Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Claims in South Carolina
In South Carolina, as in other states, car accident victims have a limited amount of time to take legal action. A statute of limitations is a deadline to file a civil lawsuit seeking compensation for injuries. Failure to pursue your claim within this timeframe could irrevocably jeopardize it, leaving you fully responsible for medical bills […]
Identifying Foster Care Abuse in South Carolina
No child deserves to be abused. Unfortunately, children in foster care are particularly vulnerable to a variety of abuse and neglect. Putting an end to the abuse starts with recognizing the most common signs. If your child was harmed in the foster system or you are a victim, the experienced Abbeville foster care abuse attorneys […]
Delayed Symptoms After a Car Accident to Monitor
If you’ve been in a car accident with injury, your focus is likely on the immediate damage to your body. Bleeding and bone fractures are two obvious examples. While you should seek medical attention for these right away, many injuries do not manifest until hours or days after the crash. There are also cases in […]
Should I Get a Lawyer for a Car Accident That Wasn’t My Fault?
If you’ve been in an accident that you didn’t cause, you may be tempted to let your guard down and trust the insurance companies to do the right thing. Sadly, this often doesn’t work. Even in situations in which it is abundantly clear that the other driver caused the wreck, insurers may do everything they […]
Can You Sue Multiple Defendants in a Civil Case in SC?
Most lawsuits involve a single plaintiff versus a single defendant. However, there are more complex cases with multiple parties who contributed to the accident in some way. In these situations, these parties could be named as defendants in the lawsuit. There are potential benefits to identifying and bringing into the lawsuit all persons or entities […]
Abuse in the Foster Care System: Who’s Responsible?
No child should suffer abuse in foster care, but regrettably, it happens commonly. Legal action can be taken against those who have inflicted various kinds of abuse on these children. Putting an end to such mistreatment begins with recognizing the various forms it may take and understanding how children may be affected. If your child […]
Mount Pleasant Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
There’s nothing quite like riding a motorcycle in Charleston County. The unique coastal scenery and temperate climate provide the perfect setting for motorcyclists. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t risks. Negligent drivers and other parties can cause serious, sometimes fatal accidents. If you or a loved one was hurt in a motorcycle accident in Mount […]
Mount Pleasant Wrongful Death Attorney
The death of a loved one can cause immense grief and financial strain to a family. Learning that the death was avoidable, and resulted from someone’s irresponsible conduct, makes the pain even worse. Surviving family members have the right to bring a wrongful death claim against the negligent party. Having a wrongful death lawyer will […]
McCormick Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
After a serious motorcycle crash, you may be juggling medical treatment, time away from work, repairs or replacement of your motorcycle, and calls from the insurance company. That can become overwhelming quickly, especially when you are still trying to recover. You do not have to handle this alone. At Hite Law Firm, our McCormick motorcycle […]
McCormick, SC Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
Tens of thousands of South Carolinians reside in long-term care facilities, including those in our area at McCormick Post-Acute/Petra Health and Rehab. Many of these facilities provide excellent care. There are a handful that do not. Some residents may even suffer abuse at the hands of their caregivers. If you or a loved one have […]