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If you are in a car accident, you should always call 911 as soon as you can. By calling emergency services, you will get immediate medical assistance for yourself and anyone else who suffers injuries in the crash. You will also ensure that a police officer gets to…
If you drive a moped, you should know about an important change in South Carolina law. In May 2017, Governor Henry McMaster signed a bill that closes a loophole that once allowed moped drivers to avoid prosecution for driving under the influence (DUI). The law will take effect in November…
When Ed Anderson was a teenager in Chattanooga, he knew that he wanted to be a family-law attorney. His parents and grandparents taught him the importance of treating everyone as though they are members of his own family, and he took their advice to heart. Following the familial guidance he’d received,…
As a middle school student, Gary C. Lemel first developed his courtroom skills as a member of his school’s mock trial team. This fall, Gary gave back by serving as a volunteer attorney coach for the mock trial team at Fort Mill Middle School. In December, the team celebrated taking…
You have the right to remain silent- use it! Under our State and federal constitutions, you have a right not to answer questions from police and other law enforcement officers, but YOU must be the person to assert that right. Officers receive extensive training into how to get you…
If you have been thinking about making a guilty plea for a criminal charge the following may be one of the most important things you ever read. When you face a criminal charge, your first hearing will be an arraignment. Typically, a defendant will not enter a “guilty”…
Hiring someone to represent you is just the first step in what should be the development of a working relationship with your attorney. We at McKinney, Tucker and Lemel feel that the ongoing development of this relationship is a key factor in achieving a successful outcome for you. As…
Gather copies of all available financial documents. A top priority is proof of both your current income and your spouse’s current income, such as tax returns, recent paystubs, or banking records. The court will also need proof of the value of all marital property and the amount of any…