The Post and Courier released a powerful five-part investigation called “Caught in the Cycle.” This series shines a dark light on how our local jails handle—and often fail—people struggling with mental illness. The numbers are heartbreaking. Over the last ten years, more than 100 inmates with mental health needs died while in custody in South…
Read moreRideshare accidents in South Carolina create unique legal challenges. When you’re injured in an Uber or Lyft crash, questions about insurance coverage, liability, and compensation can feel overwhelming. Evans Moore, LLC‘s guide explains how rideshare insurance works in South Carolina, who pays after a South Carolina rideshare accident, and what steps you should take…
Read moreOur December 2025/January 2026 is now available. In this edition of the newsletter, we discuss our fight against harmful medical malpractice reforms in South Carolina, the psychology behind what makes getting new gadgets satisfying, tips for choosing a safe nursing home, and more. You can view the newsletter here.
Read moreBehind the Brochure: Making the Right Call for Nursing Care Choosing a nursing home is never simple. It often follows weeks or months of difficult conversations, and the decision carries significant weight. Every family wants to believe their loved one will be cared for properly and that the facility will treat them with respect and…
Read moreOur Fight Against Harmful Medical Malpractice Reform We returned to the statehouse this October to defend South Carolina’s most vulnerable patients as the legislature gears up to attempt to modify the laws governing medical malpractice actions for the second year in a row. The proposed changes would strip away crucial protections for patients who…
Read moreJames B. Moore was quoted last week in an article in The Post and Courier. He was asked to comment on the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office decision to no longer give immediate public notice of inmate deaths. Instead, the sheriff’s office will choose which deaths it reports, and after the coroner’s office investigates it and…
Read moreBus accidents in South Carolina can result in serious injuries, complex liability questions, and significant financial consequences for victims. Whether you’re involved in a collision with a public transit bus, a private charter bus, or a school bus, understanding the causes, liability rules, and your rights is essential. This guide covers the common causes…
Read moreThe families of three children, aged seven to eleven, have filed federal lawsuits against Green Charter School of the Midlands and the South Carolina Public Charter School District following allegations of sexual abuse by school employee Sulaymaan Benoit during the school’s after-school program. These lawsuits allege that the school and district failed to protect the…
Read moreAt Evans Moore, LLC, we’ve always believed that our responsibility to the community extends far beyond the courtroom. What began in 2016 as a small gesture to support families after historic flooding has grown into one of our firm’s most meaningful traditions — the Annual Evans Moore Turkey Giveaway. This year marks a major milestone:…
Read moreSouth Carolina Bed Sore Verdict A recent $10 million verdict in a bed sore (pressure ulcer) case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of nursing home neglect. Bed sores, also known as decubitus ulcers, often develop when residents are left unattended for long periods without proper repositioning, wound care, or medical attention.…
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