Estate Planning isn’t just for the Elderly
Estates and Probate
Most people think that estate planning is only for old people. However, if you have children going to college,…
Landowner Rights to Compensation in Cases of Eminent Domain
Land Use and Property Law
When the government or a utility company takes private property through the power of eminent domain, the property owner…
Strategies for Avoiding Probate
Estates and Probate
What is probate? Probate is the legal process by which a person’s property is distributed after their death.
Why Estate Planning is not DIY
Estates and Probate
We often get asked whether a person should just download a will from the internet and fill it out.
Imitation: A Risky Form of Flattery in the Business World
Business Law
Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but, when it comes from a former employee working for a…
It’s Getting Cold Out Here! Shareholder oppression and member freezeouts.
Complex Civil Litigation
Shareholder oppression is an important concept for both minority and majority shareholders to understand. Simply put, shareholders in corporations…
Business Litigation and Digital Footprints
Complex Civil Litigation
It is nearly impossible for someone to cover their tracks these days. Every person leaves a digital footprint that…
Litigation in Probate Court
Estates and Probate
Sometimes disagreements occur during the probate process — a situation called a probate dispute. This may require litigation –…
Rezoning Property
Land Use and Property Law
Throughout much of South Carolina, property is subject to zoning regulation that restricts the manner in which land can…
Eminent Domain/Condemnation Process for Governmental Entities
Land Use and Property Law
It sometimes becomes necessary for South Carolina governmental entities to use the power of eminent domain to obtain rights-of-way…