In this blog post, we will explore some of the most prevalent types of medical malpractice cases that patients may encounter. Understanding these common scenarios can help you recognize and respond to potential malpractice situations.
In this blog post, we'll explore what dissipation of marital assets entails, how it can affect divorce proceedings, and strategies for addressing it in legal cases.
If you are facing a drunk driving charge, it is important to understand how South Carolina’s DUI laws apply to your situation. What penalties are at stake in your case? What do you need to know? Here is an overview of South Carolina’s DUI laws.
In this blog, we discuss the liability associated with dog attacks and what you should do if you're bitten by a dog in South Carolina.
In this blog post, we will delve into the legal implications and consequences associated with drunk driving accidents in South Carolina. Click the link to learn more.
This blog post delves into the legal and practical aspects of hurricane preparedness, highlighting key steps individuals and entities should take to mitigate risks and ensure resilience in the face of such events.
In this blog post, we aim to provide valuable insights for policyholders who find themselves in the midst of hurricane-related insurance claims.
In this blog post, we discuss the common types of injuries that can occur as a result of car accidents and the many ways those injuries can impact a car accident victim's life.
In this blog post, we will explore key considerations related to car accidents and the steps you should take to navigate the legal process effectively. If you have any questions about your rights after a car accident, please contact us online today or call us at (843) 314-4202 for a free case evaluation to discuss your options.
The trauma of a car accident frequently leaves individuals who are involved feeling disturbed and unclear of what to do next. Accidents might occur even if you consider yourself to be a cautious driver because of someone else's carelessness. Your health and financial well-being depend on you know...
This blog post is about mild traumatic brain injury settlements and how brain injury claims are evaluated.
The average wrongful termination lawsuit payout award can range from a few thousand dollars to over $100,000. It all depends on the nature of the wrongful termination and the damages you incur due to the termination. It also depends on how far the lawsuit goes. If you go to a jury trial, you may...
It is natural to feel very overwhelmed when you have just been in a car accident in South Carolina. You know you have to make many big decisions quickly, but you aren't sure where to start. You will be required to make several calls after a car accident, but some of those calls can wait if there...
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...
The answer to this question is, it depends. When you want to file a wrongful termination lawsuit in South Carolina, you have a few options. If you are filing a civil claim under tort law, you have three years under the South Carolina Code of Laws § 15-3-350. South Carolina Human Affairs law, how...
The National Conference of State Legislatures says that approximately 6,500 workplace sexual harassment complaints were filed with the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in 2020, a decrease from recent years. The EEOC defines sexual harassment at work as any unwelcome s...
Nursing home negligence is an extreme problem. The World Health Organization estimates that 1 in 6 people over 60 experience abuse in a community setting every year. Worse, one study showed that two out of three staff reported that they had committed abuse, and 36 percent witnessed it. Nobody do...
Medical malpractice is defined as a negligent act or omission that causes harm or injury to a patient. There are several examples of medical malpractice, with medical error alone killing more than 250,000 Americans annually. Medical malpractice is said to be the third leading cause of death afte...
The fair settlement for motorcycle accidents will be the settlement that recovers all deserved compensation for damages and losses to the injured parties. There is no set amount for motorcycle accident settlements, but injured parties can expect medical costs, lost wages, and recovered pain and ...
The average payout award for medical negligence lawsuits or claims will vary by the case. If you settle out of court, you may receive several hundred thousand dollars. Jury verdicts could be higher, and depending on the case, could be over one million. If you are filing a lawsuit or claim for me...
Motorcycle accidents are among the scariest on the roads. In 2019, 5,014 motorcycle drivers died in crashes and were 29 times more likely to die than passengers in a car during a car crash. Some estimates are that motorcycle accidents accounted for 14 percent of traffic deaths and 3 percent of c...
If someone has lied or made a false claim about you and has injured your reputation with even one person as a result, you may have a case for defamation. If you have incurred losses because of this, you may have a lawsuit. In cases of defamation, the burden is on you to show that the statement i...
When you have been terminated for unjust reasons and have damages, you can file a lawsuit for wrongful termination. In many of these cases, the employee feels like so much has gone wrong, but they don't know how to fight for what they lost. When you have been fired unjustly, you will undergo eco...
After being in a car accident on South Carolina roads, you'll have many things to do to take care of the car accident problem. When you aren't sure how to handle a car accident, follow a simple set of steps during and after the car accident to help you manage this new set of problems. Having a S...
Drivers of cars and trucks in South Carolina should maintain a close eye on the road and their surroundings in the event that they encounter a motorcyclist. Since motorcycles and their riders can be vulnerable to serious injuries and fatalities if they are in an accident, it is imperative that t...
When you have to go to court, you want to know your lawyer will fight for you so you get the best possible outcome. Here at Hopkins Law Firm, our team of personal injury, family law, and criminal defense lawyers has the experience and insights needed to help you present your best case. Our team has helped many clients to protect their future. With locations in Charleston, Pawleys Island, and Myrtle Beach, we can make sure you get the counsel you need anywhere in South Carolina.
