Don’t Fall for It—Here’s What to Know About the Ongoing DMV Text Scam
June 9, 2025
There’s no shortage of scams these days—from phishing emails to fake IRS calls—but one recent scheme has South Carolina residents especially on alert. The S.C. Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV)…
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Cool Treats and Safety IDs: Polar Patrol and KidPrint Event Coming to Laurens this Friday
June 9, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is bringing summer fun and family safety to the community this Friday, June 13, with a special Polar Patrol and KidPrint event at the South…
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Moore & Van Allen’s Charleston office earns Health Care law rankings in prestigious Chambers USA Legal Guide
June 6, 2025
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that Chambers and Partners ranked the firm’s South Carolina Health Care law practice as one of the top in the state. Additionally, Charles…
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Amber Glidewell named a 2025 Influential Woman of Law by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly
June 5, 2025
Cassidy Coates Price announced that Managing Partner Amber Glidewell has been named a 2025 Influential Woman of Law by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly. The award recognizes female attorneys who are…
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Cassidy Coates Price ranked in 2025 Chambers USA Guide
June 5, 2025
Cassidy Coates Price, P.A., located in Greenville, SC, announced that it has once again been recognized by Chambers & Partners in the 2025 Chambers USA Guide for its work in…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd practices and attorneys ranked prominently in Chambers and Partners USA 2025 Guide
June 5, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. has earned prominent recognition in the Chambers and Partners USA 2025 Guide. The firm maintained its Band 1 designation for banking and finance in South Carolina,…
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Governor Henry McMaster Announces Line Item Vetoes for FY 2025-2026 State Budget
June 4, 2025
Budget Includes 80% of Gov. McMaster’s Proposals Governor Henry McMaster today announced line item vetoes for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 state budget. The final budget includes a record 80% of…
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Griffin Humphries founders recognized in Super Lawyers in America 2025 Edition
June 3, 2025
Griffin Humphries founding members James M. Griffin and Badge Humphries are included in the 2025 edition of “Super Lawyers,” a peer-reviewed directory of the nation’s leading attorneys . James M.…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson asks Congress to pass concealed carry reciprocity resolution
June 1, 2025
Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a multi-state effort to encourage the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and create a framework for lawful concealed…
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J. Derrick Quattlebaum named 2025 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for ERISA litigation in Greenville
May 30, 2025
J. Derrick Quattlebaum, shareholder and General Counsel at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., has been recognized as a “Lawyer of the Year” for Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) litigation in…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images Bill Into Law
May 29, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette today were joined by members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 3058, which establishes new criminal…
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Will Johnson named SCEDA’s 2025 Ally of the Year
May 29, 2025
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) has named Will Johnson, a shareholder at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., as its 2025 Ally of the Year. The Ally of the Year…
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Moore Bradley Myers names two new partners
May 29, 2025
Moore Bradley Myers names two as firm partners: Sierra Carini Hartley and Emily E. Collins. Sierra Carini Hartley practices in the areas of Insurance Defense, Medical Malpractice Defense, Civil Litigation and Personal Injury. Sierra is a…
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Civil litigation firm Motley Rice expands Philadelphia footprint with the addition of three attorneys
May 28, 2025
Motley Rice LLC announced that Joshua M. Neuman joined the firm as senior counsel and Josey M. Richards and Alexandra A. Stulpin joined as associates at Three Logan Square in…
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Clinton Police Issue Public Safety Alert, Urge Residents to Join the 9 P.M. Routine
May 28, 2025
