Jessica Lerer Fickling joins Wyche’s litigation team
October 31, 2024
Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced that Jessica Lerer Fickling has joined the firm as a Member in its litigation practice group. Fickling will concentrate…
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Former Laurens County Sheriff R. Eugene Johnson Honored in South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
October 30, 2024
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame held an induction ceremony today to recognize seven officers for their exemplary service to the law enforcement profession in South Carolina.…
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Robinson Gray Member Grady Beard joins board of National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network
October 30, 2024
Grady Beard, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has joined the board of directors of the National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network. He was nominated and elected to the board…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Issues FEMA Fraud Alert: Residents Urged to Stay Vigilant
October 30, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office has issued a fraud alert warning residents about potential scams involving individuals posing as FEMA representatives. The alert follows reports of unsolicited calls and emails…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces SC victims’ services groups awarded more than $26 Million in grants
October 29, 2024Attorney General Alan Wilson announced groups that help crime victims across South Carolina will soon be getting more than $26 million in federal and state grants. The S.C. Public Safety…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Ashley Umbriano in Greenville
October 29, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Ashley H. Umbriano has joined the firm’s Greenville office, practicing with the commercial litigation and insurance defense teams. Ashley earned her Juris Doctor, Master’s…
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Pennington receives Petigru Award from Charleston Bar
October 28, 2024
Ashley Pennington, an attorney at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, has received the James Louis Petigru Award from the Charleston County Bar Association. The award is rarely given. Pennington is only…
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Maynard Nexsen launches Business Advisory Services team
October 28, 2024
Serving Privately Held and Family Owned Businesses Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 24 offices across the United States, announced the creation of Maynard Nexsen Business Advisory Services, a…
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Turner Padget adds two associates
October 24, 2024
Turner Padget announces the addition of two associates Mary Stewart DeLong and Chase Stokes O’Reilly. Delong resides in Turner Padget’s Charleston office and is a member of the Workplace Law…
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Lexington attorney, Brian Eckstrom, joins Moore Bradley Myers
October 24, 2024
Moore Bradley Myers has added a new Associate to their team of litigation attorneys. Brian Eckstrom graduated from Irmo High School, The University of South Carolina, as well as The University of South…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Stephanie Rainey, Stephanie Rainey, LLC
October 24, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Launches 2024 Christmas for Kids Program
October 23, 2024
As the holiday season approaches, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is once again preparing for its annual Christmas for Kids program, an initiative aimed at bringing joy to children in need throughout…
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James E. Lockemy, retired Chief Judge of the South Carolina Court of Appeals joins Richardson Plowden
October 22, 2024
Richardson Plowden & Robinson, P.A. announced that the retired Honorable Chief Judge of the South Carolina Court of Appeals, James E. Lockemy, has joined the Firm’s Myrtle Beach Office. With…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces $52 million multistate settlement with Marriott for data breach of Starwood guest reservation database
October 16, 2024Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that a coalition of 50 attorneys general has reached a settlement with Marriott International, Inc. as the result of an investigation into a large…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson co-leads coalition of AGs urging Homeland Security to uphold integrity of upcoming elections
October 16, 2024South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson co-led a coalition of 16 attorneys general in sending a letter today to the head of the Department of Homeland Security urging him to…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office K9 and Bloodhound Fundraiser Set for October 19th: Join the Community to Support Our Four-Legged Officers
October 16, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is gearing up for its annual K9 and Bloodhound Fundraiser, set to take place this Saturday, October 19th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at…
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Fintech platform WayThru names top industry veteran Jason Yates as new Client Operations and Engagement Director
October 9, 2024
Yates joins the pioneering AI-based debt resolution software company to lead national rollout after successful beta WayThru, an industry-leading AI-based digital platform for managing and resolving debt obligations, has announced…
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Gulie Moore joins Smith Robinson law firm
October 9, 2024
Gulie Moore has joined Smith Robinson law firm as an associate, practicing in the areas of medical malpractice defense and government liability. Moore earned her Juris Doctor from the University…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson sues TikTok for violating South Carolina consumer protection laws
October 9, 2024South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson today joined a bipartisan coalition of 14 attorneys general in filing separate enforcement actions against TikTok for violations of state consumer protection laws. Attorney…
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Texas Roundup Lawsuit Lawyer
October 8, 2024
At The Justice Now, our mission is to champion your right to justice by connecting you with premier attorneys across the USA. We understand that navigating legal battles can be…
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Governor appoints Rob Tyson to insurance law study committee
October 7, 2024
Gov. Henry McMaster has appointed Rob Tyson, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, to a new study committee set up to conduct a thorough review of South Carolina’s insurance…
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Sonny Ledda Retires as Clinton Police Chief, Begins New Role as Laurens County Emergency Management Director
October 6, 2024
By staff reporter On Friday at 3:15 PM, Chief Sonny Ledda made his final call with the City of Clinton, marking the end of a 25+ year law enforcement career…
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South Carolina Extends Voter Registration Deadline Due to Historic Storm
October 6, 2024
South Carolina citizens now have additional time to register to vote ahead of the 2024 General Election, following a court order extending the voter registration deadline to Monday, October 14.…
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Chris Gantt-Sorenson named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2024 Employment Law Power List
October 4, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Chris Gantt-Sorenson was named to the South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2024 Employment Law Power List. Statewide, only ten attorneys received this recognition. Chris leads…
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Court rules federal Trade Secrets law applies to conduct and sales outside the U.S.
