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Stephen Peterson Groves Sr.

Stephen Peterson Groves Sr.

Stephen Peterson Groves Sr., Attorney at Law

About Stephen Peterson Groves Sr.

Stephen P. Groves Sr. is a distinguished attorney practicing in the Litigation and Insurance Groups at his firm. His expertise encompasses Commercial Litigation, Appellate Practice, and International Law. Mr. Groves has contributed significantly to the legal field, serving on the editorial board of the South Carolina Lawyer and contributing to South Carolina Jurisprudence. His editorial and writing contributions extend to publications such as South Carolina Civil Procedure and The Law of Domestic Relations in South Carolina.

Mr. Groves has played a pivotal role as a contributing editor for the ABA TIPS' Property Insurance Law Committee's Annotations to the Standard Fire and Homeowners Insurance Policy and has addressed Property Insurance Issues in Catastrophe losses. He also serves as an editor for the CGL Reporter and is a chapter contributor to Misrepresentation in Life, Health, and Disability Insurance Process: A National Survey, as well as Superseding and Staying Judgments: A National Compendium. Additionally, he is an editor for the ABA TIPS’ Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee’s CGL Handbook.

Before joining Nexsen Pruet, Mr. Groves was a Partner at Young Clement Rivers & Tisdale, LLP, where he was a key member of the firm's litigation team.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Car Accidents
Personal Injury

South Carolina Car Accident Laws

Understanding South Carolina's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

3 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Stephen P. Groves Sr. specialize in?

Stephen P. Groves Sr. specializes in Commercial Litigation, Appellate Practice, and International Law.

What is Stephen P. Groves Sr.'s role in legal publications?

He has served on the editorial board of the South Carolina Lawyer and contributed to various legal publications.

Where did Stephen P. Groves Sr. work before joining Nexsen Pruet?

He was a Partner at Young Clement Rivers & Tisdale, LLP.

Contact Information

25 Calhoun Street Suite 250 Charleston SC 29401
Charleston, SC
8432773704 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact Stephen Peterson Groves Sr. for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Stephen for a free case review

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