Waynesville North Carolina Legal Blog
A drug conviction may make you ineligible for federal student aid
If you attend the University of North Carolina at Asheville, you undoubtedly love your collegiate experience. After all, not only does the school provide a first-rate education, but it also offers dozens of opportunities for getting the most out of student life. If...
Do assault and battery always involve injury?
Assault and battery can be confusing legal terms. Because authorities often charge both at the same time, many people use the two words interchangeably, but they actually refer to two separate crimes. If you had a confrontation with someone who suffered no injury as a...
What are the signs of a concussion?
Between sports injuries, falls and car accidents, concussions occur often, and they may seem like non-serious injuries. However, a concussion is a mild type of traumatic brain injury, and it may have lasting consequences. Sometimes the symptoms of a concussion are...
What are the penalties for driving with a revoked license?
There are many traffic infractions and other violations that may lead to the North Carolina DMV suspending or revoking your license. During the duration of your suspension or revocation, it may be tempting to continue driving rather than choosing less-convenient...
Why social media should be avoided while being investigated
While you may have spent your life trying to stay on the right side of the law, now you find yourself as the subject of a criminal case. You’re familiar with the fact that law enforcement will be gathering evidence about you. It can feel overwhelming and...
Could my child be expelled for possessing a controlled substance?
The amount of freedom that young adults have when they first go to college can be eye-opening. Being away from home might make them realize they are solely responsible for their actions. This realization could mold your child to become more accountable or it could...
Drunk driving charges and financial problems
Those stopped for driving under the influence face serious penalties, whether their ability to retain their driving privileges is in jeopardy or they face time behind bars. However, other major problems arise for many people in this position, especially from a...
Understanding when you should file a personal injury claim
Being injured because of someone else's actions may leave you feeling violated, scared and hopeless. At Nielsen Legal, we are experienced in working many personal injury cases in North Carolina and are committed to helping you stand up for yourself and share your...
Can you contest radar evidence in court?
When a North Carolina law enforcement officer writes you a speeding ticket, (s)he likely used a hand-held radar gun to “clock” you going over the posted speed limit. But while radar gun results seem to be an open and shut case of compelling evidence against you, is...
Know the penalties for North Carolina drug crimes
Like the federal government, North Carolina categorizes controlled substances depending on their potential effects and whether they have any proven medical use. Schedule I drugs are the most dangerous and carry the most significant penalties for possession and...
