Year: 2014

A large portion of U.S. farmers’ income is dependent on international exports of their crops. For instance, 40 percent of the corn grown by U.S. farmers is exported. So when a company introduced genetically modified (GMO) seed into the U.S….

The holidays are a time of celebrations and parties. Many of these festivities involve alcohol. But drinking alcohol and driving never mix. There are a number of things you can do to keep yourself and the people around you safe…

If you have been injured on the job, in most cases, you will be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits under South Carolina law. However, recovering the benefits you deserve is usually not so simple in practice. Workers’ comp cases are…

Drivers should always be ready for emergencies, but winter weather means extra preparation is in order. Whether you are headed north where snow and ice are the norm or staying here in South Carolina where frozen precipitation is less common,…

When you think of defective products, you probably think of faulty medical devices, dangerous medications or even the recent rash of car recalls. But toys can also be dangerous and defective, putting children in peril. While there are laws and…

After you’ve been injured on the job, your first priority is getting well. Filing for and receiving workers’ compensation benefits is also a crucial part of your recovery. It’s important to follow the deadlines for seeking workers’ compensation in South…

When parents or other loved ones get older, they may need specialized or constant care, including that which a nursing home can provide. While the decision to move someone into a nursing home is never easy, finding the right facility…

The holiday season is approaching rapidly, along with all of the travel that takes place from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. This time of year, it’s more important than ever to stay safe while making your way to holiday festivities….

Car recalls have been in the news a lot lately. But no recall could potentially be as big as the problem with Takata air bags, which can explode, sending shards of metal into the passengers the devices are supposed to…

Joye Law Firm has a passionate love for pets, as you can see from our Facebook page, which features an adorable, adoptable Pet of the Week from the Charleston Animal Society. With Halloween right around the corner, we believe it…