Lexington Law Blog
A South Carolina DUI might put your medical license in jeopardy
After a long day at work, many medical professionals in South Carolina like to unwind with a few drinks -- and there's no harm with that. You work hard, and you're under a lot of stress on your job. Just be careful that your attempts to decompress don't turn into a...
What are the penalties for drunk driving in South Carolina?
Because driving under the influence (DUI) can be dangerous, South Carolina drivers face significant penalties if they are found guilty of drunk driving. These penalties can involve costly fines prison time and license suspensions that limit your freedom. What...
Can you get a DUI on private property in South Carolina?
You know you shouldn’t drive after drinking, and you’d never put anybody at risk on the road. But what’s the harm in tooling around a friend’s private lot with your dirt bike after having a few beers? Plenty -- if you want to avoid an arrest for driving under the...
What prompts a DUI stop?
Police officers have a duty to keep the roads safe. One way they do this is by trying to ensure that drivers aren’t impaired. There are several ways that they do this, including watching for signs that a driver is impaired. Some drivers don’t realize police officers...
Divorce and your financial future: How to prepare for success
As you go through the divorce process, you have a lot to deal with in the here and now. However, you must also consider the potential impact on your future, including your financial well-being. When you take the right steps before and during divorce, you’re in better...
Protect against trouble while driving in a construction zone
The more time you spend on the road, the more you realize that there is no way to avoid construction zones. No matter how much you try to do so, you’re likely to find yourself regularly navigating these. Here are some of the many things you can do to protect against...
Transportation and your parenting plan: What to keep in mind
When a couple splits up, the one subject that’s virtually guaranteed to bring a lot of anxiety and distress is the custody of the children. A good parenting plan is key to resolving a lot of disputes before they ever get started. As you’re thinking about the issues...
Watch out for the effect of divorce on your health
If you hope divorce is a magic cure that solves all your worries, you might be out of luck. While divorce may improve your life in the long run, it can take a significant toll in the short term. Most people understand divorce can bring financial problems. Fewer...
Roofing: One of the top 10 most dangerous industries
You love working in South Carolina, but there are certainly hazards to your job. You work as a roofer, so you always have to be cautious about falls. You have to secure your tools and make sure they don’t fall down and hit people passing by or other workers down...
How to discover hidden assets in a divorce
They say all is fair in love and war -- but that's not exactly true in a divorce. If your marriage was volatile or deeply flawed, you might fear your spouse will not play fair in your divorce. When it comes to dividing the marital assets, your partner may try to hide...
