FAQs

Categories: Family Law

I have only been married a couple of months. Am I entitled to an annulment?

not. An annulment is an order from the Family Court stating that a marriage is invalid, meaning the parties are to be treated as if they were never married. Our office is frequently asked if a person is entitled to an annulment, and the answer is usually no. The law states that only certain reasons—called grounds—will allow a marriage to...

Categories: Tractor-Trailer Accidents

What are the major causes of fatal semi-truck accidents?

Since truckers are professional drivers, you’re right to wonder why so many 18-wheelers cause deadly crashes. And you’re not the only one wondering—the federal government is, too. That’s why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which regulates trucking safety, commissioned a study to find out what makes truckers cause fatal crashes. Warning: the top causes are simply appalling, as these...

Categories: Worker’s Compensation

How long does it take to get a settlement check in a South Carolina worker’s comp case?

If you feel guilty about asking, stop. You’ve lost work and income. You may need the money to catch up on some bills. It’s the responsible thing to make plans and budget carefully when you receive money, and that includes a South Carolina workers’ comp settlement. That’s why we work to get you the money as quickly as we can. Find...

Categories: Car Accidents | Motorcycle Accidents | Personal Injury

How long does it take to get a settlement check from a South Carolina car, motorcycle, or other type of accident injury case?

Let me first assure you that you’re not being rude. This is an answer you need to know. And here’s the short answer: at our Spartanburg, South Carolina accident injury law firm, our attorneys strive to get your check to you ASAP, but ethical regulations and finalizing the settlement takes a little time. NOTE: the process for getting a settlement...

Categories: Motorcycle Accidents

What’s the leading cause of motorcycle accidents?

It’s not riders. A 1998 study by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), a federal government agency, found the top cause of motorcycle accidents: Other drivers (i.e. cars or trucks) who violate the rider’s right of way. So take heed, cage drivers! Look out for motorcycles! NHTSA’s comprehensive analysis of the problem gives tips to help both drivers...

Categories: Tractor-Trailer Accidents

Are there any laws about safe tractor-trailer tires, and are South Carolina truckers trained to handle blowouts so an accident won’t be caused?

Yes and yes. Federal regulations help keep highways and interstates safe by setting minimum standards for tires. The standards include: No hazardous defects. Tires cannot have belt material exposed through the tread or sidewall, show tread or sidewall separation, or leak audibly. Minimum tread depth. For front wheels, tread groove pattern depths must be at least 4/32 of an inch on...

Categories: Car Accidents | Motorcycle Accidents

How will the insurance company contact me after a South Carolina car or motorcycle accident? Should I talk to the insurance adjuster or talk to an attorney first?

The insurance company contacts you through its claims adjuster, also called claims rep or claims handler or claims specialist. The adjuster typically works for the liability insurance company of the at-fault driver who hurt you. Oddly, in an underinsurance or uninsured claim, the adjuster actually works for your insurance company. Regardless of who he works for, the adjuster’s primary goal is very simple—get...

Categories: Personal Injury

Does it matter whether a South Carolina accidental fall injury case is a slip and fall or trip and fall?

If you’ve gotten hurt in a slip and fall or trip and fall accident, you might wonder if there’s a legal difference for South Carolina cases. In my experience, the key difference between a slip or trip is what caused the fall: A slip and fall accident usually results from a substance on the floor that makes it slippery....

Categories: Personal Injury

Why do South Carolina medical malpractice cases cost so much?

Because they require experts to win. Just claiming a doctor, nurse, or a hospital hurt you or caused the death of someone isn’t enough. The experts we need are usually fellow doctors and nurses. And they probably won’t be from South Carolina because providers generally don’t testify against each other here. Good experts, like anyone else who’s good at a highly...

Categories: Personal Injury

What doctors and care providers help you recover from a South Carolina traumatic brain injury?

Survivors of traumatic brain injury (TBI) from South Carolina accidents often need a dedicated team to help overcome these potentially devastating injuries. The treatment can be long term, and we know information is power, so here’s a list of providers you might expect to see. The Most Important Members of the Team: the Survivor and the Family Without a doubt,...

Categories: Personal Injury

Are South Carolina accident injury insurance settlements taxable?

Usually not, for injury cases like car accidents, motorcycle accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, slip or trip and falls, medical malpractice, or nursing home neglect. But “usually” is a huge word when we’re talking about the tax man. We know he’ll squeeze you if he can. Let’s talk about how most settlements escape taxation, and then we’ll address how to deal with the wild card. Since there’s...

Categories: Motorcycle Accidents

How will the insurance company contact me after a South Carolina motorcycle accident? Should I talk to the insurance claims adjuster or talk to an attorney first?

The insurance company contacts you through its claim adjuster, who may also go by the names claims specialist, claims rep, or claims handler. The adjuster usually works for the liability insurance company of the at-fault driver who hurt you. Strangely, if the at-fault driver had no insurance or didn’t have enough, but you have special coverage on your policy, the adjuster actually...

Honest Answers From Your South Carolina Lawyer

I have only been married a couple of months. Am I entitled to an annulment?

What are the major causes of fatal semi-truck accidents?

How long does it take to get a settlement check in a South Carolina worker’s comp case?

How long does it take to get a settlement check from a South Carolina car, motorcycle, or other type of accident injury case?

What’s the leading cause of motorcycle accidents?

Are there any laws about safe tractor-trailer tires, and are South Carolina truckers trained to handle blowouts so an accident won’t be caused?

How will the insurance company contact me after a South Carolina car or motorcycle accident? Should I talk to the insurance adjuster or talk to an attorney first?

Does it matter whether a South Carolina accidental fall injury case is a slip and fall or trip and fall?

Why do South Carolina medical malpractice cases cost so much?

What doctors and care providers help you recover from a South Carolina traumatic brain injury?

Are South Carolina accident injury insurance settlements taxable?

How will the insurance company contact me after a South Carolina motorcycle accident? Should I talk to the insurance claims adjuster or talk to an attorney first?