Upcountry History Museum to host Quilts of Valor Display
July 15, 2024
Quilts to be Awarded to Local Veterans in Special Ceremonies on July 20 What began as one mother’s dream when her son was deployed in Iraq in 2003 is now…
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OSHA issues proposed workplace heat exposure standard
July 15, 2024
By David Dubberly Maynard Nexsen PC. On July 2, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued its proposed national heat standard, titled Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in…
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Mary Caskey named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s ‘Influential Women of Law 2024’ list
July 14, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. shareholder Mary M. Caskey has been named to the South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s “Influential Women of Law 2024” list (subscription required). She is one of just…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to Host Annual Fill the Cruiser School Supply Drive on Friday, July 12
July 10, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is gearing up for its annual “Fill the Cruiser” event, a school supply drive dedicated to supporting local students in need as they prepare…
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Growing Popularity of Golf Cart Transportation in Neighborhoods and Beyond
July 9, 2024
Golf carts are no longer confined to the greens of golf courses. Increasingly, people are using these convenient vehicles in neighborhoods, campgrounds, and around lakes to get from one place…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Joins 26-state Coalition Supporting Religious Liberty Before U.S. Supreme Court
July 9, 2024South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a coalition of 26 states that filed a brief Friday before the U.S. Supreme Court opposing the Hillsborough County Transit Authority’s no-religious-speech advertising…
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Derrick Quattlebaum named 2024 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for insurance law in Greenville
July 5, 2024
Best Lawyers has recognized Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. shareholder Derrick Quattlebaum as the 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” for Insurance Law in Greenville. In addition to this honor, Derrick was…
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Shannon Poteat honored among ‘Influential Women in Law’ by SC Lawyers Weekly
July 5, 2024
Shannon Till Poteat, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been named as one of 22 “Influential Women of Law” by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly. This is the inaugural…
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MPA Strategies selected as the 2024 Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina
July 2, 2024
A Statewide Public Relations and Crisis Communications Agency, MPA Strategies, has been named as the 2024 Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina by the Guide to South Carolina. When announced,…
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A Marketing Agency with Upstate ties wins 2024 Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina
July 2, 2024
A Statewide Public Relations and Crisis Communications Agency, MPA Strategies, has been named as the 2024 Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina by the Guide to South Carolina. Two of…
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Collins joins MGC’s Columbia office
July 1, 2024
Law firm McAngus Goudelock & Courie (MGC) announced the addition of attorney Chip Collins to their Columbia office. For nearly three decades, Collins has represented insurance carriers in construction litigation,…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Receives Environmental Impact Award
July 1, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has been honored with the Environmental Impact Award by the Laurens County Prevention Coalition. This recognition celebrates the LCSO’s significant efforts in administering Narcan,…
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LEAD 2024: A Decade of Gratitude for Greenville County Law Enforcement Officers
June 27, 2024
LEAD Upstate announced the official launch of LEAD 2024 at a press conference held recently at Bon Secours Wellness Arena, marking a decade of expressing profound gratitude to the law…
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Fulton & Barr co-founder Johnnie Fulton is honored by the South Carolina Bar
June 26, 2024
The South Carolina Bar and University of South Carolina Established “Memory Hold the Door” The late Johnnie Dodenhoff Fulton was recently recognized by the “Memory Hold the Door” committee established…
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Shelby Leonardi joins Polales Horton & Leonardi
June 24, 2024
Polales Horton & Leonardi LLP (PHL) welcomes Shelby Leonardi as its newest partner in the firm’s Columbia office. Shelby’s experience in complex civil litigation and her familiarity with the federal…
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Saluda Law, LLC
June 24, 2024
Founded in 2017, Saluda Law, LLC serves those who are seeking representation for criminal defense matters, professional license defense, and those who are ready to become whistleblowers. The firm is…
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Laurens Police Department Honored at Statewide DUI Enforcement Ceremony, Wins New Patrol Vehicle
