Car accidents can often occur out of nowhere, even when you are following traffic laws. A pleasant drive on a sunny Sunday afternoon can turn into a catastrophic nightmare. Such a sudden change can be both bewildering and exasperating. This was precisely the...
Month: May 2011
North Carolina men to face charges for heroin
Drug charges can negatively affect educational opportunities and employment prospects. Many job applications ask for detailed information about any previous criminal history, including any drug charges. Prospective employers may require a detailed background check...
City of Wilmington hopes to step up DUI enforcement
Downtown Wilmington is home to many popular bars. Over the past few years, customers at those bars have noticed increased police presence around closing time. Now, the Wilmington Police Department says they hope to add even more patrols to the area.For the many...
North Carolina car accident victim injured, mistaken for thief
A car accident of any kind, no matter how serious, can be incredibly frightening. A car accident that causes injuries can be very traumatic for crash victims. A Raleigh, North Carolina, man experienced that fear and trauma firsthand following a serious car accident...
North Carolina teen killed in fatal car accident
A 19-year-old North Carolina girl was killed last week in a two-car crash. The fatal car accident occurred in Elizabeth City at the intersection of Peartree Road and Pitts Chapel Road. According to the North Carolina Highway Patrol, the Virginia Beach teenager was...
Car accident in North Carolina claims the life of teen
Driving reckelessly can be dangerous and can often result in fatal crashes and even death. This past week, a North Carolina teen has been charged with misdemeanor death by vehicle following the car crash that killed his 17-year-old friend. According to investigators,...
Fake money used to purchase video game consoles and burgers
Facing criminal charges can be daunting. But when you are charged with a federal crime, things can become complicated and confusing quickly. Federal crimes can include drug charges, income tax fraud, and even mortgage fraud.But two men were recently charged with the...
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in North Carolina
When a motorcyclist is involved in a collision, he or she lacks the protection that an automobile offers to its passengers. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a motorcyclist is 37 times more likely to die in a vehicle...
Welcome to Our Wilmington and Southeastern, NC Criminal Defense Blog
When you are charged with a crime, a knowledgeable and dedicated criminal defense lawyer is essential to ensure that your rights are protected. North Carolina's legal system can be confusing and intimidating, with a unique set of rules and a language of its own. An...