Month: April 2020

How are large jury awards decided for motor vehicle accidents?

On Behalf of George B. Bishop, Jr. PA | Apr 24, 2020 | Personal Injury

Courts typically decide awards based on the cause of an accident. As described by the South Carolina Bar, a jury in a civil trial reviews evidence and hears each party's testimony. Jurors then determine fault and award damages based on the injuries incurred. Under...

College and university consequences for a DUI

On Behalf of George B. Bishop, Jr. PA | Apr 8, 2020 | Dui/dwi

A DUI arrest or conviction in South Carolina can carry with it not only legal consequences, but further disciplinary action from a college or university if the person is a student there. Most institutions of higher education have policies regarding student conduct....