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...

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...

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...

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....

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 ...

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...

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...

Transcription of Video Whitney M. : I'm with Bill and Clay Hopkins. And we're going to talk about a recent case that you settled, Bill, I think it was a dog bite case. Bill Hopkins: Correct, yes. We did, we were able to successfully obtain a good recovery for our client who unfortunately suffer...

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...

When your legal dispute involves a low amount of money or piece of property that's valued at a small amount, small claims court in South Carolina may be a valid approach to win your battle. Compared to hiring a Pawleys Island lawyer, a small claims case is often quick, simple, informal, and inex...

There are over 1.3 million licensed lawyers in the United States. However, it can still be difficult to find a good one when you need one. Part of the reason for this is the vast number of different specialties that exist in the law. Civil litigation is one such specialty, but even it contains a...

A statute of limitations is set in many different types of lawsuit filings, including a personal injury lawsuit. The mandated time limit is set to avoid inherent issues that come with the passing of a long period of time, like conflicting or forgotten memories, lost evidence, or difficulty locat...

In 2018, the civil court system across the United States heard more than 277,000 cases. The appellate court system heard more than 49,000. A civil lawsuit, also known as civil litigation, is based on non-criminal statutes. Civil litigation is a legal dispute between two or more parties that, usu...

More than half a million prescription inhalers have been recalled voluntarily by GlaxoSmithKline, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and a report by The State. Per the FDA, Ventolin HFA (albuterol sulfate) Inhalation Aerosol inhalers are not effectively delivering drugs, which a...

Personal injury lawsuits in South Carolina often involve slip and fall cases. Whether the injury occurred from a wet store floor or an icy sidewalk, there are numerous situations where the property owner could have taken more precaution to avoid a fall. What many people don't understand is a Paw...

If you're considering filing a lawsuit, but the process seems daunting, you'll need to consult with a civil litigation attorney. Civil litigation covers a broad range of legal issues, so you want to do your research and ensure the Pawleys Island lawyer you contact is the best fit for your case. ...

Choosing a lawyer is a task you should take very seriously. By selecting a Pawleys Island attorney to represent you, no matter the situation, you're putting your trust in his or her abilities to offer transparent, honest guidance and representation. When an attorney falls short of the expectatio...