North Carolina Law Blog
Watch out for signs of a TBI after a crash
Not all injuries are immediately apparent after a serious car accident. And, unfortunately, these injuries often end up being some of the most life-changing – or life-threatening. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that car accidents are one...
What should you know before filing for divorce?
When a marriage comes to an end, it’s easy to be overcome by negative emotions and frustrations resulting from the deterioration of a once-loving relationship. Those feelings can affect everyone around you and potentially cloud your ability to make good decisions....
How accurate are breath tests?
When police pull someone over under suspicion of drunk driving, their first step is often to conduct a field sobriety test. This process frequently includes a breath test. The first device that tested breath for alcohol was developed in 1938. Since then, companies...
Fewer car crashes, but more fatalities in North Carolina during lockdown
It should not surprise anyone that police in North Carolina are reporting fewer car accidents since the governor's stay-at-home order first went into effect on March 30. With highway traffic down as much as 50%, it makes sense that fewer cars, trucks and SUVs on the...
Three things to know about divorce and your finances
It is normal to worry about money. Financial worries are one of the biggest issues for individuals going through divorce. Few people have a strong grasp of property division or the financial steps you will need to take during divorce. At the moment, you may not know...
What are the three different types of manslaughter?
Manslaughter, on a basic level, is a murder that was committed without malicious intent. The courts argue that because manslaughter does not require intent, it is more moral. Therefore, the sentencing is lower than murder. Unlike some states, North Carolina has three...
How does child support work in North Carolina?
Raising children is less expensive under one roof than two. But if you’re getting divorced, this arrangement is likely no longer an option. You may worry about meeting your children’s basic needs and providing them the lifestyle they had before your divorce. By...
How to identify the signs of a reckless driver
With the goal of making roads as safe as possible, car companies continue to advance their safety features year after year. Although these companies have made incredible strides, driving is still considered one of the most dangerous activities. Whether you are driving...
Understanding North Carolina court fees and fines
Court fines and fees have been a recent conversation topic among North Carolina lawmakers. Several advocacy groups, like the North Carolina Fines and Fees Coalition (NCFFC), seek to raise awareness on the impact court fines and fees have on low-income communities....
How is white collar crime different for women?
The topic of white collar crime can bring up the mental image of middle-aged men in business suits. This stereotype downplays the wide range of people who can be accused of white collar crimes. As you may expect, North Carolina residents of any age, financial status,...
