Department of Corrections Officer Settles Workers’ Comp Case for $195,500 in South Carolina
Our recent case highlights the need for Department of Corrections officers to have mental health resources available to them. Working as an officer in the South Carolina Department of Corrections…
Do I have a Personal Injury Case, Civil Case, or a Business Complaint?
Recently we received a call from a someone who had visited a popular jewelry chain for a piercing. The person doing the piercing missed the exact location and had to…
What Should I Wear For My South Carolina Court Date?
In-person and virtual court appearances can be a challenging experience, and the importance of preparation cannot be overstated. According to the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System,…
Claiming Workers’ Comp When You Are a Remote Employee
South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Benefits For Remote Workers South Carolina’s Workers’ Compensation Act (“Act”) requires employers with at least four employees to maintain workers’ compensation insurance. The Act allows qualifying…
Steinberg Law Firm Announces Addition of New Attorney, Adam Greene
Charleston, SC; May 6, 2022 The Steinberg Law Firm is pleased to announce the newest addition to their team of attorneys, Adam P. Greene. Adam is an associate attorney who…
Nine Steinberg Law Firm Attorneys Named to 2022 South Carolina Super Lawyers List
Charleston, SC; April 29, 2022 Every year Super Lawyers releases an annual list of the industry’s top attorneys in each state. Super Lawyers is a legal industry rating service that…
South Carolina Lawmakers Make “Carolina Squat” Modifications Illegal
Recently, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper signed a bill prohibiting the popular modification commonly referred to as a “Carolina Squat.” The bill followed in the wake of an online petition…
Spring Break in South Carolina Sees Increase in Injuries
Spring Break season is here, and for many people, Spring Break is the first opportunity of the year to travel. Millions of people travel to relax and escape the stresses…
How Personal Property Tax Rates May Contribute to South Carolina Car Accidents
When most people think about the probable causes of a car accident, taxes do not come to mind. In South Carolina, vehicle property taxes are among the highest in the…
What Happens if the Person at Fault in a South Carolina Car Accident Is Underinsured?
If you have been injured in a car accident, you have the right to file a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Once you file a claim, the insurance…
Case: Pedestrian Hit by DUI Driver in Downtown Charleston
Result: $72,500.00 In October of 2018, a young woman was walking in downtown Charleston when she was hit by a car. She and her friends were walking in the crosswalk…
Trial Verdict: Horry County Jury Awards Quick Verdict for Motor Vehicle Accident
Result: $212,311.80 In June of 2016, a Steinberg Law Firm client (age 74) was injured in a motor vehicle collision in Horry County. At the time of the collision, our…
With New Federal Requirements in Place, South Carolina Condo Owners May Face Lower Property Values and Difficulties Selling a Condo if a Building has Water Intrusion or Structural Problems
Stating that “in the aftermath of the collapse of the Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida, the risks of residential buildings with aging infrastructure and in need of Critical Repairs…
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Claims
A workplace injury can have many outcomes. Ideally, with appropriate rest and medical treatment, workers recover from their injuries and return to work. In other cases, workers may suffer ongoing…
Modest Growth in New Condominiums and HOAs Expected for 2022
The number of new condominium communities and homeowners associations will increase by more than 5,000 in 2022 predicts the Foundation for Community Association Research, a research affiliate of the Community Associations…
Zelda Rouse, Legal Administrator, Honored at Black Excellence Brunch for Black History Month
February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements of African Americans in U.S. history. It is also a time to honor Black history and extraordinary individuals who…
I Have Long-Haul COVID-19 Symptoms and Cannot Work. What Can I Do?
If a person becomes infected with COVID-19, they may not realize that they can develop long-haul symptoms. Symptoms may persist for weeks or months after the initial bout of the…
Case: Charleston Area Beach Front Home Reno Gone Wrong
Result: $265,000 A beautiful, beachfront home underwent significant renovation work in 2018, including a new, metal roof, cement fiberboard siding, windows, and new framing and waterproof surface for a deck….