Category Archives: Transportation
Summary Jury Trials vs. Regular Jury Trials. Which is Better for the Plaintiff?
Recently, defense attorneys have advocated that the parties agree to “summary jury trial” as opposed to your standard jury trial. What is a summary jury trial? A summary jury trial is a privately held trial where evidence is presented much … Continue reading
St. Louis Jury Awards $3.1 Million in Police Chase Gone Awry
A police chase ending in a deadly crash has turned into a multi-million dollar verdict for the plaintiffs against the local police department in the Village of Uplands Park, MO. The police were in hot pursuit of a suspect, who … Continue reading
The Driver Who Hit Me Is Underinsured. What Next?
Getting into a car wreck is a difficult time for all involved, and it takes a toll both physically and emotionally. This difficult time even more concerning when insurance coverage is an issue. Oftentimes the most careless of drivers are … Continue reading
Pending Tort Reform and Its Implications
This month the S.C. House of Representatives gave third and final approval to a comprehensive tort reform bill. The measure, which would limit punitive damages in lawsuits and require certain procedures when awarding damages, has the support of many business … Continue reading
DUI: In South Carolina Boozing Leads to Losing
Being charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a life changing experience. Many times, the people charged with this crime have little to no experience with the criminal justice system and, therefore, have no idea what to expect. Also, … Continue reading
Trucking Away: Keeping Safe on Charleston Roads
In recent years the number of fatal automobile accidents in the Charleston area has been on the rise. Now it is more important than ever to use caution when driving whether traveling on country roads, interstates, city streets or through … Continue reading
Stop and Chat: A New Law Affecting Immigration Status
South Carolina lawmakers are considering a bill that will attempt to further crack down on illegal immigration in our state. The Senate Judiciary Committee is set to consider a bill that will allow police to check the immigration status of … Continue reading
Goose Creek is Big Time
If you do not subscribe to the Post and Courier I have provided exerpts from today’s issue dated January 11, 2011 highlighting Goose Creek’s rise to prominence within the State of South Carolina. This article, written by Dave Munday, is a fine … Continue reading
South Carolina and Miller|Conway are Ready for Business
Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester Counties have been one of the nation’s most attractive destinations for local, national and international businesses over the past twenty years. Charleston’s status as a business hub has never been more evident than it is today … Continue reading
Holiday Cruises: Know Your Rights as a Passenger
Cruise ships are vacations taken by many to get away from the stresses of everyday life. The holiday season is a popular time of year for cruises as people want to leave the cold winter weather and head for the warmth of the … Continue reading
