Once upon a time, mothers always got custody of the children when parents divorced. This was certainly a cultural artifact, but it also had a solid place in legal theory.According to the "tender years doctrine," it is in the best interest of children who cannot live...
Month: July 2018
Asset Forfeiture in South Carolina
When the United States stole a Spanish pirate ship called the Palmyra in 1822, it was sailed right here to South Carolina. The U.S. government had made fighting piracy a priority, but the king of Spain insisted the Americans return the Palmyra, which he had...
What Not to Do After a Car Crash in Myrtle Beach
I've written before about things that you should do after a car wreck in Myrtle Beach, but what are the pitfalls every accident victim should avoid? What should you not do? There are a few things that many people do not realize will hurt their chances of recovery in...
Why do Couples Get Divorced?
If you feel that you are at the end of your rope, wondering if getting married was a mistake, or trying to decide if you need to call it quits and separate from your spouse, you are not alone. People all over the country are considering separation or divorce and are...
Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights in SC?
Although grandparents in South Carolina have very limited legal rights to enforce visitation or custody with their grandchildren, it is possible in many situations. SC law gives grandparents visitation rights in specific circumstances when the child's parents are...
When Can I Get Punitive Damages in SC?
Tort law is meant to compensate people who are hurt by other people or companies - if we did not have tort law, corporations would kill for profits, people would refuse to pay for damage that they caused, and ordinary people would turn to self-help... Criminal law is...
Child Support in South Carolina
If you are separated from your spouse or divorced and you have minor children, child support may be one of the most important questions on your mind. Will I get child support if I have custody of my children? How much child support will I get - or how much child...
“Easy” Auto Accident Cases
Is your car wreck case a "slam dunk?"Not so fast... it may be, but it also may be that you aren't familiar with what goes into getting full compensation in an auto case...Many of our clients tell us they have a "slam dunk," "easy" car wreck when they walk in the door....
