Driving safely on the road should be the goal of any driver. Any given day on the road is a chance of an accident, but some days are more dangerous than others. The days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the "100 deadliest days of summer" for a number of...
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Special needs children and the divorce process
Divorce is never an easy process. It is a very emotional time for all family members, and things can quickly become complicated. Many issues must be addressed in a South Carolina divorce, including child custody and parenting plans. This can become a complex issue...
How to raise an older child after a divorce
In South Carolina, parents are generally allowed to have relationships with their children even after a divorce. However, raising a child after ending your marriage may present many challenges, and they may be exacerbated by the fact that older children may be more...
Understanding implied contract terms
South Carolina businesses and individuals use contracts to establish an agreement between two or more parties. Contracts define each party's expectations and obligations and provide a legal framework for enforcing those obligations. However, not all contract terms are...
Meeting of the minds – terms in contract law
In South Carolina and other states, the phrase "meeting of the minds" is a legal term to describe the mutual understanding and agreement between parties to a contract. This concept is crucial to the formation of a valid contract. Therefore, it is known as a mutual...
Financial challenges involved with a gray divorce
South Carolina couples who decide to divorce after reaching the age of 50 face unique issues that younger divorcing couples might not have to deal with. When a couple has been married for years and has accumulated substantial assets during their marriage, the division...
Potential issues with eyewitness testimony
Eyewitness testimony is a critical aspect of the criminal justice system as it can be used to identify suspects, establish motives and provide evidence in court. However, research has shown that eyewitness testimony can be unreliable and prone to error, leading to...
When should you request a child support modification?
After South Carolina parents get a divorce, the court issues a child support order. While both are expected to abide by that, circumstances might change. These are reasons why you should request modifications to your child support order. Change of income If one parent...
What can you do if you’re injured by a reckless driver?
You can’t prevent all accidents from happening, but there are times when drivers act without regard for the safety of other people. South Carolina law allows you to request compensation if a reckless driver has injured you. What is a reckless driver? Reckless drivers...