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Which factors improve the chances of recovery for TBI victims?

If you sustain a traumatic brain injury, you might deal with the repercussions for the remainder of your life. Making a full recovery will depend largely on the severity of your injury and the accessibility of treatment. Knowing some of the ways you can improve your chances of an optimal recovery may help you identify your next steps. With adequate support, you can still live a good life despite your injury. Rehabilitation and physical activity TBIs vary in severity depending on the location of the injury, the duration of time that passes before receiving emergency medical treatment, age and the presence of existing...

12 August

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What is a personal recognizance bond?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in criminal defense

If you find yourself under arrest, you will go before a judge shortly after. This first appearance in court will allow the judge to determine bond. Bond allows you to get out of custody while your charges are pending. There are a variety of options available to the court, including not granting bond at all. But one potential result is the judge granting you a personal recognizance bond. Definition According to Findlaw, a personal recognizance release means the judge is taking your word that you will return to court and follow any other restrictions he or she places on you. Difference This type of bond...

28 July

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Are you eligible for drug court in Buncombe County?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in Drug Charges

A North Carolina drug charge has the potential to lead to steep fines and jail or prison time, among other repercussions, and such charges often result from a substance dependency. If you are facing a drug-related criminal charge for an offense you feel you would not have committed, had it not been for your dependency, you may want to look into whether drug court might be an option for you. Per Buncombe County, you may be eligible for drug court in Buncombe County if you receive a referral and meet certain qualifications. Qualifying for drug court in Buncombe County To be eligible for...

15 July

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How can a brain injury create memory problems?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in personal injury

Some people manifest physical symptoms after sustaining a brain injury. They can suffer vomiting, loss of balance or seizures or convulsions. However, your experience with a head injury may be different. You do not have physical issues, but you do suffer problems with your memory. Movies and television often depict amnesia as losing almost all memory of the past. As MSKTC explains, in real life a traumatic brain injury usually affects the ability to form new memories. Failure to remember current details Your long-term memory consists of what you have learned or done over the course of your life. By contrast, your short-term...

24 June

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Handling DWI charges as a commercial motor vehicle driver

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in DWI/DUI

If you drive a large truck or another type of commercial motor vehicle (CMV), it is important to understand the drunk driving laws in this state. North Carolina has a zero-tolerance policy for those who operate commercial motor vehicles, which means that commercial drivers can face serious charges even if they have a very small amount of alcohol in their system. Additionally, you should understand how these allegations could disrupt your career and other aspects of your life. Commercial motor vehicle drivers and DWIs The North Carolina Department of Public Safety states that there is zero tolerance with respect to drunk driving for...

11 June

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3 ways to set a good example behind the wheel for your teenager

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in car accidents

Your teens may pick up a variety of driving habits from a number of places, including driving classes, their friends and even from television and movies they see, but did you know that the majority of their driving practices come from you, their parent? According to GEICO, teenagers spend most of their time in cars with parents and caregivers, which forms their habits when they begin to drive as well. While you may have concerns about your teenagers’ behavior when they do get behind the wheel, you can set a good example and reduce the risk of a serious accident by...

06 June

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How speeding can lead to losing your right to drive

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in Traffic Violations

If you speed while driving in North Carolina, you will want to drive slower in the future. That is because you can lose the right to drive if you get two tickets within one year. It is a shock to many drivers in North Carolina how easy it is to lose driving privileges. Even those tickets you get while driving too fast when out of state count. When you can lose your driving privileges Not only do you put others at risk when you speed, but you could also lose your right to drive as well. The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles...

26 May

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What type of relationship do domestic violence charges require?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in assault and battery, criminal defense

Intimate partner violence, in which one party allegedly acts abusively toward someone else with which he or she has had a romantic relationship, is one of the most common forms of domestic violence. From a sociological point of view, it is only one of several different forms of domestic violence. For example, abuse can also occur among blood relatives. While domestic violence may take several different forms, North Carolina state law takes a different view. According to the University of North Carolina, the law sometimes specifies that a particular type of relationship must exist between the alleged abuser and the person...

30 April

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What is the charge of criminal use of laser device?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in assault and battery

Laser pointers are a fun way to play with a cat, but did you know they can also be harmful? In fact, you could end up with a criminal charge if you do the wrong thing with one. The North Carolina General Assembly explains you might face a charge of criminal use of laser device if you intentionally use one on a law enforcement officer or in some other situations. The crime Criminal use of laser device is an infraction, which is less serious than other charges. If you intentionally point one at a law enforcement officer or if you point it in...

19 April

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How can TBIs affect cognition?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in personal injury

When you experience a TBI, you may face difficulties with cognition. According to the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center, cognition is your ability to know and think. This may include your ability to concentrate, remember things, plan events, organize or communicate your thoughts. Following a TBI, there are various ways the injury may affect you. How TBIs affect communication Many people struggle with communication following a TBI. You may find it hard to think of the right word or stay on topic during a conversation. You may misinterpret what others say or misunderstand sarcasm to make matters worse. Try to train yourself to...

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