The South Carolina Lawyer Blog

Dealing with the loss of a loved one is difficult and emotionally draining, but thinking about the assets and money left behind by a family member can make the situation even more challenging. In some unfortunate situations, you may need to contest a will or you could be the beneficiary of a wil...

Establishing child support through the court system can sometimes be a necessary event, but, life changes. In the event you need to request child support modification, you can do so even after a formal arrangement has been established. An experienced Pawleys Island family court lawyers can help ...

Child support in South Carolina typically ends when the child turns 18, graduates from high school or meets other criteria for elimination of child support. However, there are instances when the child support cutoff age can be extended. If the child is still in high school at age 18, support is ...

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 ...

As of August 2019, more than 150 people have been hospitalized with respiratory issues that could be related to vaping. The article below offers an in-depth look into Juul, the company, product, and their marketing “playbook”. If you or anyone you know is having a issues that could be linked to ...

How Are Wrongful Death Settlements Paid Out? Wrongful death lawsuits are complex. Learn more about how South Carolina laws govern how wrongful death settlements are distributed and divided.

Many people default to a partner or child when it comes to specifying the beneficiary of a life insurance policy. For those, however, who do not have a life partner or child to declare as the heir to their policy, choosing a beneficiary can become a bit questionable. Deciding who will receive yo...

Choosing the best lawyer for your needs should be done with the same process as you would any other product or service. The problem is that many of our legal issues are accompanied by strong emotions, and we forget to take the time to perform the due diligence needed to find the best Pawleys Isl...

Much like the name implies, accidents are unexpected events. No one can assume that he or she will be an accident victim, and they certainly cannot prepare for such a tragic event occurring. Thus, when you are injured in an accident, it is vital to understand what happened, what caused the incid...

Creating a personal will allows you to avoid the state's rules and regulations when it comes to dividing your assets among beneficiaries at the time of your death. While it's not easy to think about not being around to care for and enjoy your family, it's important to design a will to make an em...

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...

If you've gone through a divorce or separation from your partner and there are children involved, it can sometimes be difficult to get both parties to agree on child custody arrangements. Considering a child custody lawyer isn't a bad idea, especially if the separation was complicated or hostile....

Transcription of Video Whitney M. : I'm here again with Bill and Clay Hopkins. We're going to talk a little bit about how COVID, what you're seeing at the firm in relation to COVID cases. Clay Hopkins: Yes, certainly. Some of the areas that we are seeing, more and more claims for. At least clie...

If you have lost a loved one in an accident that was someone else's fault, you may be entitled to financial compensation as part of a wrongful death lawsuit. Pursuing compensation can be a complicated legal action, and it is your family's one chance to recover for the loss of a loved one. There ...

When someone's negligence or a defective product results in the loss of a loved one, it can be a difficult and confusing time. You need time to deal with the emotions that arise from an unexpected and avoidable death. As you're grieving through the loss, it's not likely to cross your mind to see...

Losing a loved one to death is always hard regardless of circumstance. But losing a loved one specifically because of the negligence or reckless behavior of another person can be particularly emotionally damaging. Accidents happen, but preventable ones are always worse. Wrongful deaths are those...

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...

The sudden loss of a loved one is a heartbreaking and extremely stressful time for your family. You may know that wrongful death compensation may be available. But how do you go about claiming it? What evidence do you need to have to prove your case? Our wrongful death lawyers explain. Usually, ...

You will experience many changes in your life. A few of those changes will call for you to review your final estate and will documents. When it's time to make changes to your will, partnering with an experienced estate attorney in Pawleys Island will ensure the changes you make are clear and wil...

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...