June 23, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety held its annual DUI Enforcement Recognition and Target Zero Challenge ceremony last Thursday in Columbia, highlighting the dedicated efforts of law enforcement personnel…
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Laurens County Mourns the Loss of Deputy Christopher Motes
June 22, 2024
The Laurens County community is grieving the loss of Deputy Christopher Motes, who passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Deputy Motes, a dedicated…
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Saluda Law, LLC welcomes Bryan Letteer
June 21, 2024
Saluda Law, LLC announced that Attorney Bryan Letteer has joined the firm. Letteer’s practice will focus on criminal defense and professional license defense. His experience as an Attorney at the…
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Motley Rice Law Firm expands mass tort practice in Philadelphia area
June 21, 2024
Seasoned Litigator Mike Daly Joins Firm One of the nation’s largest plaintiffs’ civil litigation firms, Motley Rice LLC, has expanded its class action and multidistrict litigation practice by adding seasoned…
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Introducing the South Carolina Highway Patrol’s 2024 Ford Mustang
June 19, 2024
The South Carolina Highway Patrol has unveiled its latest addition to the fleet: the 2024 Ford Mustang. This sleek and powerful vehicle is set to patrol the roads of the…
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“Operation: Cool Down” provides a fan to beat the heat
June 17, 2024
With temperatures staying steady over 90 degrees for the foreseeable future, Chief Terrence Green would like to remind the Town of Lexington community that the Lexington Police Department offers free…
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James Becker named 2024 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Litigation – Banking and Finance in Columbia
June 17, 2024
Best Lawyers has recognized Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. shareholder James Y. “Jamie” Becker as the 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” for litigation – banking and finance in Columbia, South Carolina.…
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STP Father-Son Duo Reflect on How Their Dads Shaped Their Desire to Serve
June 17, 2024
By SCDPS Staff Member, Teddy Kulmala With three generations of law enforcement officers in their family, serving others is not learned for State Transport Police Master Officer Thomas Thrasher and…
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Motley Rice and Markus Green announce new strategic relationship in public client and human rights litigation
June 12, 2024
One of the nation’s largest plaintiffs’ litigation firms, Motley Rice LLC, has entered a consulting agreement with attorney Markus Green of MG Law & Consulting LLC. Green will collaborate with…
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Eddie Benton joins Smith Robinson as chief operating officer
June 12, 2024
Smith Robinson announced that Eddie Benton has joined the law firm as chief operating officer. Benton is a South Carolina native with more than three decades of experience in professional…
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Save the Date for the Annual Fill the Cruiser School Supply Drive!
June 9, 2024
School has just let out for the summer, and kids are diving into their summer groove, but now is the perfect time to start preparing for the upcoming school year…
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Chambers USA recognizes Wyche, P.A. as a 2024 Leading Law Firm
June 7, 2024
Chambers USA has recognized Wyche and 15 of its attorneys in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Wyche’s Litigation, Corporate/M&A, Real Estate, and Environment practices have…
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Chambers honors Robinson Gray again, citing Gray, Richardson, Stepp and Watson
June 6, 2024
Chambers USA – America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, has in its 2024 edition again honored Robinson Gray for its work in the area of general commercial litigation, singling out four…
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Moore & Van Allen’s South Carolina Healthcare practice and two Charleston members ranked in prestigious Chambers and Partners
June 6, 2024
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that Chambers and Partners has ranked the firm as a top firm in South Carolina for Healthcare law practice in its 2024 Chambers…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd practices and attorneys ranked prominently in Chambers and Partners USA 2024 Guide
June 6, 2024
Chambers and Partners has once again recognized Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. in the Chambers and Partners USA Guide for 2024. The firm was designated a Band 1 banking and finance…
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Laurens County Sheriff Addresses Scams Targeting Seniors at Martha Franks Retirement Community
June 5, 2024
Sheriff Don Reynolds recently visited the Martha Franks Retirement Community to raise awareness about the various scams that often target senior citizens. His presentation highlighted the importance of recognizing and…
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Governor Henry McMaster Signs Two Landmark Child Safety Bills Into Law
June 5, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette were recently joined by members of the General Assembly and other community leaders to ceremonially sign two child safety bills into…
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Collins & Lacy welcomes attorney Jacqueline M. Pavlicek
