Drivers in North Carolina are advised to look out for several serious driving hazards this summer. This season comes with increased risk to drivers and pedestrians alike. Knowing the most common causes of accidents will help drivers know what to look out for. These...
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Penalties you can get for traffic offenses
Most people think of a traffic offense as an inconvenience more than anything. While that is true, traffic offenses can lead to long-term consequences for the driver, especially if it becomes a recurrent problem. Some traffic offenses are more common than others, and...
Compensation after a car crash
If another party is responsible for causing an accident, you may have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit. A number of parties may be liable including the other driver in the crash, the vehicle manufacturer or agency responsible for maintaining the North...
Handling slip and fall accidents in North Carolina
There are many reasons why premises liability law exists. One of them is to keep people safe from preventable accidents and to ensure that property owners are held accountable for their negligence. A common premises liability claim is for slip and fall accidents....
Tips for driving in low or bright light
As the days start to get shorter, there is a good chance that you'll be on the road as the sun rises in the morning or sets at night. Furthermore, as the sun's angle gets lower in the sky, you may be more vulnerable to driving during periods of extremely bright or low...
Summer driving brings deadly risks
Drivers of all ages must worry about their safety throughout the year. When summertime arrives, they may need to be additionally careful. Summer vacations bring more people to the roads in North Carolina, potentially increasing traffic dangers. Teen drivers may not be...
Does my luxury car have a dangerous recall notice?
Driving a Mercedes comes with a certain feeling of luxury. When you own one of these vehicles, you expect a specific standard of safety and quality. It can be challenging to keep track of recall notices. Sometimes they get lost in the mail. Other times, it can be a...
Knowing the types and signs of distracted driving
Distracted driving is becoming an increasingly prevalent problem on roads in North Carolina. Drivers who're distracted can cause motor vehicle accidents and result in serious injuries or fatalities. There are many different types of distractions that can lead to a...
Grandparents Could Seek Visits After Dad’s Death
Berry, Ertel, "Grandparents Could Seek Visits After Dad’s Death" North Carolina Lawyers Weekly, May 10, 2004, Page Cite: 17NCLW0209 In this article, Dunn attorney Parrish Hayes Daughtry, of Hayes, Williams, Turner & Daughtry, P.A., mentions: "Although the...
Have you created an estate plan for the new year?
In North Carolina, the new year is a time for resolutions and to think about the future. It's also a time when you should start estate planning. If you have not yet started thinking about your estate, there are certain things you should consider. Beneficiaries When...