What Is a Partition Action in South Carolina
When people co-own property and can’t agree on what to do with it, South Carolina law provides a legal process to resolve that dispute. That process is called a partition action. In this video, Lexington attorney Anna Young of William Stitley & Brink Law Firm explains what partition actions are and how they can help resolve disputes involving jointly owned property.
Does a Police Accident Report Determine Fault in South Carolina?
After a car accident in South Carolina, the police accident report is often one of the first documents involved. In this video, Lexington attorney Jason Young explains what accident reports do and do not mean, including: what the FR-10 and TR-310 forms are, whether a police accident report determines legal fault, how modified comparative negligence can affect recovery, and what to do if an accident report contains inaccurate information.
South Carolina Wrongful Death Claims Explained (Who Can File + What Damages Are Available)
When someone dies because of another person’s negligence or wrongful conduct, South Carolina law allows certain families to pursue a wrongful death claim. In this video, Lexington attorney Jason Young explains the basics, including what insurance may cover, how repair or total loss decisions are made, and when rental car costs may be included. It also addresses topics like diminished value and coverage for personal property damaged in the vehicle.
South Carolina Minor Accident Settlements: Court Approval & Where the Money Goes
Before finalizing a child’s accident settlement in South Carolina, it’s important to understand that some settlements require court approval and must be handled in specific ways. This video explains how minor settlements work, including who can bring a claim, when court approval may be required, and how settlement funds are managed. It also covers key considerations like separate claims for parents and children, conservatorship requirements, and important timing deadlines.
South Carolina Property Damage Claims After a Car Accident: What Insurance Should Pay
Property damage claims after a car accident are often resolved quickly, but issues can arise if the at-fault driver’s insurance does not fully cover repairs or related expenses. This video explains how property damage claims work in South Carolina, including what insurance may cover, how repair or total loss decisions are made, and when rental car costs may be included. It also addresses topics like diminished value and coverage for personal property damaged in the vehicle.
