Tiralango v. Balfry

WALLER, Justice:

We granted a writ of certiorari to review the Court of Appeals’ decision in Tiralango v. Balfry, 329 S.C. 228, 495 S.E.2d 234 (Ct.App.1997). We reverse.

FACTS

Tiralango, a New York resident, and Balfry, a Quebec resident, were involved in an auto accident in Myrtle Beach on April 5, 1992. A police report showing Balfry’s address was prepared on the day of the accident. However, Tiralango did not learn the address until he wrote for and received a copy of the police report, approximately one month later. Tiralango filed a summons and complaint against Balfry on March 21, 1995. He…