What is the SC Unfair Trade Practices Act?

What is the SC Unfair Trade Practices Act?

The SC Unfair Trade Practices Act is designed to protect consumers – you and me – from individuals or businesses who would intentionally take advantage of us through unfair or deceptive business practices. What if a contractor promises to build a porch on your house...
What Are the Rules for Self Defense in SC?

What Are the Rules for Self Defense in SC?

Everyone knows that there is a legal right to defend yourself if you are attacked – but, what are the rules for self defense in SC? If you get it wrong, you could be arrested, jailed, and even convicted for assault and battery or even murder charges – that is why it...
What are the Statutes of Limitations for Crimes in SC?

What are the Statutes of Limitations for Crimes in SC?

In the wake of multiple decades-old sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh (allegations that may or may not be true and I’m not expressing an opinion on that here), many people are asking, “are there statutes of limitations...
Do I Need Expert Witnesses in a SC Personal Injury Case?

Do I Need Expert Witnesses in a SC Personal Injury Case?

Do you really need expert witnesses in a SC personal injury case? Although you may want to “keep things simple” or save money by not retaining expert witnesses, not having expert witnesses in a SC personal injury case can result in your case being dismissed, a lower...
Property Damage vs Personal Injury Claims in SC

Property Damage vs Personal Injury Claims in SC

What’s the difference between property damage vs personal injury claims in SC? If you have a car accident, you may have suffered damage to your vehicle and you may have suffered injuries to your person as well – property damage claims on your auto insurance policy are...