DAVID E. PHILLIPS ATTORNEY AT LAW, LLC (864) 306-3529

Workers' Compensation:    If you have been injured while working, you are likely entitled to compensation under the South Carolina Workers' Compensation Act.  Employers who are subject to these laws are required to provide workers' compensation insurance to protect injured employees.  These benefits may include, among other things, payment of causally related medical bills, compensation for time lost from work, and compensation for permanent injuries, including scarring and disfigurement.  Call us to schedule your FREE CONSULTATION.

Serious Automobile Accidents:  If you have been injured in an automobile accident as a result of someone else's carelessness, the law of South Carolina for over one hundred years has been that the person who carelessly caused your injury should be responsible for making you whole.  This means the at-fault person or persons should pay for your loss including, but not limited to, causally related past and future medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and permanent impairment.  These damages are usually paid by the at-fault party's automobile insurance and, in some cases, underinsured or uninsured motorist coverage you purchased on your own motor vehicle(s).  It is important to note that in an automobile accident trial in our state a jury will not be allowed to consider the fact that an insurance company will be paying the amount of the verdict in determining how much to award for your damages; therefore, it may appear to the jury that the at-fault party will be paying the verdict when in fact, one or more insurance companies will be paying the verdict amount.  Call us to schedule your FREE CONSULTATION.

Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income:  If you have been denied benefits by the Social Security Administration, you need an experienced attorney to help you present your case for benefits to the Administration and/or Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR).  You should be aware that your denial letter will contain a date and advise you that you have a limited number of days to file for review of the denial; therefore, you should act immediately after receiving such a letter if you intend to engage an attorney.  Call us to schedule your FREE CONSULTATION.

Highway Condemnation:  If the government notifies you of its intent to take your property to build a highway, expand a highway or for any other reason, the law requires the government to fairly compensate you for the "taking."  You should consult an attorney experienced in these cases to be sure you are treated fairly by the government in these matters.  We offer FREE CONSULTATIONS in these types of cases. 

Criminal Defense:  This firm is experienced in both the prosecution and defense of criminal matters.  We have trial experience representing clients charged with crimes ranging from less serious offenses to homicide.  This year, the South Carolina General Assembly passed the Omnibus Crime Reduction and Sentencing Reform Act of 2010.  Governor Mark Sanford signed this legislation into law June 2, 2010.  This legislation will have a significant impact on the criminal law of this state.  The Act codified many crimes that were formerly addressed under the common law of this state.  Additionally, the Act reduced sentences for many crimes.  For crimes occurring on or after June 2, 2010, persons charged with a crime must be charged according to the provisions of this Act where applicable.  Call for a consultation, today.  We offer a FREE CONSULTATION to assess the nature of your case, the appropriate fee to charge, and an estimate of investigative expenses you may anticipate.

Family Law:  If you are involved in a divorce, custody, child support, paternity, visitation, adoption, or other family court case, you will face many issues for which you will need the advice of an experienced family court attorney.  Even in a "simple, uncontested divorce," you will likely need representation to be sure your interests are being protected.  Call, today, to schedule a consultation.