You were angry and lost your temper. You overreacted to something and started to shout. You got so upset that you even poked your finger at the chest of the other party and made a few threats. Just the same, you certainly didn't expect to find yourself in handcuffs...
Year: 2020
The process of appealing your criminal conviction
Going through the process of participating in court proceedings and ultimately receiving a sentence may leave you feeling unsure of your future. Fortunately, you have the legal right to file an appeal in North Carolina if you disagree with the outcome of your...
Is your teenager’s car safe?
If your son or daughter is like most American tee When examining accidents, researchers discovered that 63% of teens killed in fatal wrecks were in either a small (compact or subcompact) or midsize car. By comparison, only 50.2% of drivers between the ages of 35 and...
What is a serious bodily injury?
A criminal charge for assault can change depending on the nature of the situation and the injuries sustained. One important factor the prosecutor will consider is if there was a serious bodily injury. According to the UNC North Carolina Criminal Law blog, serious...
What are the signs of PTSD following a car accident?
A serious car accident can have a wide range of effects on those involved. Physical injuries can cause chronic pain issues or immobility for months or even years after an accident. There are also possible emotional effects in accidents that were particularly serious...
4 dangers of unsecured or improperly secured loads
The Asheville area has plenty of lumber yards where homeowners can pick up supplies. If a driver transports large or unsecured loads, though, he or she may be a hazard to other motorists. North Carolina has strict requirements for load sizes and securement. If a...
Asheville resident dies after being struck by fire truck
North Carolina pedestrians are often at a higher risk for death when they are involved in motor vehicle accidents. The chance of death is usually extreme when the vehicle involved is a large truck or emergency vehicle, as it was during one accident recently in...
Why is mitigation important to your defense?
Whether the evidence against you is overwhelming and you're convicted at trial or you've simply resolved to plead guilty in court, mitigation becomes the next area for your defense attorney to address. A mitigating factor is basically anything that might indicate a...
Do the police always need a search warrant?
The 4th Amendment protects you from “unreasonable” searches and seizures by the police. A search may be more reasonable if the police get a search warrant signed by a neutral third party, often a judge. However, every search does not require a warrant. Understanding...
5 tips to stay safe on your motorcycle
As the summer months continue to roll on, there will likely be more motorcycles on our North Carolina roads. From people trying to get to work, to school or off on a weekend adventure, a motorcycle offers flexibility, excitement and a dependable ride. Unfortunately,...