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Yearly Archives: 2021
Understanding temporary protected status
United Stated immigration laws have several provisions that allow immigrants to remain in this country without a valid passport, visa, green card or full-fledged citizenship. One of the most helpful of such provisions is “temporary protected status.” Understanding the reach of this provision can allow…
What is the impact of truck driver fatigue?
Truck accidents can result in extensive physical, financial and emotional damages for victims of truck accidents. Truck driver fatigue can be dangerous and may result in truck accidents so it is important to understand the impacts of truck driver fatigue. Fatigue makes it difficult to…
What benefits can I get after a work injury?
Most North Carolina residents who suffer a work-related injury or illness will be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Residents of the Charlotte area should bear in mind that injuries and illness can develop over time and still be work-related; they need not be the…
Alcohol believed to be factor in head-on crash near Hickory
Head-on collisions are always difficult to explain. Why does one vehicle, apparently under control of its driver, suddenly switch lands and hit a vehicle in the oncoming lane? A recent collision near Hickory raises a number of questions, to which police have only a few…
Can I sue for my injuries if I am an undocumented immigrant?
Many undocumented immigrants fail to file a personal injury claim because they believe that they will face deportation if they do this. Not only is this belief false, but it also affects immigrants because they end up paying for another’s mistakes when they shouldn’t have…
One, dead one seriously injured in Charlotte tractor-trailer crash
A stretch of I-77 near Woodlawn Road in Charlotte was the scene of a fatal car accident. The crash occurred early Monday morning after a tractor-trailer flipped over, setting in motion a chain of accidents. According to police, six different vehicles were involved. First responders…
North Carolina crime rate higher than U.S. average
This blog often discusses crime throughout our area and the importance of strong criminal defenses for those accused of those crimes. While it may seem like people are accused of criminal activities excessively in North Carolina and Charlotte, generally, as it turns out, it is…
Lawful permanent resident to naturalized citizen: the basics
For many lawful permanent residents in the United States, their ultimate goal is to apply for naturalization and become a citizen. The process can be complex and time-consuming, but it’s important to have at least a general understanding of the requirements. Time matters There are…
Do you know the extent of your right to remain silent?
Most people know that they have the right to remain silent. But the extent of this right is oftentimes lost on those who don’t practice criminal defense. This can leave you at a significant disadvantage when dealing with the police, and it can put you…
Risky driving behaviors lead to more accidents
There were many events that got people’s attention during 2020, but one trend in traffic incidents has come to light only after looking in the rearview mirror. A recent report from the National Safety Council (NSC) revealed that even though fewer drivers were on the…
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