It can be hard enough dealing with other vehicles on the road swerving around you or stopping suddenly, but a driver who continually stares at other places inside or outside their car can put others in danger. Truck drivers in particular need to stay vigilant since...
Wilmington Criminal Defense Law Blog
How do you handle police at your door?
When authorities show up at the door, it can feel like a nerve-wracking experience for just about anyone. Many people may slip up in their panic and accidentally give police more access to their homes than necessary. Thus, it is important for everyone to know their...
How does drug court work in North Carolina?
When you face a drug-related criminal charge in North Carolina, the charge may result from actions you take due to a substance dependency, such as a reliance on opiates or cocaine. Many offenders facing drug charges would likely not find themselves in this position...
Will I serve jail time for a DUI?
The state of North Carolina takes driving under the influence very seriously. Even the slightest first offense can result in jail time. The charges regarding DUI can bridge from misdemeanor to felony. The classification of your offense determines the amount of jail...
Micromobility devices and traffic accidents
Whether you enjoy riding an e-bike, e-scooter or hoverboard, it is important to understand the risks that you face whenever you ride near traffic. If you become involved in an accident while riding one of these micromobility devices, you are especially vulnerable, and...
Are school buses without safety belts safe?
After a head-on collision between a dump truck and a school bus injured 14 students in south Charlotte, some people question whether school buses that lack safety belts are safe. Though both the driver of the dump truck and the school bus faced serious injuries,...
How do drug amounts factor into drug trafficking charges?
Some North Carolina parents fear their teen or young adult children will have to deal with a drug charge. The severity of drug offenses varies. A minor drug conviction may result in little jail time and modest fines. However, a more severe charge like drug trafficking...
What will you gain from using an ignition interlock device?
Driving under the influence in North Carolina carries consequences that could disrupt your life. Costly monetary fines, loss of driving privileges and even jail time could result from a DUI charge. Sometimes, you might have the option of using an ignition interlock...
What are the dangers of an unbalanced truck?
Big commercial trucks provide a valuable service because they carry large loads of supplies or other materials across long distances. If you see one of these trucks approach, you should feel confident that the truck does not pose a danger to you. A semi-truck might...
North Carolina traffic deaths hit record highs in 2021
Last year was a particularly deadly one on North Carolina's roadways, with more people dying in traffic crashes across the state than in any other year on record. Many fatal crashes that took place statewide had similar contributing factors, including alcohol, speed...