Fort Mill Legal Blog
How do real estate property disclosures help buyers?
As a home buyer, you want to know everything you can about a house in a South Carolina neighborhood before you buy it. One of the key documents that tells you about a property is a property disclosure. As explained by Forbes, property disclosures are offered by...
Can you receive a court-appointed attorney for traffic court?
Most South Carolinians are familiar with a section of constitutional law where a person has the right to an attorney, where one can expect an appointed attorney if he or she does not have his or her own. This is the case for most criminal trials. Can you have a...
What should you look for in a small business checking account?
For many budding entrepreneurs in South Carolina, the path to starting a successful business involves a careful accounting of finances. A small business checking account separate from your personal bank account can be a good way to keep track of your business-related...
Which commercial lease will be best for your business?
Location is key when you plan to open a retail store in South Carolina. You need to consider foot traffic, vehicle access, parking, adjacent businesses and more. However, it is not a good idea to speak to the owner about a commercial lease with your heart set on a...
How to protect the cyber data of your business
Running a small business is an exciting and rewarding achievement that is part of living the American dream. However, many entrepreneurs who are inexperienced with regard to the unique challenges posed by operating a small business may run into trouble. In the...
Are speed traps legal?
If you were driving through Fort Mill, South Carolina, when police stopped you and issued a ticket for speeding, you might wonder about your rights. The city often stations patrols at areas referred to as “speed traps,” where the speed limit abruptly drops. It might...
When traffic infractions become serious offenses
The Department of Motor Vehicles in North Carolina has a system that assigns point values to a variety of traffic offenses. Minor traffic violations carry minimal points, whereas serious crimes have higher point values. At Mack & Mack Attorneys we often assist...
Can I include charitable giving in my estate plan?
An estate plan gives you a lot of control over what happens with your money and assets after you die in South Carolina. It lets you say what you want and the court upholds those wishes after your death. You have the opportunity to do whatever you want with your money...
Do you have the right to know if someone died in a house?
When buying a home in South Carolina, there are many things that you think about. You check into multiple aspects of the home to ensure it is solid and there are no major issues that will end up costing you a lot of money. In some cases, you may inquire about the...
The basics of a home closing
When people buy their first home in South Carolina, it may surprise them to learn how much has to happen before the house is officially theirs. As people approach the closing day, they may have many questions about what will happen during this meeting. People usually...