June 5, 2024
Attorney Jacqueline Pavlicek has joined the growing team of lawyers at Collins & Lacy, PC. A graduate of the University of South Carolina’s Joseph F. Rice School of Law, Pavlicek…
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Nelson Mullins attorney Neil Grayson named BTI client service all-stars 2024
June 5, 2024
Nelson Mullins partner Neil Grayson was selected as one of the 2024 BTI Client Service All-Stars on BTI Consulting Group’s annual list. The designation is one of the industry’s highest…
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SCDPS Names New State Transport Police Commander, Announces Promotions in Command Staff
June 4, 2024
The SC Department of Public Safety Director, Robert G. Woods, IV has named a new South Carolina State Transport Police commander, in conjunction with two command staff promotions. Dwayne D.…
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Charleston Legal Access shortlisted for national 2024 Legal Impact Award
June 4, 2024
Charleston Legal Access (CLA), a nonprofit sliding scale law firm in the Lowcountry, has been shortlisted for the 2024 Legal Impact Award by Clio. This award recognizes firms that are…
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Robinson Gray managing member Cal Watson elected to Meritas Board of Directors
June 3, 2024
Cal Watson, managing member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been appointed to the board of directors of Meritas, a global alliance of independent law firms that serves the legal…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes attorneys David B. Allen and Zoe R. Henrikson to Greenville office
June 3, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. welcomed special counsel David B. Allen and associate Zoe R. Henrikson to the firm’s Greenville office. David joins the firm’s Real Estate practice group, bringing with…
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Who’s Behind Bars? Come Bail Out Your Favorite Locals at the Laurens County Jail and Bail on Friday
May 29, 2024
Get ready, Laurens County! The annual Jail and Bail event hosted by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is back, and it’s shaping up to be a great event. Mark your…
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Governor Henry McMaster Signs Bill Defining Antisemitism Into Law
May 29, 2024
Last week, Governor Henry McMaster was joined by state and national Jewish community leaders and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 4042, Defining Antisemitism.…
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Moore Bradley Myers welcomes Callee Liscusky Jumper
May 28, 2024
Moore Bradley Myers is pleased to announce that Callee Liscusky Jumper has joined the firm as an associate attorney. She graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 2021, receiving…
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Memorial Day Weekend Boating Safety Reminder: A Tragic Loss on Lake Greenwood
May 27, 2024
Memorial Day Weekend is often considered the official start of summer, with families flocking to lakes for boating and other water activities. Unfortunately, this past Saturday, a day meant for…
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Wallace Lightsey ranked as the number-one attorney in South Carolina for the third year in a row by Super Lawyers
May 21, 2024
Super Lawyers, a publication recognizing outstanding lawyers, has ranked Wallace Lightsey as the number-one attorney in South Carolina for the third year in a row. Lightsey is recognized in the…
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Increased Patrols on I-26, I-85, and I-95 as Part of Operation SafeDRIVE
May 20, 2024
Motorists traveling on South Carolina’s major highways—Interstates 26, 85, and 95—will see increased law enforcement presence over the next few days. The South Carolina State Transport Police (SCSTP) is launching…
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Moore & Van Allen named Diversity Initiative finalist for 2024 Southeastern Legal Awards
May 20, 2024
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that the Daily Report and Law.com have named MVA as a 2024 Southeastern Legal Awards finalist in the Diversity Initiative category for the…
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J. Philip Land joins JAASC Advisory Board
May 20, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that shareholder J. Philip Land has been named to the advisory board of the Japan-America Association of South Carolina (JAASC). JAASC promotes positive relationships between…
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O’Brien joins Callison Tighe as an associate
May 20, 2024
Forest O’Brien has joined Callison Tighe as an associate. With a background in accounting, he will focus his practice on corporate and business law, estate planning and probate matters, tax…
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Brown joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel as an attorney
May 20, 2024
A Palmetto State native and graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, Meredith Cooper Brown is the newest attorney at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. Her practice will…
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Gaffney Lewis LLC becomes Lewis Blain Roberts & Boyd LLC
May 20, 2024
Lewis Blain Roberts & Boyd, LLC announced important changes and updates within the firm. Following the departure of one of the founding attorneys, Amy L. Gaffney, in August 2023, there…
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