Emma T. Dean named South Carolina Bar Executive Director
December 7, 2022
Columbia attorney Emma T. Dean has been named executive director of the South Carolina Bar. A member of the South Carolina Bar for 16 years, Dean most recently has served…
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LCSO Making Christmas Happen for Hundreds of Kids
December 7, 2022
Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) staff and volunteers served as Santa’s helpers on Monday. The shopping spree at the Laurens Walmart was part of the LCSO Christmas for Kids program.…
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Joanna-Woodson Fifth Graders Complete D.A.R.E. Curriculum
December 5, 2022
Fifth grade students at Joanna-Woodson Elementary recently participated in the DARE program provided by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office. D.A.R.E. is a police officer-led curriculum that teaches children from kindergarten through…
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LPD Inaugural Coffee with a Cop Held at Courthouse Coffee
December 5, 2022
The Laurens Police Department held their inaugural “Coffee with a Cop” event on Monday, December 5. “We look forward to more opportunities to interact with the community and hear about…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces multistate settlement with CarMax over the disclosure of safety recalls
December 5, 2022
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced a $1 million multistate settlement with CarMax Auto Superstores, Inc., and 35 attorneys general that will require CarMax to disclose open (unrepaired) recalls…
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Free legal assistance available to Hurricane Ian survivors in South Carolina
December 2, 2022
A toll-free legal aid hotline is available to South Carolina victims of storm-related damage as a result of Hurricane Ian in the recently declared disaster areas of Charleston, Georgetown and…
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Attorney Michael Parks joins Samuels Reynolds Law Firm
December 1, 2022
The Samuels Reynolds Law Firm announced that Attorney Michael Parks has joined the firm. Parks received his bachelor’s degree in Finance, Insurance and Risk Management from the University of South…
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Blair Cato Pickren Casterline, LLC attorney Cynthia Durham Blair commissioned as first electronic notary in South Carolina
December 1, 2022
Blair Cato Pickren Casterline, LLC announced that Cynthia Durham Blair, a founding owner, and attorney in the firm’s Columbia office, has been commissioned as the first electronic notary in South…
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SC Bar highlights two Columbia lawyers providing pro bono legal services for refugees in need
November 30, 2022The SC Bar shares the story of Dan Ward and Dayton Riddle, two associates in Parker Poe’s Columbia office, who are providing pro bono legal services to help Afghan…
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Johnson, Toal & Battiste, PA recognize for inclusion in U.S. News – Best Law Firms In America©
November 21, 2022
Columbia Attorney’s I.S. Leevy Johnson, Luther Battiste and George Johnson of Johnson, Toal & Battiste, PA were recently selected for inclusion in U.S. News Best Law Firms in America©. Johnson,…
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LPD Welcomes New Corporal
November 20, 2022
Laurens Police Department is excited to announce the newest member of the Laurens Police Department, Corporal Eric Center. Cpl. Center was born and raised in Greenville County and is a 2010…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Fights Attempt to Shutter South Carolina’s Faith-Based Foster Agencies
November 20, 2022
Lawsuit Threatens S.C. Foster Children, Religious Liberty In a new filing, Governor Henry McMaster called upon the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina to protect the state’s…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes three new associates
November 16, 2022Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Alexandra “Alex” C. Glunt, Jennie J. Steiner and Rob Tiro have joined the firm. Alex Glunt is based in the Columbia office and practices…
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Nelson Mullins in Columbia welcomes James E. Smith, Jr.
