Criminal Defense, Family
How Does Divorce Affect My Social Security Benefits in South Carolina? During divorce proceedings in South Carolina, the parties typically focus on the division of property and assets, alimony payments and child custody arrangements. One aspect they may overlook — which can have significant long-term financial implications — is how divorce impacts Social Security (SS) […]
Have you noticed a recurring sign of parental alienation? Being alienated from your child due to the actions of another parent can have a long-lasting negative impact on you, your child and your relationship. Even during or after a divorce, your former spouse should not malign your character in front of your child and should stick […]
Few events in life can be as stressful and traumatic as a divorce. Along with riding an emotional roller coaster, you face significant legal and family consequences. During a divorce, it is essential to have an experienced divorce lawyer who can help you navigate this uncertain time and achieve the outcome you deserve. To determine […]
All states have adoption laws in place to aid and protect children, birth guardians and adoptive families throughout the entire legal process. As a South Carolina adoption attorney, one part of Lauren Taylor’s job is ensuring you are knowledgeable of these laws, and that your adoption will meet all of the state of South Carolina’s […]
While many couples have strong reasons for wanting to get married, others have strong reasons for not wanting to tie the knot legally. In some cases, it may be due to biases against the institution itself, or practical reasons, such as the existence of a trust fund or other benefits that would be lost unless […]
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces federal laws that protect Americans from workplace discrimination. However, those rules and their enforcement vary between states. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations in South Carolina give employees access to official complaints, investigations and lawsuits. Employment discrimination is prohibited by the South Carolina Human Affairs Law. According to […]
When you and your spouse decide to end your marriage, one of you may be responsible for paying the other one alimony. Alimony is a payment one spouse makes to the other when they end their marriage. South Carolina family judges have the final say on who has to pay alimony and how much of it. […]
Ending a marriage is difficult. You may feel frustrated, regretful and sad. Once you and your spouse decide you are done, getting your divorce taken care of quickly and with as little drama as possible is often your top priority. You should understand the steps to getting a divorce in South Carolina before you file. […]
You know you want a divorce, and you are ready to leave your marriage. Yet you worry about your child. You want them to come with you, but if you leave your husband or wife, can you take your child? The short answer is no — you can’t just take your child with you when […]
The process of divorce is stressful for anyone. But in many ways, divorce can be harder on men, who may not be accustomed to seeking emotional support. Finding outlets for their frustration and fears can prove challenging. If you are a man struggling with expressing your feelings and disappointments after a failed marriage, you should […]
