Driving under the influence convictions can have lasting effects, including increased insurance rates and denied job applications. If you are facing DUI charges, fighting those charges may be your best chance. There are many misconceptions out there that a DUI charge...
Given the dangerous outcomes of driving under the influence, the state of North Carolina issues serious consequences for violations of this law. For CDL license holders, the repercussions of a DUI may immediately impact their job and career. People facing DUI charges...
Physical injuries, damaged property and ongoing financial repercussions can all happen as the result of a car accident in North Carolina. Knowing that you were innocent can exacerbate your frustration. In a situation where you suffered because of another's negligence,...
During 2020, there were fewer drivers on the roads. Because denser traffic increases the risk of motor vehicle accidents, many researchers expected that the number of collisions would decrease. They were wrong. Across the United States, the incidence of fatal motor...
Some professionals say that the opioid crisis in North Carolina and around the United States has partially been caused by the justice system's mishandling of addicts during and after incarceration. Proponents of rehabilitation for those convicted of drug crimes say...
Whether it is off to the park, going to the grocery store or just taking a joy ride, many North Carolina residents take their dog companions with them in the car. However, too many people do not think to restrain their animal in the car. It can create a seriously...
Backing out of a parking spot or a driveway can be a tedious task for many when blind spots develop. While some vehicles have significant glass in the model design allowing for elimination of blind spots when backing up, some vehicles such as commercial and cargo vans...
Law enforcement officers in North Carolina have used police lineups for decades to narrow their search for criminal suspects. However, this practice has faced heavy scrutiny in recent times from officials concerned with both the accuracy and procedure regarding police...
If you've just moved to North Carolina from another state, you might be wondering if you still have a DUI conviction on your record. You weren't arrested in this state, so why should you have to deal with the consequences in this state? However, a DUI conviction--and...
You were likely relieved to learn that your teen or young adult child survived a car accident. However, if someone else died in the crash, your son or daughter could face a criminal charge of misdemeanor death by motor vehicle in North Carolina. Although you cannot...