October 3, 2024
By David Dubberly On July 2, 2024, in Motorola Solutions, Inc. v. Hytera Communications Corp. Ltd., 108 F.4th 458 (7th Cir. 2024), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society announces Rikard & Protopapas as presenting sponsor for 2024 Light The Night Columbia event
October 2, 2024
The Midlands Region of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) has announced that Rikard & Protopapas has joined LLS’s 2024 Light The Night® campaign as this year’s Presenting Sponsor. Held…
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Laurens Police Department Postpones National Night Out Due to Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024
The Laurens Police Department, in partnership with public safety officials, has announced the postponement of its annual National Night Out originally scheduled for October 1, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene.…
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Navigating Intersections Safely After Hurricane Helene: Important Highway Protocol for Power Outages
September 30, 2024
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, communities across the Upstate are grappling with ongoing power outages, making it crucial to revisit some essential highway protocols for navigating intersections safely. With…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Michaela Weaver to Family Law team
September 30, 2024
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Michaela N. Weaver has joined the firm’s Family Law team as an associate in our Greenville, SC office. Michaela focuses her practice on family…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Lisa Hostetler Brown, LawyerLisa
September 26, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces state’s price gouging law in effect
September 26, 2024
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that the state’s law against price gouging is now in effect since Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency because of…
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Cal Watson and Molly Campolong honored for excellence by SC Lawyers Weekly
September 25, 2024
Two attorneys with Robinson Gray – Cal Watson and Molly Campolong – were honored by S.C. Lawyers Weekly at its annual “SC Excellence in Law” award banquet in Charleston. They…
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Paige Christopher joins Smith Robinson law firm
September 25, 2024
Attorney Paige Christopher has joined Smith Robinson law firm to practice in the area of general civil litigation. Paige earned her Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School…
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Jasmine Smith to chair Business Law committee with American Bar Association
September 24, 2024
Jasmine Smith of Robinson Gray law firm is the new chair of the Professional Responsibility Committee of the American Bar Association Business Law Section. She was officially named to the…
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A Legacy of Service: Clinton Police Chief Sonny Ledda Bids Farewell After Two Decades of Service in Law Enforcement
September 23, 2024
After a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Chief Socrates B. “Sonny” Ledda has announced his intention to retire from the Clinton Police Department, effective October 4, 2024. Chief Ledda’s…
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Midlands Technical College Police Chief graduates from FBI National Academy
September 23, 2024
Midlands Technical College Chief of Police Tim Martin has graduated as a member of the 291st session of the FBI National Academy. Chief Martin is the first police chief of…
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Green honored in list of Columbia’s “Best and Brightest”
September 18, 2024
Brendan Green, a partner at Richardson Thomas, is being honored in Columbia Business Monthly’s 2024 “Best & Brightest 35 and Under” special edition. He’s listed among 38 Columbia professionals working…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to Host Fist Bump Friday on September 27th
September 17, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is excited to bring back “Fist Bump Friday” on Friday, September 27th! This popular initiative, which began in September 2022, is designed to engage…
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Making School Threats Can Mean Facing Charges
September 17, 2024
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is aware of over 60 threats targeting schools throughout 23 counties since September 4, 2024. These threats are extremely serious and will be…
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SCDPS Encourages Car Seat Safety During Child Passenger Safety Week
September 16, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety will join state agencies across the country to raise awareness of child passenger safety during the annual Child Passenger Safety Week, which runs…
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Turner Padget welcomes Greenville-based Litigator
September 12, 2024
Turner Padget announced the addition of Ethan L. Jedziniak as a litigation associate. Jedziniak is a trial lawyer on Turner Padget’s Litigation Team in Greenville. Counseling clients that range from…
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Turner Padget welcomes Iman Hart as litigation associate
September 12, 2024
Turner Padget announced the addition of Iman A. Hart and as a litigation associate. Hart is part of Turner Padget’s nationally recognized Workplace Law Group and is based in Charleston.…
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Turner Padget shareholder selected for elite statewide diversity program
September 12, 2024
Turner Padget announced that shareholder Nickisha M. Woodward has been selected to participate in the Riley Institute’s intensive five-month Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) program. Woodward joins 41 other leaders from…
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Sarah Frierson named to 2024 ‘Best & Brightest 35 and Under’ list by Columbia Business Monthly
September 11, 2024
Columbia Business Monthly has named Sarah Frierson, an attorney with Robinson Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC, to its 2024 roster of the Best and Brightest community leaders under 35. The…
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Laurens Police Department to Celebrate National Night Out with Community Event
September 11, 2024
The Laurens Police Department is gearing up for its annual National Night Out, set to take place on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at the Laurens Public Square. The event, which…
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Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP welcomes new attorney to expanding team
September 10, 2024
Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP announced the addition of Chris Wray to its accomplished team of attorneys. Chris joins the firm with a focus on assisting clients in various transportation…
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Attorney John McCants joins Baker, Ravenel & Bender
September 10, 2024
John McCants, a civil litigation attorney who has practiced since 1988, has joined Baker, Ravenel and Bender, as a partner. His full range of practice includes construction litigation, insurance coverage,…
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Jury Duty Scam Resurfaces in Laurens County
September 7, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is warning residents about the resurgence of a familiar scam targeting local citizens. Scammers are calling individuals, falsely claiming to be employees of the…
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Collins & Lacy, P. C. welcomes Attorney Ty Zeigler
September 5, 2024
Collins & Lacy announced that Attorney Ty Zeigler has joined our growing team of lawyers at Collins & Lacy, P.C. A graduate of the University of South Carolina’s Joseph F.…
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Pope Flynn public finance attorney Lawrence Flynn appointed to Memory Hold the Door committee of South Carolina Bar
September 4, 2024
Lawrence Flynn, a public finance attorney and member of the management team with Pope Flynn, a Columbia-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has been appointed to…
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