Ellis, Lawhorne & Sims, P.A.

Don't be entirely distracted or frightened by emerging technologies and their effect on the practice of law. Lawyers already use technology every day even if they never turn on a computer. Technology is not just computers and…more

The 4th Circuit Court of Appeals had the opportunity to consider constitutional standing requirements in two very similar cases. The opinions offer some insight into the application of the Lujan test…more

In South Carolina there are several programs designed to benefit those businesses owned and controlled by “disadvantaged” individuals. The key to obtaining certification or designation under all these programs is a…more

On October 25, 2012, in AU Optronics Corporation and LG Display Co. v. State of South Carolina, the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals considered for the first time the issue of whether a state's lawsuit pursuing claims that may…more

On October 25, 2012, in AU Optronics Corporation and LG Display Co. v. State of South Carolina, the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals considered for the first time the issue of whether a state's lawsuit pursuing claims that may…more

The South Carolina Supreme Court recently had occasion to consider the application of the federal Stored Communications Act. Three of the five Justices on the Court issued opinions in the case, underscoring the difficulties in…more

Simply raising arbitration in a pleading may not avoid waiving contractual arbitration rights…more

An analysis of forum selection issues applicable to litigation in the wake of the recent capsizing of the Costa Concordia…more

The South Carolina Supreme Court recently considered the application of S.C. Code Ann. Section 12-43-220(C) to single-member limited liability companies (LLCs), and held that the 4% legal residence property tax ratio is…more