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Can You Get a Divorce in South Carolina If Your Spouse Lives in Another State?
Often, our divorce lawyers in Charleston handle cases where both spouses have lived in South Carolina for years. In these family court cases, South Carolina is clearly the proper state to file for divorce. However, sometimes the other spouse lives…
How Are FERS and TSP Divided in a South Carolina Divorce?
Federal employees often have two of the most valuable assets in a marriage: a pension under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) account. Dividing them in a South Carolina divorce is not like dividing…
How Many Drinks Does It Take to Reach the Legal Limit in South Carolina?
As DUI lawyers in Charleston, South Carolina, one of the most common questions we hear is how many drinks a person can have before reaching the legal limit. The answer depends on your sex, your weight, what you drank, and…
Can You Be Charged with DUI While Parked or Sleeping in Your Car in South Carolina?
Many people believe that if they have had too much to drink, the responsible choice is to pull over, park, and sleep it off. In many situations, that is far better than driving. But our Charleston DUI defense lawyers regularly…
Assault Charge Versus Self-Defense Claim in SC
A fight outside a bar on King Street, a shoving match in a parking lot, or an argument at home that turns physical can lead to an arrest in a matter of minutes. When officers arrive, they often have to…
What Are Field Sobriety Tests in South Carolina?
In most of the DUI or DUAC cases that our Charleston DUI lawyers handle, Field Sobriety Testing (FST) is the primary method a police officer uses to establish probable cause. Most officers use the three (3) “standardized” tests prescribed by…
What Should You Do Immediately After Being Arrested in South Carolina?
Being arrested can turn an ordinary day upside down. You may be worried about getting home, missing work, or what the charge will mean for your future. You may also feel an urgent need to explain yourself.
The first steps…
Is an Inheritance Divided in a South Carolina Divorce?
A parent leaves you money, a family member leaves you a house, or you receive an investment account that has been in your family for decades. Then your marriage ends. Is an inheritance divided in a South Carolina divorce? Usually,…
What if My Spouse Refuses to Sign Divorce Papers in SC?
A spouse cannot prevent a South Carolina divorce indefinitely simply by refusing to sign paperwork. Refusing to sign may mean the divorce is contested, but it does not stop a properly filed and served Family Court case from moving forward.…