KellyGram – A Big Weekend for the “Golf Capital of the World”

Greetings! I continue to split my time between Columbia and Myrtle Beach, and I truly enjoy both places equally. My work with the Mike Kelly Law Group keeps me moving between the two, and with both communities being so vibrant and full of energy, there’s always something happening no matter where I lay my head.

That was especially true this past weekend when Myrtle Beach became the center of the golfing world as the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic took place at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club. The Dunes Club is a spectacular setting for a tournament, and showcased the “golf capital of the world” in the best possible light. It brought a multi-million-dollar boost to the Grand Strand’s tourism industry, and as a longtime (and proudly mediocre) golfer, I loved every minute of it! I watched the entire televised broadcast on Sunday, and the finish was every bit as exciting, if not more so, than the Truist Open in Charlotte.

With the success of the tournament’s first three years, I’m optimistic it will continue for many years to come, bringing tremendous public-relations value and financial benefits to the Grand Strand. If you have even a passing interest in golf, I encourage you to check it out next year, May 13-16, 2027. Wishing everyone a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!

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Have a great rest of the week and weekend!

Mike Kelly

KellyGram – The Real Impact of Workers’ Compensation Delays

As many of you know, I’ve spent my career working in Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, and Social Security/Disability. Today, I want to remind my friends that delays from Workers’ Comp insurance companies in approving timely medical care have become increasingly frustrating. However, there is a path forward and no one has to walk it alone.

One of our clients at the Mike Kelly Law Group, a dedicated chef injured on the job, has been waiting nearly a year for the surgery he needs to return to work. Although he is fortunate to still receive weekly benefits (unlike many others who are left with nothing), he continues to struggle financially on two-thirds his former income, and emotionally as he endures daily pain without the treatment he deserves.

These challenges are real, but so is our commitment. Sometimes the most important service a law firm can provide is fighting relentlessly to secure medical care that will help someone reclaim their health, their livelihood, and their hope for the future.

If you ever find yourself in this situation, please make sure you have a strong advocate on your side – and I would be honored if you chose me. Wishing everyone a brighter and healthier spring.

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Have a great rest of the week and weekend!

Mike Kelly

KellyGram – After the Madness, Carolina Pride Endures

March has now come and gone, but what a month it was! March has always been very special to me. We get to celebrate my Patron Saint’s holiday, St. Patrick’s Day – fitting, since my oldest son is named “Patrick Michael Kelly,” about as Irish a name as you can find. We also get the blooming of the azaleas, one of the true rites of spring here in the South.

And then, of course, we close out the month with March Madness. I love every team that wears the Gamecock logo, and right now I’ve still got one horse in the race: Dawn Staley’s Lady Gamecocks. We’ve even got an office pool going, and my wife, Laura, is absolutely demolishing the field!

All in all, it’s a great time to be alive in the great state of South Carolina. Here’s to carrying that spirit forward!

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Mike Kelly

KellyGram – My Practice in 2026

I have never been more excited about my practice. Over the past year, I’ve refined my focus to three primary areas: Social Security/Disability, Workers’ Compensation, and Personal Injury. While I tend to collaborate with attorneys outside the firm on Personal Injury matters, I remain deeply involved in each and every case. Personal Injury work is often the most lucrative because of the pain-and-suffering component, and many cases naturally overlap across all three practice areas. For example, a Workers’ Compensation claim may stem from a third-party Personal Injury, such as a work-related motor vehicle accident, and ultimately lead to a Social Security/Disability claim.

My Workers’ Compensation practice continues to challenge and intrigue me. No two cases are alike. They range from the garden-variety back or leg injury to complex matters involving environmental exposure or long-term occupational hazards. That variety keeps me sharp and fully engaged.

If I’m honest, the most personally rewarding work I do involves Social Security and Disability claims. Now that I’m north of 70 and still fully committed to my profession, I have a deep appreciation for how life-altering it is when someone is unable to work due to a physical or mental impairment – or a combination of both. Thanks to my exceptional staff, we’ve had a strong record of favorable decisions. For many claimants, Social Security benefits along with Medicare or Medicaid is nothing short of life-changing, providing stability and benefits for the long term.

I would be honored for you to entrust me and the Mike Kelly Law Group team with any needs you may have in these three areas. And if your issue falls outside of our focus, please still reach out – and I will always be happy to connect you with the right legal professional.

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Have a great rest of the week and weekend!

Mike Kelly

KellyGram – Reenergized and Ready to Serve

At my age, I’ve lived through plenty of cold winters and enjoyed many glorious spring seasons. But honestly, I cannot remember a winter in recent years as dreary as the one we’ve had here in the great state of South Carolina. I am more than ready for spring, and more than ready to break out the shorts and golf shirts again! I’m sure my friends north of the Mason-Dixon line would get a good laugh out of that, but I am ready for some warm weather!

Spring always brings a surge of energy for me. My creativity flows more freely, and I feel inspired to ramp up the Mike Kelly Law Group’s ability to serve others with purpose.

People often ask me when I’m planning to retire. My answer? As long as I’m physically and mentally able to help others (and, let’s be honest, get paid for it), why would I retire? I love what I do, and I plan to continue doing it as long as the good Lord allows.

My dream team of paralegals and I are ready and eager to serve you. In the upcoming editions of the Kellygram, I’ll be spotlighting each member of my team one by one. Stay tuned – spring is coming, and so are the stories!

