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Why Fighting A South Carolina Traffic Ticket Can Save You Money

Police officers often seem to have a gift for pulling people over exactly when it is the most inconvenient. Someone …

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What Can You Do To Stay Safe When You’re Running?

Going for a run can put you at significant risk of being injured by a vehicle. If you’re running on …

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5 Facts To Know About Motorcycle Crashes

Motorcyclists have a unique view of the scenery around them. While some people think of motorcyclists as lawbreakers, most are …

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5 Unsafe Driving Habits All Drivers Should Avoid

All drivers on the road should ensure they’re operating their vehicles in the safest manner possible. When drivers aren’t safe, …

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Can A Dash Cam Help Your Auto Accident Case?

If you’ve ever been in a near-miss accident, you know how quickly you can end up in a dangerous situation …

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3 Steps You Should Take Immediately After A Car Crash

The decisions you make right after a car crash occurs will affect your rights. People often make big mistakes, like …

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Why Do People Defend Against South Carolina Traffic Tickets?

In the world of criminal offenses, civil infractions are the least serious crimes. They typically don’t even result in court …

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Do You Know The Basics Of Car Insurance In South Carolina?

Car insurance is the background noise of your daily driving experience. It is always there, but you probably never think …

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Drowsy Driving: How Dangerous Is It?

When people think about dangerous driving behaviors, they often think of drunk or distracted driving. However, driving while you are …

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Tips For Preventing Auto Accidents

Car accidents cause a great deal of property damage, personal injury and suffering each year for both the victims and …

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Have any questions?

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How much time do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit?

You have three years to file a personal injury lawsuit in South Carolina. A claim against the government must be started in two years. You don’t have to complete the case in that timeframe. You can meet the deadline by just one day and still receive your compensation. However, it’s always best to talk to a lawyer as soon as possible.

What is my personal injury case worth?

A personal injury case may seek compensation for economic loss, like medical bills, and personal loss, like pain and suffering. There are many types of losses that a person may have with a personal injury. These losses can be claimed as compensation. What your personal injury case is worth depends on several factors – the losses you have, how fault is assigned, and sources of compensation.

What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?

Felonies are usually more serious offenses than misdemeanors. But each offense has its own maximum incarceration and other penalties.

Generally, felonies carry longer potential jail time than misdemeanors. In addition, felonies may result in the loss of rights, such as firearm possession and voting rights, that are not lost with misdemeanors.

How does the criminal defense process work in SC?

The criminal defense process begins when a person is charged with a crime. The person may be arrested, informed of the charges, or summoned to court. At the first hearing, the person pleads guilty or not guilty. The court may impose conditions on the bond.

More serious offenses begin with a preliminary hearing. There may also be a pre-trial conference and motion hearings, and the parties may discuss a plea bargain.

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