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South Carolina is not a no-fault state. Like most states in the country, South Carolina uses the at-fault system. You can seek compensation for your losses by filing a claim with the responsible party’s insurance company. That said, factors like whether you purchased certain optional coverages can influence…
While several forms of child custody are possible after a divorce or separation in South Carolina, joint custody is the most common form couples tend to agree on. In these arrangements, the courts might name a primary and secondary custodian. That said, legal custody of children can be one…
Because each case is unique, there is no true average settlement for an accident in South Carolina. How much compensation you may receive can depend on the severity of your injuries, what insurance coverage is available, and whether you work with an experienced personal injury attorney. What…
Courts must consider various factors when determining which child custody arrangement serves a child’s best interests – including the child’s preferences. Although a child’s choice cannot override the court’s determination, courts may consider their stated preferences if they are old enough to express a reasonable opinion about which parent…
South Carolina’s child support guidelines provide a baseline amount for a child support payment ranging from $100 to $4,431, based on the number of children shared by parents and the parents’ combined adjusted monthly gross income. For example, parents who combine to make the state’s median household income of $63,623 and share…
When you want to pursue a claim after a crash, you may consider hiring a car accident lawyer to help. However, you might worry about how much it costs to hire an attorney. Fortunately, most car accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means they receive…
If you were injured in an accident caused by someone else and have pre-existing injuries, you may be worried that the insurance company will deny your claim. You may even feel tempted to hide pre-existing conditions from the insurance company. While insurance companies may try to challenge claims…
South Carolina pedestrians generally have the right of way, especially in crosswalks and on sidewalks. However, there are certain situations where they must yield the right of way to drivers. Pedestrians also have some important responsibilities to ensure everyone’s safety. Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right of…
You technically do not need a lawyer to get divorced in South Carolina. South Carolina law allows you to file an uncontested divorce without a lawyer. But if you hire an attorney, they can make sure you meet all the requirements and work to make the process as…
Not wearing a seatbelt does not make someone ineligible to recover compensation in a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Unlike other states, South Carolina does not accept failure to wear a seatbelt as valid evidence of negligence in an injury lawsuit. Even though not wearing a seatbelt does…