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Mediation: A Vital Step in the South Carolina Legal Process
Mediation: A Vital Step in the South Carolina Legal Process Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process that is often used in South Carolina to resolve conflicts without going to court. This process involves a neutral third party, known as a mediator,...
Prenuptial Agreements: What You Need to Know
Prenuptial Agreements: What You Need to Know Prenuptial agreements, also known as premarital agreements or prenups, are contracts that two people about to get married create to define the terms of ownership, division of assets, and liabilities in case of a divorce or...
Things to think about before a divorce
Things to financially think about before a divorce While you may be mentally and emotionally ready for a divorce, thinking about the financial and legal side of things is essential. Below we will detail the important things to think about when preparing for a divorce....
What is a Temporary Custody Hearing
What is a temporary custody hearing? Divorcing when you have children can be complicated. The more prepared you are, the easier the process will be. A temporary hearing in front of a judge may be required when you begin the separation process and you have children. We...
DUI in South Carolina: what to do next
What started as a fun night out ended with a mistake - driving while intoxicated. A DUI in South Carolina is a serious offense and can have serious consequences. So what do you do? The correct answer: Stay calm. When facing the consequences of a DUI, it's important to...
How to Navigate Child Custody During the Holiday Season
Christmas is just around the corner, and you may already be busy planning for the holidays. But if you are a divorced parent, one of your challenges will be navigating child custody. Unless you already have previous custody agreements with your ex-spouse, it may be...
Knowing Your Rights in a Personal Injury Case
Have you been injured in an accident that was not your fault? It is difficult enough being in an accident, but even worse when liability is not acknowledged. There are around 39 million physician visits for unintentional injuries in the US every year. If you are part...
How to Start the Separation Process With Your Spouse
Deciding to start the separation process isn't easy, but it is possible to have an amicable divorce if you work with an experienced lawyer who can prepare you for this major change. There are around 750,000 divorces every year in the US. Although each state has...
When and How to File a Restraining Order
Your safety is paramount when you are in a relationship with someone who is hurting you. That means you need to get to a safe place away from this person. If you do not have family or friends you can stay with temporarily, the South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic...
Have a Felony on Your Record? Here’s What You Need to Know About Applying for Financial Aid
If you have a past felony on your criminal record and want to attend college, you may rightfully feel concerned that your past mistake will prevent you from receiving financial aid. This is true in some cases but not in others. The important thing is to find out where...
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