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The hidden costs of a DWI in North Carolina
Many residents of North Carolina understand that driving while intoxicated carries many risks. These go beyond the statutory penalties for operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content above the legal maximum of 0.08%. Many people do not fully understand the complete picture of…
How to address contributory negligence in your car accident case
A personal injury lawsuit can be an effective means of recovering the compensation you need to offset damages suffered after a car accident. But you bear the burden of proof in this type of case, meaning that the onus is on you to gather and…
Do you need these experts in your car accident case?
You need both physical and testimonial evidence to support your personal injury case. And you need this evidence to be compelling, persuading the defense to offer you a favorable settlement or convincing a jury that you should be awarded the compensation you seek. One of…
What’s the true financial impact of a DWI conviction?
On top of a possible jail sentence and license suspension, a court may impose a fine that you have to pay if you’ve been convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in North Carolina. Depending on the number of prior offenses you’ve committed and the degree…
Facing a workers’ compensation claim denial
If you are injured at work, you face a challenging path to receiving benefits while getting healthy. After your injury, you followed the protocols, submitted the required documents, and filed for workers’ compensation claims. However, you received a letter denying your claim a few days…
Petitioning your family to come to the U.S. on an R-1 visa
The United States offers lots of opportunities for foreign nationals. One way is through the R-1 nonimmigrant visa. This is mainly for religious workers who want to work temporarily with non-profit religious organizations. As these individuals establish their lives in the U.S., it’s natural for…
Should you settle your car accident personal injury case?
As an immigrant in the United States, it can take some time to get your feet under you. Grinding it out day in and day out can get tiring, but you can secure the life that you want for you and your family. Unfortunately, all…
Drug trafficking in North Carolina: What you need to know
The possession of illegal drugs in North Carolina is already one of the more serious criminal offenses anyone can face. However, allegations of drug trafficking lead to far stricter penalties for conviction. Unlike the offense of possession, trafficking convictions are also based on weight instead…
Can you choose your own doctor in a workers’ comp case?
Whether you suffer an illness or injury that requires medical attention, you want to be certain that whoever attends to your needs is the right healthcare provider for the job. This is true whether your illness or injury is job-related or otherwise. However, in North…
Habitual impaired driving – when a history of DWIs bites back
North Carolina is one of the strictest U.S. states when it comes to the enforcement of drinking and driving laws. A conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in the state doesn’t just lead to fines and jail time. Depending on factors during the offense –…
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