In light of a recent rise in vehicle break-ins, the Clinton Police Department is encouraging residents to take part in the 9 P.M. Routine—a simple, nightly habit proven to help…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Landmark Tort Reform and Liquor Liability Bill Into Law
May 28, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette were joined today by members of the General Assembly and the business community for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 3430,…
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Luke Carter joins United Way of Florence County Board of Directors
May 28, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. associate Luke Carter has been appointed to the United Way of Florence County Board of Directors. The United Way of Florence County funds 30 programs through…
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New South Carolina Law Requires Seatbelts for Children in Golf Carts
May 27, 2025
A new South Carolina law aimed at protecting children on public roadways now requires that all passengers under age 12 wear seatbelts while riding in golf carts. The law, which…
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SC Department of Public Safety Invites Public Comment as Part of National Accreditation Review
May 21, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety seeks to maintain the standards of the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). In order to meet and exceed these standards,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Demands Accountability from Chinese Messaging App WeChat about Fentanyl Trafficking, Money Laundering
May 19, 2025
Attorney General Alan Wilson and five bipartisan attorneys general today demanded accountability from WeChat over concerns that the Chinese messaging app is a key enabler of fentanyl trafficking and illegal…
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Ben Alexander named 2025 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Professional Malpractice Law in Greenville
May 19, 2025
The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® has named Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. shareholder J. Ben Alexander “Lawyer of the Year” for Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants in Greenville, South Carolina.…
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Not Perfect, But Progress: What the New SC Liquor Liability Law Means for You
May 19, 2025
By Diane Hardy, Executive Director of the Mom and Pop Alliance of SC It’s a Wrap! The 2024-2025 SC legislative Session is officially over. It has been one long and…
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SCDPS Launches ‘Buckle Up, South Carolina’ Campaign Ahead of 100 Deadly Days of Summer
May 18, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS), along with law enforcement partners statewide are joining the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) national seat belt enforcement mobilization by kicking…
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Will Johnson named 2025 SCEDA Ally Award recipient
May 15, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that shareholder Will Johnson received the 2025 South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) Ally Award at the association’s annual meeting today in Myrtle Beach, South…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd expands Toxic Tort Practice with attorney Dalton Barfield
May 14, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. is growing its litigation team with the addition of associate D. Dalton Barfield to the firm’s Greenville office. Dalton focuses on toxic tort and products liability…
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Recognizing Local Heroes: Peace Officer Memorial Day in Laurens County
May 14, 2025
On Thursday, May 15, communities across the nation will pause to observe Peace Officer Memorial Day—a solemn day to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of law enforcement officers who…
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SC Supreme Court Upholds Six-Week Abortion Ban in Major Ruling
May 14, 2025
In a ruling with far-reaching implications, the South Carolina Supreme Court has upheld the state’s Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act, which prohibits most abortions once cardiac activity is…
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Bailey Law Firm, L.L.C.
May 12, 2025
Bailey Law Firm, L.L.C. is a trusted law firm based in Columbia, SC, proudly representing clients throughout South Carolina. We focus on Civil Rights, Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, and Civil…
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Fisher Phillips’ Columbia office grows number of Certified Specialists in Labor & Employment Law
May 12, 2025
Sheila Abron the Latest Attorney in South Carolina to Earn Title Sheila Abron, partner in Fisher Phillips’ Columbia office, is the latest attorney to be certified as a Specialist in…
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Jail & Bail 2025: Let’s Raise the Bar (and the Bail) for Laurens County Kids!
