If you’re interested in getting custody of your children in a divorce, then it’s important to know what the court is looking for when making this decision. Generally speaking, they are trying to focus on the children’s best interests and create the best possible...
Could you lose your professional license because of a DUI conviction?
If you are facing DUI charges in South Carolina, you might have more than your driver's license suspended. Apart from the fines and jail time, you might also get your professional license revoked or suspended. This can make you lose your job and dent your future...
How can you find the right person to represent you in divorce?
Once you decide it is time to seek legal representation in your divorce, your next step is to find a suitable candidate. You will benefit from a representative with experience and up-to-date knowledge of South Carolina divorce laws, but that is not the only criteria...
Do you have to tell your employer about your DUI arrest?
You had a rough weekend. You were arrested and charged with DUI. You spent a better part of the weekend behind bars before being released on your own recognizance. You can only drive legally to and from work. You’ve got hearings in front of you – and you’re still only...
Will your prenuptial agreement stand?
You and your spouse are getting divorced, but you’ve planned for it. When you got married, the two of you signed a prenuptial agreement. You knew that divorce could potentially happen and you wanted to consider the financial details first. For example, maybe the...
What do you have to prove to get workers’ compensation benefits?
Workers' compensation benefits may be the only real protection you have after you get hurt at work. The coverage provided by your employer will pay for your medical treatment and help you cover your bills with disability benefits until you return to work. Many...
Are there any disadvantages to choosing a no-fault divorce?
Although a no-fault divorce is a popular choice for many couples, you have the right to cite fault grounds when ending your marriage. In South Carolina, fault grounds include: Adultery Abandonment Physical cruelty Habitual drunkenness You and your spouse must have...
The danger of delayed head injury symptoms
Any time that you suffer a head injury, it’s important to go to the hospital and talk with medical professionals. This is true even if you don’t believe that the injury was severe. If you were involved in a car accident, for example, and you hit your head, it’s...
How will a DUI conviction impact your career in health care?
Finding a career that you love and working towards it can be quite fulfilling. For most people, there is more to work than just money. However, if that ability to work is under threat, you need to take action. The legal consequences of a DUI conviction are pretty...
Will a history of substance abuse limit your custody rights?
If you’re a divorcing parent who has had substance abuse issues, you could feel like they’re being used against you if your spouse is seeking primary or sole custody of your children. You may even fear you will be allowed only supervised visitation. Whether they’re...