South Carolina Prenuptial Agreements  Congratulations! You’re engaged! Before you wed, consider whether a prenuptial agreement is right for you. At times, they may strengthen your union and be a valuable tool to protect assets. What is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial agreement is an agreement, made between you and your future spouse before you get married. A prenuptial agreement is effective upon marriage because the consideration for the agreement is the marriage itself. Prenuptial agreements can determine the parties’ dealings during the course of the marriage or function as a prem ..read more

We often see that parties have discussed their divorce and believe they are in agreement as to all matters between them. These issues could be: custody, visitation, child support, any other topics related to the children, asset allocation, division of debts, alimony, etc. If you and your spouse agree as to all the issues of divorce, then the divorce may be considered “uncontested.” Am I required to hire an attorney? South Carolina provides forms in a Self-Represented Litigant Packet to assist parties in uncontested divorces who choose not to hire an attorney. In theory, generally these forms c ..read more

SCDOT Road Projects: Woodruff Road  As the Project title notes, the purpose of this SCDOT project is to improve traffic congestion on Woodruff Road between I-385 and Roper Mountain Road/Verdae Boulevard. The goal of the project is to create a “Preferred Alternative” route which will be a five-lane alternate route to Woodruff Road from Verdae Boulevard. This route will run parallel to Woodruff Road for a three-mile stretch. The Preferred alternative will also widen Woodruff Bypass from two to four lanes; improve Thousand Oaks Boulevard; construct a new bridge over I-385 and I-85; construct ..read more

SCDOT I-20/26/126 Corridor Improvement Project We all know how dangerous I-26 can be once you reach Columbia and attempt to navigate the interchanges at I-20 or I-126. As this area is colloquially known as “malfunction junction,” South Carolina is now moving forward to help ease the traffic pain. The Carolina Crossroads Project will hopefully reduce existing traffic in this area and enhance the mobility of these interchanges. The project will add lanes and build out other junctions to make I-26 more efficient. SCDOT will work with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and U.S. Army Corp of ..read more

Do You Feel Like You’ve Been Hit by A Bus? Car accidents alone can be emotional and confusing, imagine the confusion if the accident involved a commercial or governmental vehicle. When a car accident occurs, typically, the drivers would exchange information, and the injured party would deal with the other driver’s insurance company. When a lawsuit is necessary, the driver’s insurance company would fight on the driver’s behalf. However, if a commercial or government driver is involved, determining who to sue can be more complicated. What if You’re In an Accident with a Commercial Vehicle? In 20 ..read more

Residential Real Estate Closings in South Carolina: Do I Need a Lawyer? A real estate closing is the practice of law in South Carolina, and therefore, must be supervised by a licensed South Carolina attorney. State v. Buyers Service Co., 357 S.E.2d 15 (S.C. 1986). The attorney must review the title search, conduct the closing, and record the legal documents, and disburse funds. A review of the title records requires an attorney’s expertise to ensure there are no prior liens, encumbrances, or faulty conveyances, and to guarantee the buyer receives a title free and clear of any errors. Do I Need ..read more

New Year’s Legal Resolutions 2021 We enter 2021 with both the hope of a new year, and relief that 2020 is over. As you set out to tackle 2021 with all the zeal and enthusiasm, allow us to offer a few suggestions for your legal resolutions this year. January may be just the momentum you’ve needed to tackle that lingering legal issue.  Create or Update A Will or Other Estate Documents As you expect joy and happiness in the year to come, a Will can also offer peace of mind. The preparedness that comes with estate planning can lift a weight off your shoulders. A Will is a gift to your family ..read more

What is Kinship Care? When the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) is involved with a child, they may deem it necessary to remove the child from the home. Typically, a child is removed if the parent cannot provide safety, food, clothing, shelter, education or health care for the child. Upon removal, the parent can elect to place their child in the care of family—a kinship caregiver. In many situations, a kinship caregiver is a relative by blood, marriage, or adoption. However, the kinship caregiver may simply be a person who has played a significant role in the child’s life.&nbs ..read more

  South Carolina Prenuptial Agreements  Congratulations! You’re engaged! Before you wed, consider whether a prenuptial agreement is right for you. At times, they may strengthen your union and be a valuable tool to protect assets. What is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial agreement is an agreement, made between you and your future spouse before you get married. A prenuptial agreement is effective upon marriage because the consideration for the agreement is the marriage itself. Prenuptial agreements can determine the parties’ dealings during the course of the marriage or function as ..read more

We often see that parties have discussed their divorce and believe they are in agreement as to all matters between them. These issues could be: custody, visitation, child support, any other topics related to the children, asset allocation, division of debts, alimony, etc. If you and your spouse agree as to all the issues of divorce, then the divorce may be considered “uncontested.” Am I required to hire an attorney? South Carolina provides forms in a Self-Represented Litigant Packet to assist parties in uncontested divorces who choose not to hire an attorney. In theory, generally these forms c ..read more