business law
Covenants Not To Compete
in South Carolina
Although disfavored in South Carolina, a covenant
not to compete may be enforced if certain factors exist. Learn more about these
factors.
The South Carolina Unfair Trade Practices Act
This article details the
background and development of the South Carolina Unfair Trade Practices Act.
Landlord and Tenant
Information regarding commercial and residential lease agreements.
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personal injury & torts
Personal Injury Overview
These South Carolina laws protect victims who have
been physically harmed by another. Learn more about these important laws.
Automobile Accidents
Some tips to follow if you are ever involved in an
auto accident.
Aviation Accidents
Read this article for a brief overview of the legal
issues involving airplane crashes.
Medical Malpractice in South Carolina
An overview of medical malpractice
cases in South Carolina.
Legal Malpractice in South Carolina
Lawyers are not above the law. When a client is damaged by their attorney's
mistake or conduct, the attorney may be liable for "legal malpractice." Read
this article to learn more.
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Abuse, neglect, and exploitation of nursing
home patients is a growing concern in South Carolina. Here are tips for
recognizing signs of nursing home abuse and steps to prevent it.
Premises Liability
Information regarding the legal rights of victims
injured on another person's property.
Workers' Compensation Cases in South Carolina
Answers to frequently asked
questions about South Carolina's Workers' Compensation Laws.
Wrongful Death
Wrongful death lawsuits compensate family members who have
suffered financially and emotionally from the loss of a loved one. Learn more
about these rights under South Carolina law.
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criminal law
Overview of South Carolina's DUI Laws
Receive a comprehensive overview of
South Carolina's DUI laws, and the fines, penalties, and other issues related to
drunk driving.
Frequently Asked Questions - Criminal Law
Get answers to questions
regarding "Miranda" rights, bail reduction, and other criminal matters.
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consumer law
Bad Faith - Insurance
Know your rights under South Carolina law regarding
an insurance company's bad faith failure to properly handle or pay an insurance
claim.
Construction Litigation
Learn about South Carolina's laws
designed to protect you from negligent construction which can reduce the value
of your residential or commercial property.
Frequently Asked Questions - Fair Debt Collection
Creditors calling your
family, your work, and at all hours of the day to collect a consumer debt? Find
out what is permissible (and what is not) for a creditor to do.
Frequently Asked Questions - Fair Credit Reporting Act
The Fair Credit
Reporting Act (FCRA) is designed to promote accuracy and ensure the privacy of
the information used in consumer reports. Find answers to frequently asked
questions about the FCRA.
Lemon Laundering in South Carolina
Find out what happens when defective
motor vehicles (lemons) are repurchased by the manufacturer and then resold to
consumers.
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employment / labor law
Sexual Harassment / Discrimination
Find
out about sexual harassment laws under Title
VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the South Carolina
Human Affairs Law.
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family law
Frequently Asked Questions - Family Law
Get answers to questions about
divorce law in South Carolina, division of marital property, and child support
and custody.
Words to the Wise About Family Law Cases
Here are some tips about working
with your lawyer in a domestic case.
Ten Common Mistakes Made in a Divorce
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, the U.S.
divorce rate for first marriages is 43%. If you must
go through a divorce, then this article can help you avoid ten common mistakes.
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