4701 Oleander Drive, Suite A
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
4701 Oleander Drive, Suite A
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Failure to wear a seatbelt in SC is not considered “comparative negligence” or “negligence per se” – what is called “the seatbelt defense” in some other states does not apply in SC. Below, we will break down why not wearing a seatbelt has no effect…
How is child custody determined in SC? The short answer is that child custody is determined by the best interests of the child. But how does the family court decide what is in the best interests of a child? Below, we will discuss the factors…
The music industry has been in a state of dramatic flux for years now. With the advent of the internet, the primary medium for transferring music has gone from physical items like compact discs to online streaming services. This is only one example, but it…
What are the self defense laws in SC, and how does SC’s Stand Your Ground law work? In a general, most people understand that you have the right to defend yourself, and many people have heard that SC’s stand your ground law means that you…
What are the different types of child custody arrangements that are possible in SC? When parents decide to separate or get divorced, they must also decide who will have custody of the children. If the parents cannot agree on a custody arrangement, the family court…
How can a traffic ticket affect your car accident claim? When the police respond to an auto accident, they will often cite one or both parties with traffic violations such as speeding, following too close, or failure to yield. Sometimes a driver will be arrested…
When someone is on trial for murder, their charges could be reduced to voluntary manslaughter by the jury – but only if the trial court gives them a jury instruction on manslaughter and includes voluntary manslaughter as an option on the verdict form. The court…
Although workers’ compensation laws are similar, there are differences from state to state. Below, we will review the basics of SC’s workers’ compensation laws and where to find them, including: The definition of an employee, The definitions of injury and disability, How much workers’ compensation…
Pressure ulcers, which are more commonly referred to as bedsores, usually develop when too much pressure is put on one part of the body for a prolonged period, and they are a common sign of neglect in South Carolina nursing homes and extended care facilities.…
If you’re involved in a car accident, it’s the other driver’s fault, and their insurance company refuses to pay your claim, you may be forced to file a lawsuit and take your case to trial. But you won’t be suing the insurance company who refused…
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