November 16, 2022
Former member of the S.C. House of Representatives, combat veteran, and experienced litigator James E. Smith, Jr. has joined Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in its Columbia, S.C. office as a…
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Nelson Mullins Partner Giles Schanen elected president of S.C. Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association
November 16, 2022
Giles M. Schanen Jr., a partner in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP’s Greenville office, was elected president of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association (SCDTAA) at the association’s…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces SC is part of $3.1 Billion settlement with Walmart over opioid epidemic allegations
November 15, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that he has reached a settlement with Walmart to resolve allegations that the company contributed to the opioid addiction crisis by failing to appropriately…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces SC is part of historic Google settlement over location tracking practices
November 14, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that South Carolina, along with 39 other attorneys general, has reached a $391.5 million multistate settlement with Google over its location tracking practices relating…
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LCSO K9 Abel to be Featured on WSPA for First Responder Friday
November 14, 2022
Friday is First Responder Friday. Fred Cunningham with WSPA recently came to Laurens County to meet K9 Abel and his handler and learn about the important work they do. K9…
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Laurens Police Sergeant Receives Lifesaver Award
November 10, 2022
Recently Chief Grounsell awarded Sgt. Andrew Spillers with the Laurens Police Department Lifesaver Award. Spillers received the award for his quick response and action at the scene of vehicle that…
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David King appointed South Carolina Representative to American Chamber of Commerce in Italy
November 8, 2022
Adams and Reese Senior Policy Advisor David King has been appointed as “Local Representative for the State of South Carolina” by the American Chamber (AmCham) of Commerce in Italy Board of Directors.…
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SMITH | ROBINSON Law Firm named U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” 2023
November 8, 2022
National ranking highlights South Carolina law firm SMITH | ROBINSON Law Firm announced it has earned ranking in the annual U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” for 2023. “It…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces settlement with Experian-owned company over customer who stole sensitive personal information
November 7, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced a multistate settlement with Experian Data Corp (“EDC”) for failing to warn affected consumers after it learned that an identity thief was posing as…
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Richardson Thomas again honored in ‘Best Law Firms’ for representation of personal injury plaintiffs
November 7, 2022
Best Law Firms in America has recognized Richardson Thomas, LLC, in both Columbia and Augusta in the new 2023 edition. The firm received top rankings in both cities for its…
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SMITH | ROBINSON Law Firm Named U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” 2023
November 7, 2022
National ranking highlights South Carolina law firm SMITH | ROBINSON Law Firm announced it has earned ranking in the annual U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” for 2023.…
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For 2023, Bluestein Attorneys again listed in top metro tier of Best Law Firms
November 7, 2022
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers in America® have named Bluestein Attorneys as one of the top law firms in three practice areas in the Columbia area in…
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Lourie Law Firm honored among Best Law Firms in Columbia for 2023
November 7, 2022
Lourie Law Firm is being honored in Columbia in the new 2023 edition of Best Law Firms in America. The firm was recognized in Tier 1 for its work in…
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LCSO Sergeant Recognized for Saving a Life
November 7, 2022
Sergeant Amanda Alexander of the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) was recently recognized by Governor McMaster for saving a life by administering the overdose reversal drug naloxone in an emergency…
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K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomes new hires
November 4, 2022
K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomed seven new associates to the office: Mr. David Caughran joins the Charleston office as an associate in the firm’s Corporate/M&A practice group. Prior to joining…
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Attorney Evan M. Gessner joins Collins & Lacy
November 3, 2022
Attorney Evan M. Gessner has joined Collins & Lacy’s Columbia office as Special Counsel in the Retail & Hospitality practice group. Prior to joining Collins & Lacy, Gessner served in…
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SC Supreme Court appoints Lisle Traywick to Commission on CLE and Specialization
November 3, 2022
The Supreme Court of South Carolina has appointed Lisle Traywick, an attorney at Robinson Gray law firm, to serve on the Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization. The Commission…
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Morton & Gettys earns two Tier 1 honors in “Best Law Firms in America”
November 3, 2022
ROCK HILL, SC – Morton & Gettys has earned Tier 1 ratings in the practice areas of Real Estate Law and Trust and Estates Law in the just-released 2023 edition…
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Burnette Shutt & McDaniel earns 5 top-tier honors in “Best Law Firms”
November 3, 2022
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has earned Tier One honors in two employment law practice areas, in employee benefits litigation and in civil rights law and mediation in the just-released addition…
