On June 16, 2011, in a 5-4 opinion, the Supreme Court of the United States expanded the protections provided by the landmark case, Miranda v. Arizona. The familiar phrase, “You have the right to remain silent,” is one of several warnings mandated by Miranda to protect the 5th Amendment privilege against self-incrimination from coercive police […]
After members of the Westboro Baptist church picketed the funeral of U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Matthew A. Snyder on March 10, 2006, his family sued the church for defamation, invasion of privacy, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Snyder was killed in a Humvee accident on March 3, 2006 while serving in Iraq. The Westboro Baptist […]
Although most marriages between United States citizens and immigrants are legitimate, sham marriages used to circumvent immigration laws are becoming more prevalent. According to the Center for Immigration Studies, between 1998 and 2007 more than 2.3 million foreign nationals have gotten green cards by marrying U.S. citizens. It is unclear exactly how many of the […]
Should you enter the United States without subjecting yourself to inspection at the border you may have heard that you can obtain a green card and remain in the United States by marrying a U.S. citizen. This is simply false. Depending on how long you have been in the United States without proper documentation/inspection you are likely […]
Miller|Conway understands that for many Boeing employees relocating to South Carolina, such a life-altering event presents many new opportunities and challenges. Miller|Conway, Charleston lawyers, is here to help make that transition as stress free as possible. As a full service law firm headquartered in Goose Creek, South Carolina we have the knowledge, experience and resources to assist you in real […]
On Monday, May 9, 2011 the 9th United States Circuit Court of Appeals refused to lift a stay blocking major parts of Arizona’s immigration law from taking effect and said the federal government is likely to be able to prove the controversial law is unconstitutional. Essentially, the Court denied an appeal filed by Governor Jan […]
Electronic communication via Skype, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, e-mail, texting, BBMing and whiteboard, amongst others, provides divorced/separated parents and their children a way to creatively structure parenting time when face-to-face visitation is not possible. Such methods allow for flexibility in accounting for busy schedules and long-distance relationships. For instance, Skype allows a long-distance parent to see and interact with his/her child in real […]
MILLER|CONWAY, lawyers headquartered in Goose Creek, SC, understands that you may be confused, injured and scared following a car accident in South Carolina. This firm is here to help you following your car accident. We encourage you to speak with our attorneys after your accident to ensure that you do not waive certain rights and benefits […]
MILLER|CONWAY, lawyers headquartered in Goose Creek, SC, wants to ensure that you understand and protect your rights following an automobile/car accident or other incident resulting in personal injury. Under South Carolina law you may be entitled to recover for past and future medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, mental anguish, […]
There are both criminal and civil penalties associated with driving under the influence in South Carolina (Charleston, Berkeley & Dorchester Counties). A conviction on criminal charges could lead to large monetary fines and fees, jail-time, community service and mandatory substance abuse treatment. There is a good chance that your automobile insurance will be cancelled and you will be […]