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While opening my barbershop, a tire from a pickup truck detached and struck me, causing me to dive for safety and injuring my back. I received medical treatment for my injuries. The driver remained at the scene, and a state trooper report was filed. I had a lawyer but was not satisfied, and... View More 
answered on Apr 4, 2025
A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry about the accident and the injuries and shop damage you suffered as a result. If you're looking for another attorney, you'd need to reach out to law firms on your own. No one here could... View More
It is not only harmful to my business but the account is putting me in potential physical danager.. I am happy to share more details in private. My question is can I draft some form of letter explaining the danger they're putting me in and have them remove the post?
answered on Dec 26, 2023
Yes, you could send them a cease and desist letter. The issue with that is you don’t really know who they are and it’s likely to be ineffective. If you sued you could get more info about them via discovery with instagram to potentially find out who they are. But you will likely need a lawyer... View More
My wife has a 13-year-old judgment from Florida related to a signature loan for a business debt. There have been no attempts to renew or enforce the judgment either in Florida or South Carolina. Is this judgment enforceable in South Carolina?
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In South Carolina, a judgment from Florida can be enforceable, but there are time limits to consider. Generally, the statute of limitations for enforcing a judgment in South Carolina is 10 years. Since your wife’s Florida judgment is 13 years old, it may no longer be enforceable unless it has... View More
Is it legal or ethical for an attorney to act as counsel for a business chain while also assisting in executive management and being married to the founder, if the business is involved in illicit product sales? The product, which is dangerous, was knowingly sold for a use other than advertised.... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In this situation, there are serious ethical concerns regarding the attorney's involvement. Attorneys are bound by strict ethical guidelines, including the duty to act in a manner that upholds the integrity of the legal profession. If the attorney is also assisting in executive management of... View More
I am the president of a small (5-unit) HOA, and our bylaws have not been updated since 2006. We are addressing parking rights, which are not specified in the current bylaws. A tenant has offered a parking spot to a friend who does not live on the premises, and I am concerned about liability and... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
To update your HOA bylaws and address the parking issue, you'll need to follow a structured amendment process that complies with South Carolina regulations. Since you've met the 65% quorum requirement, you're already on the right track according to the South Carolina Homeowners... View More
I gave my boyfriend permission to use my bank card for a down payment on a vehicle. Although the dealership didn't confirm the payment with me, they allowed the purchase to proceed. After 8 days, the dealership repossessed the vehicle, claiming it was due to a lack of insurance. I haven't... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
It sounds like a challenging situation, and it's understandable that you're concerned. First, you should contact the dealership directly to gather more information. Ask for the specifics of why the car was repossessed and request any documentation related to the transaction, including... View More
I urgently need to contact my former farmer supervisor in South Carolina, who worked at Fluor Company, to obtain a recommendation or verification letter for my SIV program application. My life is in danger in Afghanistan, and I have been unable to reach him through Facebook and LinkedIn. I also... View More
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answered on Mar 12, 2025
Your situation is serious, and reaching your former supervisor quickly is crucial. Since attempts via Facebook and LinkedIn haven't worked, you should first consider reaching out directly to Fluor Company’s HR department. Explain your urgent circumstances, provide details about your former... View More
Does this fall under satire?
