Category Archives: Wrongful Death
Greenville E-Scooter Death Exposes a Gap in South Carolina Law
Early on Thursday, September 24th, 2026, a northbound car struck a person riding an electric scooter on South Pleasantburg Drive near I-85 in Greenville. The rider died at the scene, according to FOX Carolina, and state troopers described the scooter as being illegally in the roadway. The car’s driver was not injured. That detail… Read More »
Father Drowns Saving His Children at Hunting Island: A Lowcountry Reminder About Rip Currents and Wrongful Death Claims
On July 4, 2026, a North Carolina father drowned at Hunting Island State Park in Beaufort County while trying to save his two young children from a rip current, an event that struck close to home for Charleston-area families who spend summer weekends at Lowcountry beaches just up the coast. How the Tragedy Unfolded… Read More »
OnStar Offers Settlement for Wrongful Death Lawsuit in South Carolina
On May 27th, 2026, WMBF News reported that OnStar had offered a South Carolina family a confidential settlement in connection to an elderly woman’s death. The emergency response service had faced allegations of failing to protect the victim from her kidnapper. If you believe OnStar or any other vehicle emergency service failed to protect… Read More »
Convenience Store Owner Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit in South Carolina
On June 2nd, 2026, a convenience store owner was found not guilty of murder by a Richland County Courthouse. Days later, the family of the victim decided to sue the individual for wrongful death in South Carolina. What if your family member was shot by a convenience store owner? Can you also file a… Read More »
Fire Department Sued for Fatal Fire Truck Crash in South Carolina
When the average driver sees a fire truck approaching, they know to pull over and get out of the way. But what happens if you have no time to react? What if a speeding fire truck strikes you at full speed, perhaps without even activating its lights and sirens? In this type of situation,… Read More »
Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit After South Carolina Stabbing
Although shootings at restaurants and bars in South Carolina generate considerable media buzz, stabbings are often overlooked in comparison. The family of a woman slain by a man with a knife wants to ensure accountability by drawing attention to the incident. They claim that the stabbing never would have happened if the bar owner… Read More »
Multiple Drownings Reported in South Carolina
In the space of about a week, multiple victims have drowned in South Carolina. These incidents occurred at beaches, lakes, and pools, and they highlight the safety issues associated with swimming in virtually any body of water. If you have lost a loved one to a drowning incident in South Carolina, you might want… Read More »
South Carolina Family Receives Almost $1 Million After Filing Wrongful Death Claim
In late December of 2026, Live 5 WCSC reported that a family in South Carolina had received almost $1 million for a wrongful death lawsuit involving a botched medical procedure. The payout reminds us that when families suffer preventable deaths, they at least have a legal avenue through which to pursue compensation. If you… Read More »
DUI Golf Cart Wrongful Death Lawsuit Reaches Final Settlement in South Carolina
A wrongful death lawsuit in South Carolina that captured the nation’s attention has finally come to a close, with the deceased victim’s widower accepting a financial settlement. This case stems from a fatal DUI golf cart accident that occurred immediately after the victim’s wedding. What can you do if your loved one also died… Read More »
Can I File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Road Rage Death in South Carolina?
Recent studies show that South Carolina has some of the highest rates of road rage in the country. A significant percentage of drivers in this state have been verbally harassed, physically attacked, or threatened by aggressive individuals. Sometimes, these incidents can end with fatalities, especially when guns are involved. Can a road rage death… Read More »