If a police officer suspects you of driving while impaired in North Carolina, you're likely to get pulled over. When this happens, officers often ask the people they pull over to perform a field sobriety test. But should you perform this test for a police officer?...
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Reports dispute accuracy of fingerprint analysis
Some people might assume that if law enforcement says that a person's fingerprints are found at a North Carolina crime scene, the person was probably there. However, according to the American Association for the Advancement of Science, fingerprint analysis, which has...
What mistakes often happen after a car crash?
Individuals involved in an auto accident might need to engage in quick thinking. One of the first steps to take after a vehicle wreck in North Carolina is the driver checking on his or her condition and passengers. Many people understand the importance of checking for...
Jail time possible for misdemeanor death by motor vehicle
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...
Protecting students from the effects of the opioid crisis
The opioid crisis is a national emergency. Across North Carolina and the rest of the country, opioid addiction is costing people their health, jobs and even lives. Whether it is a prescription drug like oxycodone or an illicit substance like heroin, opioids have high...
The Results Are In For The 2021 North Carolina Super Lawyers List
We are pleased to announce that Woody White, at Woody White Law PLLC, has been selected to the 2021 North Carolina Super Lawyers ® list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in North Carolina. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson...
What should you do if you’re accused of car insurance fraud?
Every year, hundreds of people in North Carolina attempt to commit car insurance fraud. Sometimes, it's a deliberate attempt to scam their insurance company. Other times, it's a simple mistake that leads to charges of fraud. Whatever the case, it's important to find...
Does a conviction require a unanimous jury vote?
One of the constitutional rights of individuals in North Carolina and the rest of the United States is the right to a trial by jury. This is an important right because an individual is considered innocent until he or she is proven guilty by a court of law. The Supreme...
What makes truck accidents different from car accidents?
If you're injured in a car accident in North Carolina, you might know who to contact to receive compensation. However, truck accidents operate differently. If you're hit by a commercial vehicle, you might be surprised to learn that the driver isn't always the only one...
Accidents that involve uninsured drivers
North Carolina residents are required by law to possess liability insurance if they own a motor vehicle. However, some drivers neglect this responsibility, and the number of motorists who drive without liability insurance increases whenever the economy takes a...


