Horry County Schools reached a settlement recently in a lawsuit filed by the guardians of an eight‑year‑old girl.

The child’s arm was pinched in a school bus door in the past.

The lawsuit alleged that the driver did not observe required safety rules.

Both parties agreed to the deal, but the terms were kept confidential.

The accident occurred on a county school bus in the area.

The family initiated the case subsequent to the accident.

No further details were released.