Author: James Frank
South Carolina Tort Reform: 2025 and Beyond
After a long, involved process featuring multiple hearings and amendments, the South Carolina legislature passed a tort reform bill in …
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What Terry v. Ohio Means for Your Fourth Amendment Rights
The Fourth Amendment is supposed to be one of the clearest protections in our Constitution: “The right of the people …
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Can I Sue the State of South Carolina for Injuries?
When a person or a business entity negligently causes injury, you typically have a cause of action against them for …
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New South Carolina Distracted Driving Law Took Effect September 1
Earlier this year, the South Carolina legislature passed a new law limiting device usage behind the wheel. The new statute …
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Top Risks for Recreational Boaters
Boating is a popular pastime in and around Charleston. With about 8,000 miles of river, 3,000 miles of coastline, and …
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Special Risks for Child Passengers
The number of children under 13 who are killed in traffic has declined dramatically over the past 50 years, even …
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Why Was the Tesla Crash Verdict So Big?
You’ve probably seen news reports about the $243 million verdict against Tesla in a 2019 car accident case. The crash …
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When (and How) To Hire a Car Accident Lawyer in Charleston
If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, you may be unsure whether you need a personal injury …
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Proposed South Carolina Legislation Regarding Police Pursuits – Part 3
This post is the third in a multi-part series on police vehicular pursuit in South Carolina. If you missed a …
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Is This Justice? A Goose Creek Drunk Driving Tragedy
The Culture That Set the Stage The scene for this particular wreck is set, not in the hours before, but …
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