Law

A pair of former Columbia bar owners have been arrested on tax evasion charges. Rodney Antonio Jones and Robert Al Marion Johnson each face up to $10,000 in fines and/or 5 years in prison per charge. … Read More

Though the money may be less than in a bigger city and the populations smaller, small-town practices offer advantages such as more varied career opportunities and a deeper connection with clients, some attorneys say. … Read More

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. … Read More

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. … Read More

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. … Read More