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Class action lawsuits are on the rise
Research shows that class action lawsuits are increasing across the nation and in the Carolinas, though experts say not all of the suits, which can be resource-intensive and high-risk, are meritorious.
Mediation gaining popularity in dispute resolutions
The mediation process allows S.C. residents to resolve legal matters from probate to divorce issues without going to court. It is mandatory in all 46 counties in circuit and family court matters, with limited exceptions.
Medical marijuana bill gives employers much to hash out
The bill would allow qualified patients to purchase and use small amounts of marijuana for medical purposes. It would also prohibit employers from discriminating against employees based on their status as authorized marijuana users.
Compleat Lawyer Awards presented to 9 USC alumni
The University of South Carolina presents the annual awards to its School of Law alumni in recognition of professional and civic achievement. The recipients included 4 Columbia attorneys.
Alabama firm completes acquisition of McNair
Burr & Forman's acquisition of McNair Law Firm gives the Birmingham firm 19 law offices in eight states. McNair's Carolina offices will operate as Burr Forman McNair for 2 years.
S.C. Supreme Court upholds Condon appointment at Santee Cooper
The high court held that Gov. Henry McMaster has the authority to appoint former S.C. Attorney General Charlie Condon as interim board chair of Santee Cooper. The state Senate can confirm or reject Condon's appointment in January.
Alabama-based Burr & Forman to acquire McNair
The combination of law practices will create a firm with more than 350 legal and business professionals in eight states. McNair attorneys and employees will join Burr & Forman effective Jan. 1, 2019.
Marion tobacco store owner charged with tax evasion
Adbu Saleh faces three counts of tax evasion after underreporting more than $1.1 million in sales, according to the S.C. Department of Revenue.
SCANA: Judge asks for orders calling BLRA unconstitutional
SCANA confirmed that S.C. Circuit Court Judge John Hayes asked lawyers for both sides of a class action lawsuit to draft orders containing language saying the Base Load Review Act, a 2007 state law, violates the S.C. Constitution.
Law pioneer Leverette dies at 98
Sarah Leverette was the first female faculty member at the University of South Carolina School of Law and its third female graduate.
Printing company settles fraud claims for $50M
Rock Hill-based 3D printing company 3D Systems agreed to pay shareholders $50M to settle claims that the company's management made false statements.
SCE&G files emergency motion for injunction
The utility has asked the U.S. Court of Appeals to halt a temporary 15% rate cut mandated by state regulators that is scheduled to begin with August's first billing cycle.
