S.C. Code Ann. § 41-8-60 – Commencement of action to collect civil penalty; review of assessment

(A) In each case where a civil penalty assessed by the director pursuant to Section 41-8-50(D)(1) is not paid within sixty days, the director shall bring an action against the assessed employer for collection of the penalty. An action commenced by the director shall be brought in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 23 of Title 1 of the South Carolina Code of Laws.
(B) A private employer may seek review of the director's assessment of a civil penalty or disciplinary action pursuant to Section 41-8-50 with the Administrative Law Court, and the action shall be brought in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 23 of Title 1 of the South Carolina Code of Laws.