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0 Answers | Asked in Probate for South Carolina on
Q: No will for departed with 3 children 1 executor 1 said nothing and 1 was the the business partner of departed 25 years

It was all over about two months in business partner the youngest of the three is still paying debts of Deceased

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts for South Carolina on
Q: I am buying a camper we have a contract I paid for a year and then he died, what happens now?

He made verbal promises to me and my aunts.

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for South Carolina on
Q: my next door neighbor moved a building onto my property. so how do i make them move it off my land?

i had my property surveyed the 20th of last week and found out the new building the neighbors put in a couple months ago is on my property. so, what do i do to make them move it off my property. i told them they would have to move it off my property. and all they said was okay. so how long do they... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for South Carolina on
Q: Sister lives with our grandparents, her Guardians. We live in SC and she is 17. If i buy her a phone can they take it?

Can they legally take the phone if its in my name but her possession? She turns 18 in July.

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for South Carolina on
Q: It’s been 4 years since my surgery and l am now seeing complications from it is it to late to sue for malpractice

The dr removed my left adrenal gland and in the process she injured my left kidney which is now not working normally l will now have life long issue with it l also have trauma from the surgery it went bad from the start I am just now seeing the mistakes she made

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Mar 24, 2024

Malpractice statutes of limitations often do not begin to run until discovery (or should have discovered), with a cap of time. You should consult with experienced medical malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred who can review the facts of your particular case and determine if you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for South Carolina on
Q: What can I do about my rental situation?

I live with my fiancé's mother in a house that costs $650 a month. My fiancé and I are charged $300 each, +$50 each if we're late. His sister-in-law and her husband pay $500 combined each month. We have no written formal agreement and no one but my fiancé's mother is on the lease.... View More

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answered on Mar 26, 2024

It's important to address the situation calmly and constructively, considering the family dynamics involved. First, have a transparent discussion with your fiancé to ensure you both agree on the situation and desired outcomes. Together, approach his mother with your concerns in a respectful... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for South Carolina on
Q: Unmarried-splitting up. Both names are on the house deed - only his name is on the mortgage. I want the house.

He is trying to force me to sign a quick deed sale. I refuse. What are my options?

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for South Carolina on
Q: Need to transfer a camp lejeune claim in my father’s name to my name. He’s dying and may not live to see a settlement.

Keep out of private and his estate. Has no money. No assets

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answered on Mar 21, 2024

Transferring a claim from your father's name to yours, especially under these circumstances, requires understanding and navigating specific legal procedures. It's important to know that claims related to Camp Lejeune involve federal law and may have particular guidelines for transfer or... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Business Law and Civil Litigation for South Carolina on
Q: Dealership did not file correct DMV paperwork. The car was never transfered to my name.

I bought a car from a dealership and traded my old car in. They either never filed the paperwork with the dmv or did it incorrectly. The car I bought is not in my name, my old car still is. So my plate brings up my old car. I took insurance off that car that I do not physically own anymore. And put... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Municipal Law for South Carolina on
Q: If I'm at a gas station, can a state trooper just see my motorcycle and pull up and search me and put me under arrest?

I was charged for failure to stop for blue lights, speeding 25+mph over speed limit, driving under suspension, and driving uninsured vehicle all because my bike matched a description of a bike that ran from them last week. I was in the store on private property, how am I charged with driving under... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts for South Carolina on
Q: Can a dealership cancel a signed contact after the 7 day window that is listed within the contract?

I bought and signed paperwork for a car from a larger dealership on March 8th. It is now March 19th and the dealership is telling me that the bank is rejecting it. Within the contract I signed it says they have seven calendar days to cancel the agreement (contract). Today marks day eleven after... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for South Carolina on
Q: Can I go to jail for a registered gun in a open carry state without a permit at work place
Casey Brown
Casey Brown
answered on Mar 18, 2024

According to the new law in the State of South Carolina, a person that is legally able to own a firearm does not have to have a permit to carry a firearm. There are still places that prohibit carrying a firearm on the premises and the workplace would need to provide notice that they do not allow a... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for South Carolina on
Q: I accidentally brought a gun to work in a that is now open carry without a permit can I go to jail for this

I work at Walmart in South Carolina brought a bag to work forgot the firearm was in it is missing had to leave work for health issues firearm was gone when I went to to pick up the bag afraid it may have been searched can I get in legal trouble ?

Q: Can your employer send you for a FEC with a known disability and in the process you fall reinjuring yourself?

A disability was declared day 1 and after 25yrs of service employee was sent to do a FEC exam. Is the company responsible or the facility where the fall occured for employee's re-injure and new injuries. Is this worker's comp or personal injury?

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answered on Mar 19, 2024

If your employer sent you for a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FEC) despite knowing about your disability, and you were injured during this process, there might be grounds for responsibility on part of your employer or the facility, depending on the circumstances of the fall and existing workplace... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Child Custody and Family Law for South Carolina on
Q: can a judge say he is not comfortable and not allow a defendate to admit filing a false police report resulting in dss ?

My kids mother admits to case workers and guardian ad litem to filing false police report which caused dss to investigate ,but when court date was set for her to address court the judge said that he was not comfortable allowing her to perjure herself and that he would not allow it.If it were not... View More

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answered on Mar 18, 2024

In legal proceedings, a judge's role includes ensuring that the court operates within the bounds of the law and maintaining the integrity of the judicial process. If a judge believes that allowing a certain action, such as admitting to filing a false police report, could lead to an individual... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Civil Litigation for South Carolina on
Q: A tax levy against a mobile home on my property has transferred ownership. The new owner has been renting home during

I want to know how to pursue and regain ownership of the mobile home

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answered on Mar 16, 2024

If you're looking to regain ownership of a mobile home on your property that has been transferred due to a tax levy, it's crucial to understand your legal options. First, you should consult with an attorney familiar with property and tax law in your area. They can provide detailed... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Copyright and Intellectual Property for South Carolina on
Q: Can I use Facebook-posted AI pictures for the book I am publishing? One artist actually gave me permission.
Alan Harrison
Alan Harrison
answered on Mar 16, 2024

The Copyright Office has repeatedly said that you can't get a copyright in AI generated art. You should be fine to copy AI art from anywhere. The people who posted the art can't even file a valid suit without getting the art registered in the Copyright Office.

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