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Personal Injury

Stay Safe This Halloween: 6 Common Personal Injury Hazards

Halloween is a time of spooky fun, wild costumes, and glowing jack-o’-lanterns. Unfortunately, safety and personal injury often slips to the back of our minds. The streets fill with children and families excited to go

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Criminal Defense

7 Most Common Crimes Committed on Halloween

Halloween conjures up images of ghosts and goblins, kids in costumes, and maybe even a spirited adult party or two. But while everyone’s focused on having a good time, it’s easy to let things get

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Domestic Violence

Understanding Domestic Violence Charges in South Carolina

In South Carolina, WCNC reports that the state has one of the highest rates of domestic violence-related deaths in the country. The domestic violence laws in South Carolina impose severe penalties on individuals who threaten

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DUI Defense

Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in South Carolina?

South Carolina has strict driving under the influence (DUI) laws, and the consequences can be severe. If a police officer pulls you over on suspicion of driving under the influence, you may feel a surge

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Criminal Defense

What is Considered Disorderly Conduct in South Carolina?

At first glance, public disorderly conduct charges might seem insignificant, thereby opting to handle the case on their own in court. This is a grave mistake that many an Akin resident have made and lived