitled to temporary benefits through your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. In this article, we will cover the basics of temporary benefits in SC, including: What temporary benefits...
What if You Need to File for Divorce but Your Spouse Lives in Another State?
What if your spouse lives in another state and you need to file for divorce – do you have to file in the state where your spouse lives or can you file your divorce action in South Carolina? If you do not meet the residency requirements for a SC divorce or if you file...
Can I Recover Lost Wages After an Auto Accident?
Can you recover lost wages when your injuries cause you to miss work after an auto accident? There are many types of damages that you can recover after a car crash that is caused by another driver, including financial, mental, and physical losses. One of these...
How Long do Workers’ Compensation Benefits Last in SC?
How long do workers’ compensation benefits last in SC? Assuming you do not resolve your case with a lump-sum settlement, how long your workers’ compensation benefits will last depends on the type of injury you suffered, the severity of your injuries, and, more...
What are DUI Field Sobriety Tests and How Do You Defend Against Them?
What are DUI field sobriety tests? When you think of a DUI arrest, you may picture a person standing on the side of the road, with blue lights flashing and a police officer standing in front of them, leaning their head back while touching their nose. Or, you may...
