Stories from South Carolinians

Real experiences that show what’s at stake.

These stories show what happens when Big Insurance fails to treat people fairly. Families and small businesses across our state are left waiting, denied, or ignored. Their voices remind us why fairness matters and why South Carolina needs a system that protects its people, not greedy Corporations.

Featured Stories

Sebrana Sumter

“I feel like I’m being punished for him passing.”

A South Carolina widow removed her late husband from her insurance policy and her rate went up. It would have been cheaper to keep him on the policy. This is just one example of unfair loopholes insurance companies use to increase costs for South Carolina families and small businesses.

The Lakin Family

“We can’t make it go away. It never stops.”

Kevin and Anna Lakin share how the home they bought as newlyweds has steadily deteriorated, affecting every room and every part of their lives. With growing structural damage, safety concerns, and no clear path forward, they feel trapped in a house they once believed would be their forever home.

The Richardson Family

“No family should have to go through that.”

Tonya shares the story of losing her son, Thomas, to a drunk driver just two years after surviving a similar collision. As she grieves an unimaginable loss, she also speaks to the added pain of being denied compassion and accountability when her family needed it most.

The Ilderton Family

“No one would quote me a homeowner’s policy, all because I had to use my homeowner’s insurance once.”

Esther shares how water damage upended both her elderly mother’s home and her own—revealing how difficult it can be to recover when insurance support falls short. After years of paying premiums faithfully, her family was left fronting repair costs, navigating delays, and facing long-term consequences for simply filing a claim.

Farm Fresh Fast

“Insurance is supposed to protect and cover you.”

Jonathan Willis shares the story behind the rise and collapse of his South Carolina restaurant Farm Fresh Fast, built from his belief in the power of nutrition, community, and hard work. After opening locations in Greenville and Simpsonville, Jonathan’s business was devastated by Hurricane Helene, resulting in tens of thousands of dollars in spoiled food. […]

The Moon Family

“They didn’t give us the home that we were promised.”

Brianna Moon shares how the home she and her husband bought brand new for their family has become a source of fear, stress, and uncertainty. From structural cracks and water damage to safety concerns for their children, the family feels trapped in a house they were promised would be safe and livable.

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These stories show what happens when insurance companies fail to treat people fairly. Families and small businesses across our state are left waiting, denied, or ignored. Their voices remind us why fairness matters and why South Carolina needs a system that protects its people.