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Best Law Firms again honors Callison Tighe and Robinson in six practice areas
November 3, 2022
Callison Tighe & Robinson has been recognized in six practice areas in the 2023 edition of Best Law Firms in America. This is the firm’s 13th year in a row…
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Robinson Gray cited in 12 practice areas in top tier of Best Law Firms 2023
November 3, 2022
Robinson Gray has been honored in 22 practice areas in the 2023 edition of “Best Law Firms,” a U.S. News/Best Lawyers® publication that recognizes the top practices in the nation.…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized as a 2023 “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®
November 3, 2022
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd has been named a top-tier firm by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® in its 2023 “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 13th consecutive year. The firm earned…
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Laurens Police Department Congratulates Officers on Promotions
November 2, 2022
Laurens Police Department (LPD) recently promoted several officers. LPD Chief Grounsell and the entire department congratulates the following officers on their promotions: Kevin Cox on his promotion to Administrative Captain…
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LCSO Trunk or Treat Serves Up Treats for Kids
November 1, 2022
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office held their annual Trunk or Treat and judging the by the crowd it was a huge success. The weather held off and an estimated 1,000…
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Middle school students prepare for 2022 Regional SC Bar Mock Trial competitions events to be held in Columbia, Georgetown and Lexington on Nov. 5
November 1, 2022
Twenty-eight middle schools from across the state will compete in the 22nd annual SC Bar Regional Middle School Mock Trial competition on from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 5.…
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Babcock joins Richardson Thomas
November 1, 2022
Grace Babcock, a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, has joined Richardson Thomas. She will practice personal injury including motor vehicle crashes, serious injuries, wrongful death,…
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Laurens Police Dept. Seeks Community Support for K9 Grant Program
October 26, 2022
The Aftermath K9 Grant will award a total of $15,000 in grants to the top eight (8) agencies to create or maintain a K9 unit, purchase safety equipment, or support…
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SC Bar highlights Goings Law Firm for their $100,000 donation to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance
October 26, 2022
The SC Bar highlights the Goings Law Firm of Columbia for its charitable $100,000 donation to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. The firm served as the presenting sponsor for the Bottoms…
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The SC Bar Pro Bono Program holds a wills clinic for veterans and first responders
October 25, 2022
The South Carolina Bar’s Pro Bono Program is holding a wills clinic for veterans and first responders as part of the Celebrate Pro Bono Week on Wednesday, October 26, from…
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Early Voting Starts and Deadline for Mail Absentee Ballot Application is Friday
October 24, 2022
Early voting started today and the deadline for mail absentee ballot application is Friday, October 28. Here is what you need to know about Early Voting and Absentee Voting. Early…
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Keeping Laurens County Clean One Road at a Time
October 24, 2022
The Laurens County inmate litter crew cleaned up 35,920 pounds of trash this past month. As a result of their work, the following roads were cleaned: Riverfork Road (2 days)…
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Governor McMaster Directs Crackdown on Shady Bail Bond Activities
October 21, 2022
Today, Governor McMaster announced that the South Carolina Department of Insurance (DOI) has issued an order designed to crack down on bail bondsmen who fail to report a criminal defendant’s…
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McKay Firm continues to grow Civil Litigation team
October 21, 2022
The McKay Firm is continuing to grow their Civil Litigation team with the hire of new Associate, Wesley Harkness. Wesley practices in the areas of Trucking and Transportation Defense, Premises…
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LCSO Partners with DHEC and District 55 to Launch Handle with Care Initiative
October 20, 2022
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce a partnership with DHEC and Laurens County School District 55 to kickoff the Handle with Care initiative. Handle with Care is…
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Historic Soapstone Church and grounds permanently protected
October 20, 2022The six-acre property home to the historic Soapstone Baptist Church in Pickens County has been permanently protected through a conservation easement. In addition to the church’s leadership, partners instrumental in…
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Laurens Police Department Launches Coalition of Local Businesses to Combat Nuisance Conduct
October 19, 2022
Law Enforcement & Business Coalition (LEBC) Against Nuisance Conduct Unwanted individuals on the property can be extremely damaging to any business- including the bottom line and brand imaging. These individuals…
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Nexsen Pruet earns diversity, equity, and inclusion certification
October 18, 2022
Diversity Lab announced today that Nexsen Pruet has achieved Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certification. All Mansfield-certified firms have completed a 12-month collaboration with Diversity Lab with built-in measurement, transparency, and accountability.…
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