28 June

Sticky

How Do Immigrants Seek Asylum?

Each year, the U.S. approves thousands of applications for asylum, giving people from all over the world a chance to start a new life free from fear of persecution and torture. (Read more about asylum on our blog here.) Individuals seeking asylum in the U.S. due to persecution or credible fear of persecution in their home country have three ways three ways to obtain asylum protection in the U.S. Let’s look at each one in turn. ...

15 June

0 Comments

Sticky

What is Asylum for Immigrants?

in Blog, Immigration Law

“Asylum” in the legal sense is a process in which a person who believes their life is in danger due to circumstances in their own country can seek protection and refuge in another country. In the U.S., asylum is often a long and difficult legal process which can be complicated by cultural and political issues. However, it is a worthwhile process for many, as each year tens of thousands of people are granted asylum in the U.S. and are legally allowed to stay and build a life free from fear and persecution. Here’s what you need to know about seeking...

02 June

0 Comments

Sticky

Is Carpal Tunnel a Workplace Injury?

in Blog, Workers' Compensation

Is carpal tunnel considered a workplace injury that is covered under workers’ compensation in South Carolina? Yes, it can be. Here’s what to know about whether carpal tunnel, or, more correctly, carpal tunnel syndrome, is considered a workplace injury that’s eligible for compensation....

30 May

0 Comments

Sticky

How Many Semi-Truck Accidents Occur Per Year?

in Blog, Personal Injury

Approximately 200,000 semi-trucks (aka tractor-trailers or 18-wheelers) are involved in accidents on U.S. roads every year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). But what’s behind the numbers? How deadly are semi-truck accidents? The statistics below look at data for the year 2020 (the most recent year for which these stats are available) and can be found in the NHTSA’s Traffic Safety Facts Annual Report; find the tables referenced below here. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, or IIHS, also has a good, more readable overview of the NHTSA data here...

25 May

0 Comments

Sticky

What Is a Drug Offense?

in Blog, Criminal Law

A drug offense is a criminal offense related to controlled substances. A drug offense may involve possession, manufacture, distribution, trafficking, or related activity of a controlled substance. Examples of some common drug charges include actual or constructive possession, possession with intent to distribute, and drug trafficking....

22 May

0 Comments

Sticky

What Is a Non-Violent Drug Offense?

in Blog, Criminal Law

A non-violent drug offense is a drug offense that does not involve violence or the threat of violence. Examples of non-violent drug offenses include simple possession of a controlled substance, drug possession with intent to distribute, or drug trafficking. Although “non-violent drug offense” sounds less serious than a “violent drug offense,” and it often is, a conviction can still carry serious penalties in South Carolina including hefty fines and prison time. Here’s what you need to know about non-violent drug offenses in South Carolina....

18 April

0 Comments

Sticky

How to File for a Green Card After Marriage?

in Blog, Immigration Law

Getting a Green Card, or a Permanent Resident Card, after marrying an American citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR, or Green Card holder) is not as easy as some movies would have you believe. A foreign national is not automatically entitled to a Green Card after marriage but must go through a costly and paperwork-heavy process that can take anywhere from several months to a few years from start to finish.That’s the bad news. The good news is that immediate relatives of U.S. citizens, including spouses, have priority over other categories of eligible Green Card applicants, and there’s no cap...

02 March

0 Comments

Sticky

How does a spinal cord injury affect the body?

in Blog, Personal Injury

The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that runs between the brain and the lower back. A healthy spinal cord is extremely important for normal, healthy functioning, as it is the main pathway for the brain and the body to communicate with each other. Although the soft spinal cord is protected by the bones of the spinal column (aka the backbone), it can still be damaged, and that damage can lead to physical consequences including loss of function, loss of sensation, and pain. The effects of a spinal cord injury on the body vary greatly depending on the severity and...

How Do Immigrants Seek Asylum?

What is Asylum for Immigrants?

Is Carpal Tunnel a Workplace Injury?

How Many Semi-Truck Accidents Occur Per Year?

What Is a Drug Offense?

What Is a Non-Violent Drug Offense?

How to File for a Green Card After Marriage?

How does a spinal cord injury affect the body?

Disclaimer

Locations

Downtown Greenville Office

Greer Office

Spartanburg Office

Columbia Office

Serving These Areas

Contact Us