What Can I Do If My Employer Retaliates Against Me Because of My Worker’s Compensation Claim?
Many workers who suffer injuries while at work are afraid to report their injury or to file a claim because they are afraid of getting fired. Many workers who witness…
Announcing A Pro Bono Wills Clinic For Veterans
The many brave men and women who gave the last full measure of their devotion to our country are always in our hearts and minds. The Steinberg Law Firm extends…
Cracks in Concrete or Bricks – Soil Settlement Cracks Versus Shrinkage Cracks
Cracks in concrete or masonry are common signs of damage to a home from soil settlement. However, not all cracks in concrete or masonry are the result of soil settlement….
When Are You Liable For Another Person’s Driving?
Generally, the person who causes a motor vehicle collision in South Carolina is responsible for any injuries or damages that may occur. There are situations, however, that can make you…
The U.S. Supreme Court Further Restricts the Availability of Class Arbitration
In its 2010 decision in Stolt-Nielsen, the United States Supreme Court held that a court may not compel class arbitration when an arbitration agreement is silent on whether class arbitration…
Tenth Circuit Finds Ambiguous and Interprets in Favor of the Insured “That Particular Part” Language in CGL Policy Exclusions j(5) and j(6)
In MTI, Inc. v. Employers Insurance Co. of Wassau, 913 F.3d 1245 (10th Cir. 2019), the Tenth Circuit addressed the language “that particular part” in exclusion j(5) and j(6) in…
Fourth Circuit Affirms Summary Judgment for Defendants in Product Defect Case on Failure to Show Defect or Causation
Plaintiffs brought product defect claims against an auto manufacturer alleging that the manufacturer’s vehicles experience unintended acceleration. The district court granted summary judgment for the manufacturer after excluding the opinions…
How to Start the Workers’ Compensation Process in South Carolina
Most employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance, so if you are injured on the job in South Carolina, you can get workers’ compensation benefits. However, you must follow certain procedures…
Illinois Joins Majority of Courts Holding that CGL Policies Cover Damages from Faulty Workmanship
A condominium association brought a lawsuit against a builder for defective work resulting in water infiltrating through the building envelope. The builder asserted third-party claims against subcontractors, and one of…
What If the At-Fault Driver in South Carolina is Uninsured?
Drivers in South Carolina must carry liability insurance — at least $25,000 for property damage, $25,000 for bodily injury and death to one person, and $50,000 for bodily injury and…
Common Defects in New Homes
Common construction defects in new homes include: Water leaking through windows, walls or roof; Foundation cracks; Cracks in bricks, concrete and drywall; Diagonal cracks above windows and doors, and doors…
How Much Is a South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Claim Worth
Workers’ compensation benefits are based on what is called a worker’s average weekly wage. In most cases, a worker’s earning for the prior year are divided by 52 but there…
Meet Thomas M. White of the Steinberg Law Firm
In this episode of Standing Up for South Carolina, we meet Partner Thomas M. White. Tom began his law career as a public defender and joined the Steinberg Law Firm in 1980….
Six Steps When Considering Contractors and Before Entering Into a Construction Contract
Construction lawyers at our firm get involved once damages start showing up from improper construction. That means we know a lot about why construction goes wrong, and unfortunately, we often…
Problems With Your New Home? You May Have A Construction Defect Case
If your home was built within the past five to ten years and the home is having problems, you may have construction defect claims against the home or condominium builder….
Steinberg Law Firm Attorneys Named to the 2019 South Carolina Rising Stars List
Steinberg Law Firm is pleased to announce that two of our attorneys, Catherine Meehan and Benjamin Akery, have been selected to the 2019 South Carolina Rising Stars List. This exclusive…
Steinberg Law Firm Attorneys Named to the 2019 South Carolina Super Lawyers List
Steinberg Law Firm is pleased to announce that five of our attorneys have been selected to the 2019 South Carolina Super Lawyers List. Each year, no more than five percent…
Should I Pursue a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
The short answer is yes. If you have been injured while performing your job duties, then you should probably pursue a workers’ compensation claim to get medical treatment you need…