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10/15/2026

What defenses are available for underage DUI charges? A defense to an underage DUI may examine how standardized field sobriety tests were used and whether physical conditions affected performance.

An impaired-driving case can involve the stop, testing procedures, and the evidence of impairment. Deadlines affecting a license may be separate from the criminal court schedule.

The license process may move on a different schedule from the criminal case. Contact McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. for guidance about DUI defense in South Carolina.

10/15/2026

A DUI and reckless driving are different South Carolina charges. 🚔

Some DUI cases may be resolved as reckless driving, but the change is not automatic. The evidence, legal issues, prior record, and prosecutor's position can affect the outcome. A low test result does not promise a reduced charge. McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. explains the questions that can shape these discussions. The article helps Myrtle Beach drivers understand why the full case needs review. See what may influence a possible change in the charge.

Can a DUI be reduced to reckless driving in South Carolina? Learn key factors. Call McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks at (843) 277-1667.

10/13/2026

How do penalties differ for underage DUIs compared to adult DUIs? Underage DUI cases in South Carolina may involve a lower alcohol threshold and, for younger defendants, a juvenile court process instead of adult criminal court.

An impaired-driving case can involve the stop, testing procedures, and the evidence of impairment. Deadlines affecting a license may be separate from the criminal court schedule.

The license process may move on a different schedule from the criminal case. Contact McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. for guidance about DUI defense in South Carolina.

10/13/2026

Medical bills can come due before a South Carolina personal injury claim is resolved, and the liability insurer generally does not pay every provider as treatment occurs. 🚑 Available health insurance, optional MedPay, Medicare, Medicaid, workers' compensation, or a provider arrangement may address bills in the meantime, depending on the accident and coverage. Track explanation-of-benefits forms, balances, denials, and possible reimbursement rights so settlement discussions account for what has been paid and what remains owed. For payment of medical bills after an injury in Myrtle Beach, keep bills, benefit notices, and payment records in one place as the claim develops. 🧾 The complete piece offers more detail on payment of medical bills after an injury in Myrtle Beach.

Full post from McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A.:
https://lawyersatthebeach.com/blog/who-pays-medical-bills-pending-personal-injury-claim-myrtle-beach/

Medical bills can arrive before an injury claim settles. Learn who may pay them in South Carolina and what steps can help protect your claim.

10/08/2026

How severe are the penalties for assault convictions? South Carolina assault and battery charges are tiered by degree, with penalties that can rise substantially as the alleged conduct becomes more serious.

Criminal accusations require careful attention to the evidence and the specific charge. Preserve relevant communications and discuss the case with counsel before making statements.

The first court date may arrive before every fact is known, so early preparation matters. Contact McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. for guidance about criminal defense in South Carolina.

10/08/2026

A South Carolina traffic stop does not automatically give police authority to search a car without a warrant. ⚖ Consent, probable cause under the automobile exception, certain arrest-related searches, a limited weapons search, plain view, or a lawful inventory search may apply depending on the facts. The original reason for the stop, any prolonged detention, the officer's stated basis, and the scope of the search all deserve review. For the scope of a police search in South Carolina, keep search paperwork and any available recording together for a review of the officers' actions. 🔎 The complete piece offers more detail on the scope of a police search in South Carolina.

Read more from McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A.:
https://lawyersatthebeach.com/blog/can-police-search-your-car-without-a-warrant-in-south-carolina/

Can police search your car without a warrant in South Carolina? Learn your rights in Myrtle Beach. Call 843-277-1667 for a free consultation.

10/07/2026

Can someone face a drug charge involving substances they say were not in their possession? South Carolina's constructive-possession rules can allow charges even when drugs were not found on a person's body; shared spaces and surrounding facts matter.

A drug charge can turn on what was found, where it was found, and how officers obtained the evidence. Do not assume an arrest settles questions of possession, intent, or admissibility.

The prosecution still must prove the required elements of the charged offense. Contact McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. for guidance about drug defense in South Carolina.

10/06/2026

A Myrtle Beach crash can support a claim for the aggravation of a preexisting neck, back, joint, or other condition when the collision causes additional harm. 🩺 The important question is what changed: stronger pain, reduced motion, new symptoms, added treatment, work restrictions, or a longer recovery. Earlier and later records, testimony, and a clear account of daily function can help show the difference between the prior baseline and the post-crash condition. For an accident claim in Myrtle Beach, photos, witness details, and treatment records can preserve the crash's impact. 📷 Read the article to understand the next steps for an accident claim in Myrtle Beach.

Explore the article by McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A.:
https://lawyersatthebeach.com/blog/car-accident-aggravates-preexisting-injury-myrtle-beach/

Car accident worsened an old injury? Learn about preexisting injury claims in Myrtle Beach. Call (843) 277-1667 for a free consultation.

10/01/2026

An ATV injury can leave someone wondering when they will work again. An ATV injury claim should examine how the crash happened and how it affects the injured person's ability to work.

An injury claim depends on responsibility, medical evidence, and the losses caused by the event. Keep records of treatment, missed work, expenses, and communications with insurers.

A settlement should reflect the documented harm and likely future needs. Contact McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. for guidance about personal injury in South Carolina.

09/24/2026

A DUI related collision involving great bodily injury or death can lead to felony charges in South Carolina. ⚖️ The injured or deceased person could be a passenger, someone in another vehicle, or a pedestrian.

But an accident involving alcohol does not automatically answer every question about criminal responsibility. The felony DUI statutes discussed here require causation connecting the collision and resulting harm back to alcohol.

That connection matters. 🚗 The issue can include whether the collision would have occurred but for the alcohol, and the circumstances of each case can be very different. Potential defenses depend on the specific facts and evidence involved.

McCutchen Vaught Geddie & Hucks, P.A. represents people facing serious DUI charges in Myrtle Beach. Our team examines the circumstances surrounding the collision, the alleged role of alcohol, and the evidence being used to establish causation. 🔎

These cases can carry severe, life changing consequences while the people involved may also be dealing with significant personal trauma. If you are facing allegations involving great bodily injury or death after a DUI related collision, contact our team to ask what factors may affect your case.