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$15 Million Settlement Reached in Mallory Beach Boat Crash Lawsuit

$15 Million Settlement Reached in Mallory Beach Boat Crash Lawsuit

The wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the tragic 2019 boat crash that claimed the life of 19-year-old Mallory Beach has reached a $15 million settlement. This long-awaited resolution comes just weeks before the trial was scheduled to begin, bringing a close to a chapter that has captivated the nation and significantly impacted the Murdaugh family […]

Buster Murdaugh and the Specter of Defamation: A Legal Tightrope

Buster Murdaugh and the Specter of Defamation: A Legal Tightrope

The tragic death of 19-year-old Stephen Smith in Hampton County, South Carolina, back in July 2015 has long been shrouded in mystery. Initially ruled a hit-and-run, the lack of evidence supporting this conclusion fueled speculation and rumors, particularly connecting the incident to the prominent Murdaugh family. The recent conviction of Alex Murdaugh for the murders […]