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Serious injuries can follow slip-and-fall accidents

Charlotte residents may not think of slips and falls as causes of serious accidents and injuries. However, every year many Americans end up in hospitals with complex and devastating injuries that were caused by slips, trips, and tumbles. When the causes of those accidents are…

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Defending against DWI charges in North Carolina

Facing a possible criminal conviction for a DWI in North Carolina can be overwhelming, particularly if it is the first time you have been arrested. A criminal defense attorney in your area can review your case and prepare a defense strategy to reduce your sentence…

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What Steps Are Needed After A Collision?

Drivers need to be consistently alert to all the factors that could lead to a collision. Though the moments directly after a crash can be incredibly jarring for drivers and passengers, there are some necessary steps those involved must take. The first steps a driver…

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H1B visa rules may change

The United States has a H1B visa program that is intended to admit bankers, technologists, and other workers with advanced skills into this country. This year, the federal government reduced immigration and entry under this program. The results of the recent presidential election, however, could…

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What happens at the first court hearing after charges are filed?

Many Charlotte area residents have found themselves on the other side of the law. Unfortunately, facing a criminal charge can be a serious matter and there are many complexities. If a person has been arrested for a crime, they may be confused by the process…

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Two men charged with trafficking cocaine and meth

Law enforcement agencies resort to many different techniques to detect criminal behavior. One of the most frequently used technique is a highway interdiction, that is, the stopping automobiles to check for possession of prohibited substances. A recent interdiction on I-85 resulted in the arrest of…

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What can you recover after your car accident?

If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, then you’re probably worried about a lot right now. The most immediate concerns probably relate to your physical health and your financial wellbeing. After all, a car accident can leave both devastated. Many car accident victims don’t…

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What happens if you refuse a breath test?

Most people know that taking a breath test at a traffic stop can show that they have a blood alcohol content (BAC) over the legal limit. This knowledge may leave you to wonder whether you can refuse the breath test in order to avoid drunk…

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What is asylum in an immigration legal case?

There are many reasons that individuals move to the United States. For some, job opportunities cause them to pick up from their home countries and relocate. For others, love and relationships may be the impetus for international relocations. Whatever the reason, an individual generally needs…

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North Carolina not enforcing workers’ anti-retaliation law

North Carolina law prohibits retaliation against workers who may file work-related injury claims and reveal safety hazards and wage-and-hours violations. But the state’s weak enforcement record on this Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act jeopardizes workers’ compensation and other worker rights. REDA REDA was passed one year…

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