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Former Charleston Battery Owner Hit with $4.5 Million Judgment for 2018 Golf Cart Assault

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CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. — A Charleston County court has confirmed a $4.5 million judgment against former Charleston Battery owner, Eric Bernard Bowman, relating to two instances of vehicular assault in 2018. The lawsuit resolved with Bowman being held liable for significant compensatory and punitive damages. In a detailed evaluation, the jury awarded the plaintiff, Wallace Blair Crosby, $1.8 million in actual damages for the injuries sustained during the incident. Additionally, Bowman faces $2.7 million in punitive damages, a reflection of the jury’s perception of the severity of his actions and intended as a deterrent against … Read more

$4.66 Million Verdict Upheld Against Former Charleston Battery Owner for Assault with Golf Cart Over Bar Tab Dispute

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Sullivan’s Island, SC – A South Carolina judge has confirmed a multi-million dollar jury decision against Eric Bowman, a tech entrepreneur and the former owner of the Charleston Battery soccer team, stemming from a 2018 altercation where he was accused of using a golf cart to assault Wallace “B.J.” Crosby. The verdict, issued in June, demands from Bowman over $4.66 million in damages. The incident occurred outside Dunleavy’s Pub on Sullivan’s Island when Crosby, whose fiancee was working as a bartender at the establishment, confronted Bowman about an unpaid $124 bar tab. According to court … Read more

Legendary Charleston Lawyer Gedney Howe III: A Master of Storytelling and Courtroom Triumphs

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Charleston, South Carolina – Gedney Howe III, a seasoned lawyer with over 50 years of experience, has earned a reputation as one of the most formidable storytellers in the legal profession. With a career that boasts an impressive portfolio of landmark cases such as Lost Trust, Operation Jackpot, and Morning Dew, it’s no wonder that his friends affectionately refer to him as the “rainmaker,” the highest honor bestowed upon an attorney. Recently, as Howe began his second half-century in the legal field, I had the opportunity to join him and his colleagues for lunch. The … Read more

Greenville Family Sparks Hope for Stricter Anti-Hazing Laws with Lawsuit Against College of Charleston

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GREENVILLE, S.C. – A recent lawsuit filed in January by a Greenville family against the College of Charleston and one of its fraternities has reignited the discussion surrounding hazing and the need for stricter anti-hazing laws in South Carolina. Cindy Hipps, who tragically lost her son Tucker in 2014, believes that this lawsuit could push for the implementation of more comprehensive legislation to combat hazing practices. While some argue that locking up students may not be the solution, Hipps sees stricter penalties as a necessary deterrent. The case stems from the death of Tucker Hipps, … Read more