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Have a great rest of the week and weekend!

Mike Kelly

KellyGram – One Proud Dad

I have been blessed beyond measure with clients, relationships, employees, friends, and family. Today I want to give a shoutout to my two sons, Patrick and Mac. Through marriage, I have three more children whom I also love, and together we have 11 grandchildren! But among all these blessings, I first want to go back to where it all began: my two greatest blessings, Patrick and Mac.

Patrick arrived first, full of energy. Today he is 42 and still manages to pack the hours tight. Along with his significant other, Caitlyn, he somehow balances three jobs all while being the world’s best dad. Watching him juggle it all is like watching a magic trick I’ve seen a thousand times but never stop admiring.

Then there is my baby boy, Mac. Though he is now 39, in my mind I still see the determined little child who faced the world on his own terms. Growing up on the spectrum came with its challenges, but Mac met each one with quiet persistence that taught me just as much as I taught him. Today, he works for the South Carolina Office of the Attorney General. Pride doesn’t even begin to cover it.

And of course, no story about my boys would be complete without mentioning the great divide in our home: one is a devoted Gamecock and one a die-hard Tiger. Let’s just say football season is a very interesting time in my household! (Go Cocks!!!)

When I look at Patrick and Mac and the family we’ve grown, I am reminded just how lucky I am. These two have given me more reasons to be proud than I could ever count.

Have a great week!

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Have a great rest of the week and weekend!

Mike Kelly

KellyGram – Welcome to 2026!

Welcome to 2026!

About five years ago, I started writing a “Kellygram’ to keep in touch with my clients, former clients, and friends. During a transitional phase in my practice, which now begins my 49th year (unbelievable!), I have decided to resurrect periodic communication with my friends.

I am now splitting my time almost equally between Columbia and Myrtle Beach, but my slimmed-down team and I stand ready to represent clients all over South Carolina – especially in the Midlands and the Grand Strand! If I say so myself, I have a great team of paralegals that have my and your back! I will proceed in the coming weeks to introduce them one by one. They share my belief that helping clients is a high honor and privilege. I assure you that we will do our best every single day to honor that commitment.

Our world is in a perilous time, and it is our duty as human beings to try in our own small way to make our existence on Earth a better place. God bless and Happy New Year!

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Have a great week!

Mike Kelly

KellyGram – Remembering 9/11

It was 23 years ago, when one of the most tragic events in world history occurred. The Twin Towers of the World Trade Center collapsed, due to a coordinated terrorist attack. Nineteen terrorists hijacked and crashed four planes- two in the North and South Towers, one into the Pentagon and a fourth crashed into an empty field in Pennsylvania after the passengers fought back. Everyone except for our youngest KellyGram subscribers will remember where they were on that day. I was in my office at the Suggs & Kelly Law Center when one of my fellow lawyers called me over to a television which was showing live footage of this horrific act. We were all left speechless and in complete shock at what we were witnessing.

I think it is important to take the time and remember the victims of this tragedy and one of the best ways to do that is through learning, such as watching a documentary or reading a book. On Sunday night my favorite TV show aired a repeat of a documentary prepared by 60 Minutes titled, “9/11: The FDNY.” Just like my mother and father before me, wherever I am, if possible, I am going to be sitting in front of the TV watching 60 Minutes. I think they do an outstanding job of giving details on the major stories of our times and never have they done a better job than their coverage of this tragic event. Its focus was primarily on the lives of the heroic first responders and their actions on this day 23 years ago. I highly recommend watching this documentary as a form of respect, education and remembrance of 9/11. May we never forget the 2,977 victims who lost their lives, their families and those who survived. God Bless America!

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Have a great rest of the week and weekend!

Mike Kelly

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Kelly Gram – Fall Football Season

It’s that Time of Year Again- Let’s play some Football!

I am truly blessed to have experienced life for as long as I have and as far as I know am in good health. I continue to work a busy schedule between my offices in Columbia and Myrtle Beach. Even though each day is a blessing, I am always excited about this time of the year as Fall is approaching. It is the beginning of the new school year for our children and grandchildren (mine started first grade last week at Rosewood Elementary) AND the start of the college football season. While I will continue to root for my Atlanta Braves to make the playoffs again this year despite injuries, nothing excites me like college football especially in the SEC. My neighbor Shane Beamer has a very difficult schedule ahead of him, but I have confidence that he will coach the players up to be competitive whenever they play. My beloved Gamecocks’ first game is August 31st against Old Dominion University, and I cannot wait for the season to kick off!

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Mike Kelly

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KellyGram – Mike Kelly Law Group Marketing Plan

During my many years of practice, first with Suggs & Kelly for twenty-four years and now the Mike Kelly Law Group for twenty years coming up on September 1st, I have been through all kinds of marketing consultants, TV, and radio ads and most recently the internet. Our friends and clients have blessed us where we no longer need media advertisements, and no one wants to see my face on a billboard! LOL! We are honored that we receive our referrals from past clients, present clients, lawyers, medical doctors, other professionals, and our wonderful Google reviews!

As we approach our 20th Anniversary as the Mike Kelly Law Group, we deeply appreciate the referrals, the kind words, and the positive accolades. It keeps us in business doing what we love, and we are extremely grateful for all of them!

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