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There were two guy's restocking the ice box when this happened and wet floor sign's were visible when she fell
answered on Dec 6, 2016
Request a copy of any store security video in person and send written request. She needs to follow up with her doctor. She needs to consult a member of the SC Assn for Justice--they give free consults. Walmart doesn't settle until you've shown you'll go the distance, so your mom... View More 
answered on Sep 13, 2016
The person who didn't start the fight, who tried to back off. However both could be charged criminally. And if neither has money no one will get to collect.
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answered on Jul 18, 2016
Some states have contributory fault laws. That means that if you are even 1 percent at fault - you could lose the case. Other states have comparative fault laws in which you could be partially at fault and still be able to pursue a case. It is my understand that South Carolina is a comparative... View More
This property was left to me by my mother's estate. SHe died without a will and I own 1/6 of the property.
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answered on Apr 24, 2016
The property will likely go through a probate procedure to clear title unless there was a deed that handled the distribution prior to death. If co-owners cannot agree on the sale of property, there may be an action called a partition action to have the court decide the disposition or sale of the... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2016
They can always sue you, but unless you did something negligent they are not going to win.
Could I be held liable for his actions because the car is titled in my name? He is insured under my auto policy.
answered on Feb 16, 2016
Anything is possible. Best to have good insurance. Verify with a local lawyer.
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answered on Nov 16, 2015
The internet? A letter? A phone call? Ask someone who visits?
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answered on Nov 16, 2015
If you have access to the internet to ask this question, then one option may be to use the internet to contact a lawyer.
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2 wks ago I was hit by another car and they were faulted. I was hit from behind was a bit sore went to urgent care. Started to feel better and their insurance Co geico said they would pay 4 the medical bills and offerd a one time payment of 1000 with an agreement to sign. Agreement not signed chk... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2015
Talk to a lawyer ASAP.
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I live in South Carolina and I'm unsure of the law, I've tried to research and I can't find the answer, we had a party at a friends house on 4th of July and I left my keg and tap there. I never got around to getting it, and I texted her a few times asking her if I could come retrieve... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2015
You can sue in small claims court for conversion. A local lawyer can advise.
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I am being asked to pay for a persons medical bills (over $400) after the person let himself in to my home and was bitten on the neck by my dog. I agreed to pay until they showed me the doctor bill which doesnt show whether their insurance paid for anything or not. It's just a quickly written... View More
answered on Aug 28, 2015
You can ask your homeowner's insurance to handle it.
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My 15 year old brother was shot with a 12 gauge shotgun. His leg was blown off. He was shot accidentally by his friend who was 14 at the time. This happened on the property of a retired sheriff, the weapon belonged to the retired sheriffs son, who is a felon. The friend who shot my brother was his... View More
answered on Aug 20, 2015
Sorry to hear about that. You may want to expand the geographic scope of your search to other areas of South Carolina. Perhaps looking for an injury lawyer in Columbia will help you find someone.
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answered on Aug 4, 2015
Best to contact a local injury lawyer to explore your options.
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answered on May 30, 2015
If there is no negligence against the person who invited you over, there is no case. What did the person do to cause your injury? It appears you were injured because you decided to jump the fence.
answered on Mar 10, 2011
While there are exceptions to the rule the statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of your work accident.
answered on Mar 10, 2011
While there are exceptions to the rule, 90 days from that date of the accident.
answered on Feb 24, 2011
There may be a pro-bono (free legal services) program that can help you depending on what type of civil suit you have against you. You should contact the South Carolina Bar @ 800 868 2284 to obtin a list of all current pro-bono programs available. Best of luck.
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