South Carolina has two laws that protect people who come to the aid of others. These are called “Good Samaritan Laws,” and they are meant to prevent civil and criminal liability when someone is helping another person. They typically apply when a Good Samaritan comes...
Not every case goes to trial. In fact, very few personal injury cases go in front of a jury. In most cases, a settlement is obtained. If a settlement cannot be reached through casual negotiation, then the case will be mediated between the parties. In SC, mediation is...
Sometimes when an accident happens, fault is not clear. You might even think you were partially to blame. Does that mean you can’t get any money from the other party? Not necessarily. Under South Carolina’s modified comparative negligence law, you may still be able to...
Sporting vehicles like ATVs and UTVs are a lot of fun to ride on and off roading, but there are certain laws that must be followed when you use them. If you are involved in an accident with an ATV or UTV, liability may become a complex issue. You can easily be...
The recent wintry weather in the Upstate reminds us that driving in winter conditions can be treacherous. It’s common to hear news reports of vehicles that have spun out, slid into ditches, or hit other vehicles due to deteriorating road conditions. AAA reports it...
Personal injury lawsuits can potentially provide compensation for economic and noneconomic losses. The term economic damages refer to the actual cost of your losses such as medical expenses and time missed from work. Calculating these losses is typically a...
You may be considering hiring a personal injury attorney in South Carolina after a car accident, slip and fall accident, or another type of serious injury. You have the legal right to do so if you feel that the negligent actions of another party caused the accident...