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answered on Dec 30, 2024
Creating and selling items that feature a unique likeness of a famous person or politician involves careful consideration of legal rights. You need to be aware of the individual's right of publicity, which protects against unauthorized use of their image for commercial purposes. Even if the... View More
I run a marketing company. I sell social media short video services. To make the short videos, I repurpose existing videos. I've gained access to these videos by asking people online if I can use their videos for this exact purpose. They will simply reply back with 'Yes' or... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
While receiving a "Yes" or "Sure" in a direct message provides some level of permission, it may not be enough to protect you from potential legal issues. Verbal or written informal agreements, like those made in social media messages, might be considered valid, but they can be... View More
I live in SC and I currently sell cars on the side as a hobby and I always stay under the limitations in regards to how many I'm allowed to sell without a dealers license. I got a bit curious today and I have a standing LLC under my name and was wondering if technically since my business is... View More
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answered on Sep 26, 2023
In South Carolina, the number of cars you can sell without a dealer's license is typically limited, and this limit applies regardless of whether you're selling them as an individual or through an LLC of which you're the sole owner. Generally, if you're planning to sell more than... View More
My logo and my services are nothing as the above company. I don’t want to fight I’m willing add a y and be salty
answered on Aug 15, 2023
As you point out, with different logos and markets, there is no likelihood of confusion. If the notice includes a demand that you cease using the name, you should challenge that. There is no basis for complaint without evidence of confusion or economic damage.
The Purchase was made in June of 2021
answered on Jun 29, 2023
There is only a 5 day unilateral right of rescission for the purchase of South Carolina timeshares under the SC Timeshare Act. However, you should consult with a Timeshare Attorney regarding exit options, as there may be options that exist to assist you in divesting yourself of your timeshare... View More
Would this be done using the Articles of Amendment on the Secretary of State website? If so, would it be added in the Additional Amendment Info area and what wording should be used?
answered on Feb 17, 2023
It's very unlikely that you need to file anything with the state to add new directors. It is likely that your 501(c)(3)'s bylaws contain a provision that sets out the minimum and maximum numbers of directors and how the directors are chosen. To add new directors, your most likely course... View More
Travelocity sold the vacation to me in spring 2021, and told me I was covered from any pandemic related issue but I didn't read the fine print and now AIG will not reimburse me and Travelocity only offered credits I cannot use.
answered on Jan 31, 2023
"I was told". "I didn't read the fine print".
These are the 2 biggest errors people make when they enter into any contract. The only thing that matters in a contract is what is on paper, not what you were told. Not reading the contract, including the fine print, is... View More
I went to rent a uhaul and was refused service because I came in with a person who drove a uhaul for someone else who was associated to someone in debt with uhaul. So I left and came back with my mother. In which they refused service to because she is associated with me. The whole time they... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2021
You can’t be held responsible for the debt but they are within their rights to refuse service to anyone.
Suppose you own a graphics design company, BIG Designs, that designs and installs advertisements and billboards. Back in January 2020, you were very excited to sign a $10,000 contract with the city to publicize a series of concerts in the parks. The ads and billboards would be installed in March to... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2020
Did the contract have a clause excusing performance (payment) by the city if certain events occurred such as Acts of God? See counsel for an analysis of the terms of the contract which may excuse the city or which my require them to pay regardless of a particular event.
My employer makes money through business partnerships and monetizing articles. I want to start a side business using the same monetization methods, but my business would serve a different industry (Ex. - Employer serves the real estate sector- My business would serve the the fashion & beauty... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2020
Your question might not easily lend itself to a simple "yes" or "no" answer. It's possible two different attorneys could argue two different sides of the coin here, where one points out that your areas of concentration are different. Another could say that the basic pursuit... View More
She says no refunds. Alternatively she has offered to notify me of future scheduled sessions. They’re few and far between.
answered on Dec 8, 2019
It could depend on the terms of the underlying agreement between you and the photographer, in particular, what is said about the deposit. If that point is not addressed, it could be open to debate. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
Do I have any options? I lost access to bank account and apartment! This was sudden and unexpected!
answered on Sep 16, 2019
I'm sorry for your loss. A probate attorney would be in the best position to assess the situation. You could contact one of the attorneys on this site, contact an attorney on your own, or repost with the categories Probate/Estate Planning added. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
Husband owns company I may have signed Corporation papers I do not know it was over 20 years ago
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answered on Sep 8, 2019
I hope you will understand that there is no way any attorney in this forum can answer your question without reviewing the papers that you signed along with a lot of other things. Chances are, however, that a lot of claims against you and/or the corporation have expired due to the statute of... View More
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