Intoxication is typically voluntary, which is why the authorities come down so hard on drunk drivers. You knew you were drunk, you knew driving would put others in danger, and you chose to do it anyway.But what if you didn't know you were drunk? What if you actually...
Month: May 2017
Pets may become bargaining chips in divorce
If you get into a contentious divorce with your spouse, he or she may look for bargaining chips to use against you. One of these could simply be the family dog.Technically, the court views pets as property. However, you know that it goes far beyond that. You have a...
Young woman killed in car accident after graduation party
Three young people who were at a graduation party in North Carolina piled into a small Toyota Scion to head home. The driver of the Scion was a 21-year-old man, as was the passenger in the front seat. Behind them in the rear seat, without her seat belt on, was a...
Zero tolerance means the 0.08 limit does not apply
The common perception is that you need to have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 to be charged with a DUI. This is not always true. You can be charged if you blow into a breathalyzer and your BAC is over the limit. However, just coming in under the limit does not...
Cycling accidents increase in the summer
North Carolina Department of Transportation estimates that 20 bicyclists are killed each year in the state while riding their bicycle. About 960 bicycles are involved in accidents with other motorists. Watch for Me NC is a campaign designed to bring awareness to...
Can you set traps for people who break into your house?
You move into a new area, and the neighborhood isn't the best. You're worried that someone is going to break into your house, either while you're there or when you're at work. You decide to set traps that can deter them, protecting your assets and your family. Is this...