How to Survive a High-Conflict Divorce
A divorce is already stressful enough considering the time and money that goes into them, not to mention the strain of having to possibly find a new place to live, and discovering who gets custody of the children. In a high-conflict divorce, the stress is doubled. Whether that’s due to an abusive or obstinate partner,…
Read MoreDo I Need a Lawyer if I’m Caught With Drugs?
More often than not, if you need to ask yourself if you need a lawyer, the answer is going to be yes – especially if you’ve been arrested for possession of an illegal substance. In order to know why you need a lawyer (other than the legal system is a complex and complicated machine that…
Read MoreWhy Eyewitness Testimony May Be Unreliable
If you have ever watched a crime procedural, you have watched the scene where the potential “perps” are put in a line, and a victim is forced to identify the person who attacked him or her. In most versions, the victim either recognizes the alleged attacker immediately, or states clearly and emphatically that his or…
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions about Alimony in South Carolina
Spouses in South Carolina who divorce or separate have numerous questions about alimony. They want to know the types of alimony there are, the factors that determine whether alimony should be awarded, how much alimony should be awarded, and whether alimony awards can be modified. We discuss these topics on our main alimony page. Some…
Read MoreUnderstanding Assault and Battery Charges in South Carolina
Any dispute or altercation that involves physical touching or an attempt to touch someone can lead to assault charges. South Carolina has different levels of assault charges that depend on a few factors. These factors include the severity of the injury the victim suffers, where and how the victim was touched, and whether the assault…
Read MoreFamily Business Owners Need Experienced Divorce Attorneys
Family businesses such as restaurants, technology services, professional services, and daycares are the lifeblood of the economy. Many of these businesses are operated by both spouses. Even when one spouse operates the business, the other spouse often helps the spouse in a myriad of ways such as caring for the children or providing her/his own…
Read MoreHow Are Values Assessed on Property When You Are Divorcing?
One of the most common questions divorcing couples ask surrounds the division of property. Every state is different when it comes to dividing property, but the process to assess value to the property is practically the same no matter where you live. South Carolina is an equitable division state when it comes to dividing marital…
Read MoreYou May Be Surprised What Is Considered a Crime in South Carolina
Everyone makes mistakes. However, some of those mistakes can lead to arrest and criminal charges no matter how innocent you thought they were. South Carolina has some interesting laws on the books. Want to play a pinball machine at an arcade or pizza parlor? You better be 18. Own horses? If they are scared by…
Read MoreWhy Does It Cost So Much to Get Divorced?
Despite how common it is to get divorced, many people still shudder at the thought of it. Even if you agree on all the important parts of a divorce (child custody, alimony, and property division), it can still cost a pretty penny. Filing for divorce in South Carolina costs $150. The couple will need to…
Read MoreAs Jury Trials Resume Post Pandemic, Many Sit in Jail Past Their Sentences
The pandemic wreaked havoc on the world in more ways than one. Aside from the enormous death toll, which has surpassed four million, businesses have closed for good and millions of people are without jobs. One such victim of the pandemic was the justice system. Because so many courts shut down, jury trials could not…
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