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What Should You Do After a Car Accident in South Carolina?

The moments following the crash are often a blur when you're involved in a car accident. However, per South Carolina law, those on the scene must adhere to legal responsibilities and obligations.

First, try to stop your car and ensure it is positioned safely near the scene of the crash. Then, call 911 to report the accident. While most folks go into full-blown panic mode, you need to stay calm so you can process the situation. If you notice that there are injured people, give them "reasonable assistance." Per South Carolina Code of Laws, that could include transporting hurt people to a hospital or calling an ambulance for them.

If you're in a car crash, you need to be prepared to exchange contact information with other drivers at the accident scene. If the person who caused the collision is present, make sure to get their name, phone number, address, and insurance info. If witnesses are present, get their contact info, too, in case our team needs to obtain their account later.

Next, try to piece together how the car crash happened. This is an appropriate time to take photos of the cars, wreckage, and debris. Ask yourself if you think a vehicle failed to follow the rules of the road, like speeding or failing to stop at a stop sign.

Regardless of how minor your injuries may appear and who may be to blame for the accident, get legal advice from Theos Law Firm first before giving any recorded statements or refusing medical care.

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Time and again, auto accident victims agree to early settlements provided by insurance companies because the offer seems like a lot. But what if you return to work after recovering from an accident, only for your pain to return?

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South Carolina commercial fisher found guilty of lying about catch

A federal jury has found a commercial fisher operating out of the U.S. state of South Carolina guilty of making false statements about the fish he caught and lying to federal agents."Those who attempt to circumvent federal fishing regulations and deceive law enforcement will be held accountable. Our marine resources are vital, and we will not tolerate those who prioritize personal gain over sustainable practices and the rule of law,” Acting U.S. Attorney Brook B. Andrews for the District of South Carolina said in a statemen...

A federal jury has found a commercial fisher operating out of the U.S. state of South Carolina guilty of making false statements about the fish he caught and lying to federal agents.

"Those who attempt to circumvent federal fishing regulations and deceive law enforcement will be held accountable. Our marine resources are vital, and we will not tolerate those who prioritize personal gain over sustainable practices and the rule of law,” Acting U.S. Attorney Brook B. Andrews for the District of South Carolina said in a statement. “This conviction underscores the collaborative efforts of NOAA and [the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources] in protecting our fisheries and ensuring fair competition for all."

The commercial fisher at the heart of the investigation is Augustine, Florida, U.S.A. resident Don Rynn, who manages several commercial vessels in South Carolina, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. The government alleges that on 21 March 2023, Rynn directed his son to take one of the vessels out and “catch as many fish as he could,” despite existing quotas. The vessel returned less than a week later with 560 pounds of snowy grouper – nearly three times the legal limit. The vessel also had roughly 450 pounds of tilefish – also more than the legal limit.

Upon return, some of the fish were moved from the original vessel to a second vessel managed by Rynn or transported to another seafood dealer in Georgetown, South Carolina. In his mandatory trip report, Rynn claimed that the original vessel had only fished up to the legal limit, while the remaining fish had been caught by the second vessel. The fish that were sent to Georgetown were ultimately disposed of to avoid suspicion, according to the government, with Rynn telling NOAA agents that the fish had been contaminated by a fuel spill while at sea.

Following a three-day trial in March 2025, a federal jury found Rynn guilty of making false statements on his trip report and later lying to federal agents. Rynn now faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a fine of up to USD 250,000 (EUR 231,000).

“The prosecution of this case and the jury’s verdict emphasizes the importance of holding violators accountable for the harm caused by lying to law enforcement officers and undermining federal fishery regulations. We work closely with our state joint enforcement partners and other federal agencies to detect and identify potential illegal activity related to federal fisheries regulations,” NOAA Office of Law Enforcement Southeast Division Acting Assistant Director Paige Casey said in a statement. “Through our partnerships, we are able to successfully prosecute and convict individuals, such as in this case, who lie to law enforcement officers and who illegally harvest marine resources that could disrupt our fair-trade market.”

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