One of the hardest decisions in any criminal case is whether to accept a plea offer or go to trial. Clients often ask our Charleston criminal defense lawyers, “Should I take the deal?” The honest answer is that it
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How Long Do You Have to Respond to Divorce Papers in SC?
A deputy, a process server, or a certified mail carrier has just handed you divorce papers. One of the first questions people ask our Charleston divorce lawyers is, “How long do I have to respond?” In most South Carolina divorce
What Is the Difference Between a Felony and a Misdemeanor in South Carolina?
One of the first questions people ask our Charleston criminal defense lawyers after an arrest is, “Is this a felony or a misdemeanor?” It is a fair question. The answer affects which court hears the case, how it moves forward,
Home Builder Arbitration Clause: Can You Sue Your Builder?
Your new home has a defect. The builder won’t fix it. Then you find a clause in your purchase contract, deed or warranty booklet that says you can’t go to court. The clause is real, and it usually holds. You
What You Keep, AI Can Reach: Know Your Data Before You Connect a Tool
A Cybersecurity Awareness Month series from Thompson Coburn’s Data Governance, Privacy and Cybersecurity practice group
In 2020, a hacker went undetected for three months inside the network of Blackbaud, a South Carolina company that provides fundraising, financial, and administrative software
Judicial Notice (10.04.26): The Horror, The Horror
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
Catawba Seeks Repeal of Federal Limit on its Citizenship Requirements
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