blog

Legal Blog

Motorcycle Accidents Increase in Summer: Common Causes Seen in Myrtle Beach

Motorcycle Accidents Increase in Summer: Common Causes Seen in Myrtle Beach

McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A., represents injured motorcyclists across Myrtle Beach and throughout South Carolina, where summer months consistently bring a sharp increase in motorcycle accidents. As tourism surges and coastal roads become heavily congested, riders face elevated risks from distracted drivers, unfamiliar traffic patterns, and sudden changes in roadway conditions. These factors combine […]

What Happens After a Boating Under the Influence Arrest in Myrtle Beach?

What Happens After a Boating Under the Influence Arrest in Myrtle Beach?

After a boating under the influence arrest in Myrtle Beach, the case usually moves from the water stop or dockside investigation to booking, bond, court dates, evidence review, and negotiations or trial. South Carolina law makes it unlawful to operate a moving motorized water device or a water device under sail while alcohol, drugs, or […]

Posted in DUI

Can You Be Charged With DUI on a Golf Cart in South Carolina? Understanding the Law and Your Rights

Can You Be Charged With DUI on a Golf Cart in South Carolina? Understanding the Law and Your Rights

McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. helps residents across Myrtle Beach navigate complex DUI laws, including situations involving golf carts. While many assume DUI laws apply only to cars and trucks, South Carolina statutes define DUI more broadly, encompassing any vehicle that can carry people on public streets. Golf carts, particularly in Myrtle Beach, where […]

Posted in DUI

Summer DUI Checkpoints in Myrtle Beach: What Drivers Need to Know Before Memorial Day Weekend

Summer DUI Checkpoints in Myrtle Beach: What Drivers Need to Know Before Memorial Day Weekend

McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. knows that Memorial Day weekend in Myrtle Beach brings heavy traffic, crowded entertainment areas, late nights, and increased law enforcement visibility. Drivers may encounter DUI checkpoints on or near busy roads leading to restaurants, hotels, beach access points, and nightlife areas. South Carolina law allows properly conducted sobriety checkpoints, […]

Posted in DUI

Can You Be Charged With DUI on a Golf Cart in South Carolina? What the Law Says

Can You Be Charged With DUI on a Golf Cart in South Carolina? What the Law Says

Yes, you can be charged with DUI on a golf cart in South Carolina if law enforcement believes you were driving a motor vehicle while impaired. South Carolina DUI law focuses on whether alcohol, drugs, or a combination of substances materially and appreciably impaired your ability to drive. Golf carts are also regulated under South […]

Posted in DUI

Injured by an Uninsured Driver in South Carolina: What Are Your Legal Options?

Injured by an Uninsured Driver in South Carolina: What Are Your Legal Options?

If you were injured by an uninsured driver in South Carolina, your own uninsured motorist coverage may be one of the most important paths to recovery. South Carolina requires drivers to carry uninsured motorist coverage, which can apply when the at-fault driver has no insurance or when a hit-and-run driver cannot be identified. Your legal […]

Arrested After a Bar Fight in Myrtle Beach: How South Carolina Handles Disorderly Conduct Charges

Arrested After a Bar Fight in Myrtle Beach: How South Carolina Handles Disorderly Conduct Charges

Facing an arrest after a bar fight in Myrtle Beach can be overwhelming, both emotionally and legally. McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. understands the stress and uncertainty that accompany disorderly conduct charges, and their team provides guidance to help protect your rights. South Carolina law classifies many bar altercations as disorderly conduct, which is […]

Who Is Responsible for Injuries Caused by Distracted Driving in South Carolina?

Who Is Responsible for Injuries Caused by Distracted Driving in South Carolina?

Distracted driving has become one of the most significant causes of car accidents in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. provides trusted legal guidance to residents injured in these crashes. Determining responsibility for these accidents is often complex, as the driver whose negligence caused the collision is usually the primary party […]

Charged With Resisting Arrest in South Carolina: Possible Penalties and Defense Strategies

Charged With Resisting Arrest in South Carolina: Possible Penalties and Defense Strategies

 Being charged with resisting arrest in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, can have significant consequences that may affect your freedom, employment, and future legal standing. McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A., provides guidance on understanding the law, evaluating the potential penalties, and exploring the most effective defense strategies. This guide explains the legal definition of resisting […]

What Damages Can You Recover After a South Carolina Car Accident Injury Claim?

What Damages Can You Recover After a South Carolina Car Accident Injury Claim?

McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. assists car accident victims in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, in understanding the full spectrum of damages they may recover following a collision. Car accidents often result in both immediate and long-term financial, physical, and emotional consequences. Knowing your rights and the types of compensation available can make a significant […]