Monthly Archives: December 2022
Dangerous Gas Station? Inadequate Security? 21-Year-Old Demarques Rascoe-McCallum Shot and Killed at Sun House Gas Station in Horry County, SC
21-year-old Demarques Rascoe-McCallum of Green Sea was shot dead at the Sun House gas station on South Highway 905 in Longs, South Carolina. There are other victims involved. Horry County Police are investigating the incident. What Can Businesses Do to Combat the Violence? Legal contributor Attorney Brian Mickelsen, an experienced wrongful death lawyer, has… Read More »
Inadequate Security? Man Shot Multiple Times During Fight Outside Friends of Ponce Bar in Atlanta, GA
Shots rang out outside a bar in Atlanta, Georgia, known as Friends of Ponce on 736 Ponce De Leon Ave NE in Atlanta. The shooting occurred around 2:30 am on December 7. The victim was shot twice in the legs and transported to Grady Memorial Hospital. The victim’s identity has not been revealed. There… Read More »
Negligent Security? Marcelles Williams, Jr., 16, and 18-Year-Olds Jahyron Willis and Tyshun Williams Shot and Killed at West Club Apartments in Macon, GA
Three teenagers were killed, and a fourth is in critical condition after a shooting at West Club Apartments located at 159 Steven Dr. in Bibb County, Georgia. The shooting happened overnight on Tuesday, December 6. Police are still investigating what led to this tragic shooting. The West Club Apartments have a 3.4/5 rating on… Read More »
Dangerous Motel? Bethany Carol Bennett Fatally Shot at Siesta Motel in Ridgeland, South Carolina
WSAV reports that on Saturday, December 3, officers responded to the Siesta Motel located on the 10500 block of South Jacob Smart Boulevard and found a woman suffering from a gunshot wound and a man with a knife wound. Police believe that two separate altercations occurred. Bennett cut Jamia Michael Douglas Almodoval, and then… Read More »
Dangerous Mall? Negligent Security? 31-Year-Old Corey Brooks Shot and Killed at Pointe South Shopping Center in Jonesboro, GA
Local news reports a deadly shooting at Pointe South Shopping Center on Hwy. 85. The shooting occurred on Friday, December 2, 2022, in the afternoon. Andre Bullock, 38, was taken into custody for the shooting. Brooks is the nephew of Riverdale Mayor Evelyn Wynn-Dixon. Police are still investigating what led to the incident. Shootings… Read More »
Lack of Security? Jason Edward Kinsfather, 49, Shot and Killed at 7-Eleven in Portland, Oregon
Local news reports that Jason Edward Kinsfather was shot and killed in a 7-Eleven parking lot at 11549 NE Glenn Widing Drive in the Parkrose neighborhood. At this time, it is unclear what led to the shooting. Police are still investigating the incident. A man who lives behind the 7-Eleven, in a tent, told… Read More »
What To Do After a Hit and Run in Charleston
Being involved in a hit and run accident is a traumatic experience. Not only are you left dealing with the damage to your vehicle, but you may also be dealing with injuries, both physical and psychological. The aftermath of a hit and run can be overwhelming, but it’s important to know what to do… Read More »
Common Back Injuries After a Car Accident
A back injury is one of the most common injuries sustained in a car accident. Unfortunately, these types of injuries can be extremely painful and debilitating, often leading to long-term problems. While there are many different types of back injuries that can occur, there are some that are more common than others. Here’s what… Read More »
Is South Carolina a No-Fault State?
When most people think of personal injury law, they likely think of cases where one party is responsible for paying for the injuries they caused another person. That’s not how it works in a no-fault state. However, South Carolina does not follow the no fault model, so it’s important to determine who was responsible… Read More »
How is Fault Determined in a Multi-Car Accident?
The reality is that multi-car accidents – or chain reaction car accidents – can be complex. Often, there is more than one driver that is at least partially at fault. However, there are some key facts that can help determine who is most responsible for the accident, and ultimately, who should be held liable… Read More »