Fort Mill Legal Blog
DUI penalties in South Carolina
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is one of the most serious traffic violations. Although North Carolina charges most DUI offenses as misdemeanors, this conviction carries significant fines and jail time. If you live in or are traveling to South...
Why should you have a business succession plan?
As the owner of a small business in South Carolina, you may be wondering what time you should start drafting your business succession plan. The best time to start is now. The sooner you begin, the better, and today we will discuss just why that is. Business succession...
The family business and divorce
It is not uncommon for many family businesses in South Carolina to be started or operated by couples who are married to each other. Working with a spouse may not be for everyone, but it can provide some people a nice way to balance professional and personal lives....
Headphone usage may contribute to distracted driving
In South Carolina, wearing headphones or earbuds in your car is legal. Residents may face surprise by the how many behaviors are legal, yet discouraged by police officers. In terms of headphone usage, The State suggests that some states outright ban earbuds and...
Learning more about a business can prevent a bad deal
You might have found the perfect business to purchase in South Carolina and you do not want it to get away. While it is understandable to secure a good business operation if you can, rushing to give the seller an offer in writing might not be the way to go. If you...
Who is qualified under state law to be an executor?
Serving as an estate executor does not mean you require a law degree or any kind of advanced legal training. The state of South Carolina does list some requirements for a person to serve as an executor, but they are not numerous. It is likely almost anyone you know is...
Why you should consider consulting an attorney for a residential real estate purchase
The purchase of a home is likely to be one of the largest financial transactions you will experience in your lifetime. Therefore it is vital that you understand everything that goes into making it happen and are confident that the transaction is beneficial to both you...
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...
