Most of us know that when we are driving and encounter a funeral procession, we should pull over and allow them to pass. That's just what one 21-year-old North Carolina man tried to do, but unfortunately another driver ignored the courtesy and slammed into the rear of...
If you are a military service member who is contemplating divorce, you may wonder what challenges you will face, as there are some significant differences between a civilian and a military divorce.Some of the most important differences involve the service of process,...
It is no secret that distracted driving has become a major concern in North Carolina and across the country. According to statistics compiled by the North Carolina Department of Transportation in the years between 2008 and 2013 there have been approximately 50,000...
Tragedy recently struck the East Carolina University campus community when a 20-year-old student died after succumbing to the injuries he suffered in an accident that occurred on Sunday, May 15.The two-vehicle accident happened in Greenville at approximately 2 p.m. on...
If you live in the state of North Carolina and want to get your support order altered, it is possible to do so if certain conditions are met. Below are some of the circumstances in which it is possible to change an order.Those incarcerated in jail or prison may be...
Some attorneys avoid discussing plea bargains with their clients out of a desire not to be perceived as unwilling to take a case to trial. Yet plea bargains are common components of the American justice system and make up approximately 90 percent of the total criminal...
Nobody likes to ponder one's own mortality, but making a will is a necessity to avoid distribution of your assets in a manner in which you never intended. Below are the specifics of North Carolina laws that deal with property distribution of residents who die...
It's fair to say that the consequences for a driving under the influence conviction here in North Carolina have far-reaching consequences. Let's review some of them.First and most importantly, a DUI conviction can land an offender behind bars. In addition to the time...
As if dealing with the fallout of divorce or breakup isn't hard enough, the upcoming summer break can add additional challenges to your custody situation and stress load.While many parents address school holidays in detail in their parenting plans, not every...
If you are a North Carolina parent who either pays or receives child support, you may have some questions about the process. Below are some common questions and answers. What are the consequences of not paying child support? It's never a good idea to ignore child...
