Horton Law Firm Blog Category: Employment Law
Leverage to Negotiate Severance in SC
South Carolina companies are not typically obligated to offer severance to fired employees unless there’s a contract or policy that says otherwise. But when an employee is provided a severance offer, the question becomes: what leverage does the employee have to... read more
In Gina Carano v. Disney, Parties Seek More Time Before Trial
In a filing from February 27, 2025 for Carano v. Disney, attorneys for Disney and Gina Carano filed a joint request to the federal court judge overseeing the case. In this request, the parties sought additional time to conduct discovery and prepare for trial. The... read more
At-Will Employment and Its Exceptions in South Carolina
So many of the employees who reach out to me about potential legal claims are caught off guard by the fundamental realities of at-will employment. I am 100% certain I have said the following phrase at least five times a day for the last eleven years: “Here in South... read more
Why I Charge for My Consultations
I charge for my consultations. This surprises many potential clients who have been inundated with personal injury lawyers and their commercials touting “free consultations.” So when I quote a $400 consultation fee for an hour, some callers simply hang up. I’m fine... read more
Sneaky Provisions in Severance Agreements
For most South Carolina employees, being presented with a severance agreement at the time of termination–especially when the termination comes unexpectedly–can cause a great deal of anxiety. Severance agreements are legal contracts, and they can run ten or... read moreStill Have Questions? The best way we can serve you is by starting a conversation.
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