A lot of traffic stops evolve into drug busts with one simple question. The officer starts by asking, casually enough, "Do you mind if I look around your car?"If you know that you don't have any illegal drugs in your possession, you might be tempted to shrug and tell...
Month: December 2018
Common locations where slip-and-fall injuries occur
Slipping and falling can cause various injuries, including sprains, fractures and brain trauma. According to recent statistics, slip-and-fall accidents account for approximately 1 million emergency room visits each year. Due to the severity of this issue, it is...
When your current employer hands you a noncompete agreement
Even if you didn't sign a noncompete agreement when you started your job, you still may need to know how to handle the issue if you're asked to sign one. More and more employers are using noncompete agreements to protect their interests. It's a wise business move for...
Traveling for the holidays? Stay safe with these tips
"Over the river and through the woods to grandmother's house" no longer applies to most Americans. These days, holiday travel usually takes families out of town -- and maybe out of state.To stay safe on your holiday travels, here are some reminders of what you need to...
North Carolina man wins new trial over self-defense
A 33-year-old North Carolina man won a victory in the state's appellate court over his 2017 conviction for murder. The court has ordered a new trial in the case.According to the court, the jurors in the original case were not given proper notice of the state's...