When you're facing a criminal charge, one thing that you have to think about is what sentence you might have to deal with if you're convicted. This can be a primary driving force for your defense strategy. There are several things that go into what sentence you're...
Month: March 2020
Coronavirus leads FMCSA to ease trucker hours rule
Many people may worry about the dangers they face on the roads when they are near a semi-truck. These fears are not without some legitimacy as the sheer size and weight of these big rigs can certainly contribute to extreme outcomes if and when an accident occurs...
How many people die in vehicle crashes in North Carolina?
As a North Carolina resident, it is reasonable for you to know how well your state is doing when it comes to keeping people safe. While certainly the state alone cannot be responsible for preventing car accidents, the laws that it puts in place do go a long way toward...
Spring DST linked with higher number of fatal crashes
North Carolina residents may be drowsy during their morning commute as a result of losing one hour of sleep with daylight saving time. What they may be unaware of is that DST has been linked with an annual increase in fatal car crashes nationwide for the first week of...
Road rage: How to protect yourself from aggressive drivers
It is common to feel angry while navigating through traffic on a busy day in North Carolina. Whether caught behind a slow motorist or rushing to get to an important appointment, it is frustrating to get caught in a busy rush of vehicles. In fact, more than 80% of...