If you believe that your family member is a victim of nursing home neglect, the situation must be reported promptly to authorities. Indications of neglect can be signs of abuse. When neglect is not promptly addressed, it can lead to severe ramifications, including permanent disabilities, emotion...
Navigating the legal terms and actions following a car crash can be overwhelming. When you discover that the at-fault driver is under or uninsured, the situation can become more confusing as you attempt to recover from personal injuries or damages to your vehicle. Car crashes in South Carolina a...
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...
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...
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...
There is no South Carolina law that mandates private employers must pay employees who are absent due to jury duty. For this reason, it's not uncommon that many potential jurors attempt to be excused from jury duty. While serving on a jury is an important task in the state's judicial system, it c...
Many clients come in the door asking how much they can recover in a slip and fall lawsuit and how quickly they can get their money. They may be particularly eager to get a settlement check because they have incurred medical bills and missed time from work. However, many factors that decide the t...
You are always free to file a lawsuit at any time after your slip and fall injury. The important questions are how long you have to file and whether you are ready to file your lawsuit. The most important consideration with timing is the statute of limitations in your case. In South Carolina, you...
In most cases, you have three years from the date of a car accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. These deadlines can be different in some cases. For example, if you were 16 when the accident happened, these deadlines do not start until you turn 18.
The cases of nursing home abuse reported in South Carolina are heartbreaking. As an elder abuse lawyer in Pawleys Island, the Hopkins Law Firm has represented spouses and families of neglect and abuse victims. For many, recognizing the signs of nursing home abuse can be difficult. It may be the ...
Need some skilled attorneys to handle your personal injury, motor vehicle accident, or civil litigation lawsuits? What about hardworking legal advocates who can help you win thousands or millions of dollars in compensation? Until recently, if you lived in the Charleston area, you'd have to head ...
If we were to tell you what the average slip and fall case payout is, it would mean absolutely nothing for your case. What someone else may receive in a settlement does not have anything to do with your own legal rights. You are legally entitled to be paid for your full damages when someone else...
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...
As a motorcyclist, you might love the exhilaration of riding on your bike. Yet, you also recognize the risk. In fact, in 2019, 5,014 motorcyclists died while out on their motorcycles. As a motorcycle rider, you're also four times more likely to get injured when in an accident than when in a car....
We talked with Clay Hopkins last week about the latest issues many are facing with employment and the complications of Covid-19. Things are changing daily and if you have an issue you are concerned about regarding employment or your civil rights during this time, DO NOT HESITATE to call us. We a...
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...
Television court shows can make handling the financials of a car accident look simple. The truth is a car crash can leave a person with a variety of injuries. It can take weeks, months or even years to completely heal from a crash. In some cases, permanent injuries are sustained, making long-ter...
What You Need to Know about South Carolina's DUI Laws. Get A DUI Lawyer With A Proven Track Record Of Success & Happy Clients. Give Us A Call Now. The Hopkins Law Firm Is a local South Carolina DUI Law Firm.
It is estimated that there could be as many as 120,000 to 250,000 Americans who die annually due to medical malpractice. Some of that number comes from the rate of approximately one percent of hospital patients becoming victims of malpractice every year. That means that one out of every 100 hosp...
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...
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...
Looking to buy or sell real estate in South Carolina? This blog post explains what you need to know about hiring a lawyer for your South Carolina real estate transaction.
Are you thinking about selling real estate in South Carolina? Read this blog to find out if you need to involve a lawyer.
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.
