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...
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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...
Why truck crashes are more devastating
Truck accidents are easily the most deadly crashes on North Carolina highways. The sheer size and potential for jack-knifing when accidents occur makes them particularly catastrophic mishaps. Standard automobiles and SUVs cannot provide ample protection when...
What circumstances should be considered before a divorce?
The state of North Carolina allows you to seek a divorce at any time, for any reason, and without the need for your spouse's approval. However, just because you have the ability to end your marriage doesn't necessarily mean it's the best decision. Let's take a look at...
North Carolina police are on high alert for speeding this summer
Police throughout the country are looking to crack down on a potential fresh wave of speeding offenses. Drivers who see roads emptier than usual may be tempted to go faster, which has resulted in an increase in accidents over the past year. Accidents have gone up...
How a DUI can affect college students
College students in the midst of newly found adulthood may not be fully aware of the consequences of drinking and driving. While many know that there is a chance of facing jail time, revoked or suspended licenses, or fines, they may not know about how a DWI can...
What should property owners do to prevent fall accidents throughout the year?
With the amount of sunshine, rain and sometimes even snow that North Carolina gets throughout the year, it is crucial for business and property owners to make sure their property is properly maintained. If they do not take the necessary precautions for their...
Why North Carolina truck accidents are different
When you are involved in a crash in North Carolina, you might sustain injuries and economic losses. An accident involving a large truck can be much more dangerous, however. Truck accidents differ from other motor vehicle accidents in several important ways, and injury...
What are some common causes of car accidents in North Carolina?
Nobody thinks they're going to get into an accident when they get behind the wheel of a car in North Carolina. Yet, thousands of accidents happen every year. You can't predict exactly what's going to happen on the road, but you can take precautions to ensure that you...