John began his legal career in 1985 as a Staff Attorney for the Supreme Court of South Carolina. His education includes a B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Political Science from Clemson University. John received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law. John has taught higher education courses in Constitutional and Criminal Law.
DUI/DWI
Operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal and extremely dangerous. Alcohol and drugs impair a driver’s judgment, vision, and reaction time.
Wrongful Death
The following are examples of the types of fatal accidents that may result in wrongful death claim in South Carolina...
Traffic Violations
Driving above the speed limit or too fast for road conditions can increase the risk of accidents. Speeding reduces the driver’s reaction time and increases the likelihood of losing control of the vehicle.
Assault
Hit and Run
Multi-vehicle accidents, also known as pile-ups, involve three or more vehicles and can be particularly complex when it comes to determining fault and liability. Hit-and-run accidents occur when one driver leaves the scene of an accident without exchanging information or offering assistance.
Jon began his legal career with the McCravy Law Firm after 13 years as a pilot and flight instructor in the U. S. Air Force where he flew the A-10 Thunderbolt. Before practicing law, Jon worked for the Eighth Circuit Solicitor’s Office. Jon’s education includes a B.A. from The Citadel, and M.A. in Political Science from Midwestern State University, an A.A. in Paralegal Studies from Harford Community College, and a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Jon was also formally trained in accident investigation while in the Air Force. Jon has taught higher education courses in business law at Lander University and alternative dispute resolution at Piedmont Technical College.
Generally, in South Carolina, the workers compensation insurance carrier must start paying benefits two weeks after the injury that puts the injured worker out of work. They must also go back and pay for that two week period as well. Our firm can ask for a hearing to make the insurance company pay benefits if they do not comply.
Slip and fall cases are categorized as premises liability accidents under the law. As a general rule, there must be a dangerous or hazardous condition that caused you to lose your footing and fall down. Some of the common conditions that arise in premises liability cases in which a person slipped and fell include...
Property Damage
Compensatory damages – these are the damages to cover your medical bills, time lost from work and any property damage that was caused by the defective product.
The world of law can be complex and overwhelming, especially when it comes to personal injury cases such as car accidents. Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be stressful, and it’s important to have a knowledgeable and experienced legal team like McCravy Law on your side to help you navigate the process.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is a serious issue that can have devastating consequences for patients and their families. When medical professionals fail to provide a standard level of care and treatment, patients can suffer from injuries, illnesses, or even death. For those who have been affected by medical malpractice, seeking justice and compensation can be a daunting task.
Auto Accidents
Social Security Disability
You may qualify for disability benefits if you are currently not able to work a full-time job for any health related reason. However, obtaining Social Security disability benefits can be a long and confusing process without an attorney to guide you.
Dog Bites
The attorneys at McCravy, Newlon, Sturkie & Clardy Law Firm help people after slip and fall accidents in places such as around a swimming pool, porch, stairs or walk way. We also help people in the case of dog bites or any other injuries caused by property owners’ negligence.
Slip and Fall Injury
Falling on a slippery floor or broken sidewalk is embarrassing. All you want to do is get up and hope that no one saw it happen, but for almost 9 million people each year, slip and fall injuries result in a visit to a hospital emergency department for medical treatment.