During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is no secret that the economy has taken a hit. In South Carolina alone, nearly 500,000 people have filed for unemployment in the last two months. We have seen our state go from one of the best economies it has ever seen to an unsustainable situation. Many people across…

In 2016, it became illegal for government-funded fostering adoption agencies to discriminate against prospective LGBTQ+ parents, along with single parents, divorced parents, or parents not adhering to any specific religion. Across the country, many Christian-operated organizations disagreed, and some filed lawsuits concerning this issue. In South Carolina, adoption agency Miracle Hill had their license downgraded…

When Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act in March, many people were excited because they would be receiving $1,200 to help them cover expenses, they may have incurred due to the economic crisis caused by COVID-19. Parents with dependent children received even better news when this bill passed – they…

The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the way of life for so many people throughout this country and here in South Carolina. Unfortunately, staying at home orders has had an unintended consequence that many people did not think about at first – an increase in child sexual abuse. Recently, for the first time ever, more than…

There are times when the court may order a higher-earning spouse to provide financial assistance to a spouse of lesser means in the aftermath of a divorce. In cases when permanent alimony is awarded, these payments are supposed to end when either spouse dies, the supported spouse remarries, or when the supported spouse cohabits with…

One of the most contentious aspects of a divorce is child support. While the total amount paid is determined by a formula set forth under state law, raising a child can come with many unexpected expenses. This is especially true when it comes to extracurricular activities. At the Elliott Frazier Law Firm, our Greenville family…

The history of same-sex adoption in this country has been challenging, but legally married same-sex couples can adopt a child in South Carolina. However, that does not mean there are no challenges to this type of adoption, and the US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case about whether religious agencies can turn away…

If you are a United States resident, have a Social Security number, and have the qualifying adjust gross income levels and children, you may be getting a stimulus check. Here’s how the United States government says it’s going to work:  If You Qualify, How Much Money Will You Receive?  Individuals who earn under $75,000 adjusted…

As COVID-19 sweeps across the United States, most people are rightfully concerned about their health and the well-being of their loved ones. However, the financial markets have also been rocked by the coronavirus. If you are going through a divorce right now, you may be concerned about how your assets are affected and what this…

Most people have heard the old adage that half of all marriages end in divorce. While the divorce rate has certainly been high in the past, recent studies have shown there has actually been a decline in the overall divorce rate in the country over the last 10 years. You may be wondering where South…