May 12, 2025
Get ready to rally, Laurens County! The wildly popular Jail & Bail fundraiser is making its return on Friday, May 16, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at The Plaza…
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South Carolina Passes Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Act: A New Era in Combating the Opioid Crisis
May 12, 2025
On May 8, 2025, the South Carolina General Assembly passed Senate Bill 156, known as the Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Act. This legislation establishes a new felony offense for individuals who unlawfully…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Rob Tiro named to Upcountry History Museum board of directors
May 12, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., announced that Rob Tiro, an associate in the firm’s Greenville office, has been appointed to the board of directors of the Upcountry History Museum for a…
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South Carolina Passes Liquor Liability Reform to Support Hospitality Industry
May 9, 2025
In the final hours of the legislative session, South Carolina lawmakers came together to pass a long-awaited liquor liability reform bill, delivering critical relief to the state’s hospitality industry. The…
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South Carolina Hands-Free Driving Bill Headed to Governor’s Desk After Legislative Approval
May 9, 2025
South Carolina is one step closer to joining the majority of U.S. states with hands-free driving laws. The “South Carolina Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act” has passed both chambers of…
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Brewer Law Firm, LLC
May 5, 2025
Welcome to Brewer Law Firm, your premier choice for legal solutions in Mount Pleasant, SC. Our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys and personal injury lawyers is committed to protecting…
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Dorchester County announces Notary Public Commission enrollment now available at Summerville location
May 1, 2025
Residents of Dorchester County can now conveniently enroll their Notary Public Commission at the Clerk of Court’s Office, Family Court Division, located at 212 Deming Way, Summerville. Residents can continue…
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FordHarrison adds associates across numerous offices
May 1, 2025
FordHarrison LLP, one of the country’s largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announced that the firm added seven associates to offices throughout the U.S. including Berkeley…
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McDaniel listed among Influential Women of Law honorees
April 30, 2025
Burnette Shutt & McDaniel co-founder Kathleeen McDaniel is among this year’s recipients of South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s “Influential Women of Law” award. The annual program recognizes attorneys for their service…
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6 Turner Padget shareholders named top in state by Super Lawyers
April 29, 2025
Turner Padget announces the inclusion of six of its attorneys among South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2025. Shareholders Richard S. Dukes, Jr., Catherine H. Kennedy, Lanneau Wm. Lambert, Jr., and Franklin G. Shuler are named…
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Bluestein, Newton and Sullivan all recognized again by SC Super Lawyers in 2025
April 29, 2025
A tradition of excellence was again recognized this year by South Carolina Super Lawyers®, as three partners at Bluestein Attorneys made the rating service’s 2025 list: • Marti Bluestein, who…
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Seven from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in 2025 Super Lawyers
April 29, 2025
Seven attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, including all the firm’s partners, are listed in the 2025 edition of “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars.” The seven also are honored in…
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Eight Parker Law Group attorneys recognized by S.C. Super Lawyers for 2025
April 29, 2025Six Parker Law Group attorneys were named to the 2025 South Carolina Super Lawyers list, while two others made the rating service’s annual “Rising Stars” list. Here are the six…
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Carroll included in latest edition of “Super Lawyers”
April 29, 2025
ROCK HILL, SC – Beverly A. Carroll, an attorney at Morton & Gettys, is included in the latest list of South Carolina “Super Lawyers,” marking the sixth consecutive year she…
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Barnes Alford attorneys recognized in 2025 edition of “South Carolina Super Lawyers”
April 29, 2025
Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Emily Collins Brown, Jeffrey D. Hopkins, and Creasie Parrott…
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Two SMITH | ROBINSON attorneys honored by S.C. Super Lawyers for 2025
April 29, 2025
South Carolina Super Lawyers has honored two members of SMITH | ROBINSON law firm, Murrell Smith and Shanon Peake, in its 2025 lists. Smith was named to the latest list…
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SC Super Lawyers 2025 honors 19 Robinson Gray attorneys
April 29, 2025
An even dozen attorneys with Robinson Gray law firm were named to the 2025 South Carolina Super Lawyers list. Among them, Member Betsy Gray was once again singled out for…
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South Carolina Super Lawyers recognizes five Callison Tighe attorneys for 2025
April 29, 2025
Five Callison Tighe & Robinson attorneys have been recognized by South Carolina Super Lawyers® for 2025. These attorneys continue to bring distinction to the firm, each having been recognized in…
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Collins & Lacy and Lewis Blain joins forces: a perfect combination of values, vision, and momentum
April 23, 2025
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that, effective April 21, 2025, it has joined forces with Lewis Blain. With offices in Columbia and Charleston, Lewis Blain is a boutique litigation firm…
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Robinson Gray’s Stringfellow receives law school’s Silver Compleat Lawyer Award
April 18, 2025
La’Jessica Stringfellow, an associate attorney at Robinson Gray law firm, was honored with the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law’s Silver Compleat Lawyer Award. She was…
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USC Law School gives alumnus Jon Robinson Gold Compleat Lawyer Award
April 18, 2025
Jonathan M. Robinson, the managing member of SMITH | ROBINSON law firm, was honored with the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law’s Gold Compleat Lawyer Award.…
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