- DUI/DWICar and motorcycle accident claims against individuals and employers can involve a broad range of theories of liability. Allegations of distracted driving are becoming increasingly common; and drunk driving, drowsy driving, and other negligence-based claims continue to be common as well. Personal injury claims involving car and motorcycle accidents routinely focus on allegations such as...
- Wrongful DeathIf you need to speak with an attorney about a personal injury or wrongful death claim in South Carolina, we encourage you to contact us for a confidential consultation. We handle cases in state and federal court, and we also routinely represent clients in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings. You can reach our Columbia office at (866) 207-6209 and our Charleston office at (877) 216-6970; or if you prefer, you can send an email directly to one of our attorneys.
- Traffic Violations
- Corporate LawAlbert Richard (“Rick’) Pierce, Jr., practice focuses on the areas of business and corporate litigation, professional liability, and automobile liability. Prior to joining Howser, Newman & Besley, Rick served as a law clerk to the Honorable Paula H. Thomas. See Rick’s full bio on the Attorney Profile page.
- Business DisputesR. Davis (“Dave”) Howser is member of our firm’s litigation practice and focuses his work in the areas of professional liability, product liability, business disputes, and insurance coverage litigation. He has extensive experience representing architects, engineers, attorneys and other professionals in malpractice and professional liability matters. See Dave’s full bio on the Attorney Profile page.
- Business TransactionsOur attorneys bring decades of experience to the representation of individual and corporate clients in complex litigation and appeals in state and federal court. We also maintain a robust alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practice, represent professionals throughout the state, and handle business transactions of varying type and dimension.
- Construction Contracts“Pay-if-paid” and “pay-when-paid” clauses are commonly used in construction contracts to shift the risk of non-payment between contractors and subcontractors. When a contract includes a “pay-if-paid” clause, the risk of non-payment falls on the subcontractor. The subcontractor is only entitled to payment if the contractor receives payment from the property owner (or another payor). Under a “pay-when-paid” clause, however, the risk of non-payment rests with the contractor. The when aspect of the clause presumes that the contractor actually collect for the job – and even if the contractor is not paid, it must still compensate the subcontractor within a stipulated time frame.
- Intellectual Property
- Workers Compensation
- Employment ContractGenerally speaking, yes. Mandatory mediation and arbitration clauses are enforceable in South Carolina. Mandatory arbitration clauses in business-to-business contracts will typically be enforced unless there are extenuating circumstances, and the South Carolina courts routinely enforce mandatory ADR clauses in insurance and employment contracts as well (although these may be subject to closer scrutiny in certain circumstances).
- Premises LiabilityGeorge V. (“Geov”) Hanna, IV, is a member of our firm’s litigation practice and focuses his practice primarily in the areas of premises liability, construction, automobile insurance, professional liability, and products liability defense. Prior to joining Howser, Newman & Besley, Geov served as law clerk to the Honorable James C. Williams, Jr. See Geov’s full bio on the Attorney Profile page.
- Construction LitigationOur attorneys have decades of experience representing all parties to complex construction disputes in Charleston, Columbia, and throughout South Carolina. Whether you are considering legal action or you need to mount a strategic defense, we can help you aggressively pursue a favorable and cost-effective resolution.
- Property DamageOur attorneys are experienced and aggressive advocates for companies involved in insurance coverage disputes arising out of claims for property damage, construction defects, business interruptions, work-related injuries, and other types of losses. Representing both insurance companies and insured businesses, we have decades of experience on both sides of insurance coverage disputes and are closely familiar with the complex legal issues involved.
- Personal InjuryWe provide comprehensive and effective legal representation for individuals and businesses facing personal injury claims in South Carolina. If you have been injured or are being sued as a result of a vehicle collision, premises-related accident, or alleged product defect, we can use our extensive experience in personal injury litigation to help you.
- Medical MalpracticeBen McCoy joined Howser, Newman, & Besley at its inception in 1996 and has been a member of the firm since 1999. While his primary focus is on litigation, mediation has become a large facet of Ben’s law practice. The diversity that handling both defense and plaintiff’s matters provides has helped him grow as an attorney. As a litigator, Ben has handled cases involving a wide variety of legal issues, including medical malpractice, professional negligence, business contracts and disputes, premises liability, construction, wrongful death, and bodily injury. As a mediator, Ben’s cases include the full spectrum of business, property and injury cases.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate PlanningWhile in law school, Andrew was an Articles Editor on the ABA’s Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Journal. He also participated in the
- Wills
- Probate