When employers offer benefits like a 401(k) plan, health insurance, or life insurance, employees have legal rights in the event of a dispute. The federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act, commonly referred to as ERISA, governs employee benefits and protects the rights of all plan participants. Disputes falling under ERISA guidelines are complex and quite […]
ERISA stands for the Employee Retirement Income Security Act. It is a federal law that governs private employers that have 25 or more employees and provide pension, retirement, or other plans. ERISA section 510 protects participants in and beneficiaries of employee benefit plans governed by ERISA. ERISA section 510 also applies to people who have […]
A wrongful death lawsuit is a lawsuit brought against a defendant who has caused someone's death either through negligence or through an intentional act. South Carolina Code of Laws Section 15-51-10 defines this as a "wrongful act, negligent or default of another." Determine if a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Can Be Filed To determine if a […]
If you were injured in a car accident, you might be wondering, does my car accident head injury qualify for a claim? Head injuries can cause complex medical issues that may induce severe long-term damage to your quality of life. If you become injured in a car accident, determining negligence and who is at fault […]
Navigating the world of ERISA and employer benefits claims is complicated, with countless rules and procedures to follow. Meanwhile, your employer and insurance company are looking out for their interests. In some cases, you file a claim to get the support you need, and your claim is denied. At this point, it might feel like […]
Were you injured in a slip and fall accident? Contact the Peace Law Firm today to discuss the basics of your slip and fall lawsuit in South Carolina: (864)298-0500 Slip and falls happen every day. Whether you are in the grocery store or at a restaurant, you may be injured in a slip and fall […]
Brain injuries are some of the hardest to recover from after a car accident. Unlike a simple fracture, which can heal if given enough time, a traumatic brain injury can leave a person unable to leave the house for months. Some traumatic brain injuries never improve but leave a person permanently disabled. At our firm, […]
There are too many drunk drivers on South Carolina’s roads, and they are a definite danger to public safety. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drunk drivers killed 3,870 people in South Carolina in a ten-year period from 2003 to 2012. They have also injured tens of thousands more. As a leading […]
Large commercial trucks go by several names—tractor-trailers, big rigs, 18 wheelers, etc. These vehicles transport goods from the Carolinas to the rest of the county and bring back food, clothes, and other merchandise from the rest of the nation. It is not an exaggeration to say that commercial trucks play a vital role in the […]
Were you rear-ended by a semi-truck and want to know your settlement options? Contact the Peace Law Firm today to discuss your possible settlement: (864)298-0500 Based on our experience, semi-truck accidents are some of the worst that a motorist can suffer. Large commercial vehicles cause a lot of damage when they run into smaller passenger […]