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Despite all the warnings, drunk driving continues to injure and kill people on American roads every day. Our state is no exception. According to a commander with the South Carolina Highway Patrol, "Of the 1,037 traffic fatalities that occurred last year in South...
There is only one thing that can lower a person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC), and that is time. The human body needs time to metabolize the alcohol and eliminate it from a person’s system. For most people, metabolism of alcohol happens at roughly a rate of...
You may be interested in seeking compensation after a physical injury. Perhaps you’ve been injured in a car accident, for example, or a workplace accident. One of the most important things to do is to understand the various types of compensation that you may be...
A significant concern during divorce is how assets will be divided. Family-owned businesses add further complexity to this process by presenting many emotional, financial and operational complexities that must be carefully navigated. Here is what to expect when a...
During a divorce, stability can be very helpful for children. It makes them feel more secure and confident. It reduces the level of stress that they feel, which a divorce can naturally bring. But how can co-parents focus on creating that sense of stability? Below are...
It’s approaching that time of year when the nights begin to draw in more quickly. For many people, it’s dark when they set off on the drive home from work. It’s natural to assume that driving in the dark is more dangerous, but is this based on fact? In short, the...
Facing a DUI (driving under the influence) charge can be a terrifying experience, especially if it's your first offense. If you've been arrested for DUI in this state, it’s only natural to be concerned about the potential legal consequences – including the...
There are plenty of highly-dangerous professions in South Carolina, including agricultural, forestry and fishing jobs. Transportation work, including pizza delivery, is also more dangerous than people realize. There are also thousands of people working in industrial...
Divorce is an emotionally charged process, often accompanied by various legal and financial challenges. One contentious aspect that can arise during divorce proceedings is the issue of hidden assets. Hidden assets refer to funds, properties or other valuables that one...
A police officer pulls you over and asks you to get out of the car. You fail a field sobriety test, so the officer gives you a breath test. It comes back with a positive reading, and you get arrested for driving under the influence. It may be very natural to assume...