11 June

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

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...

19 May

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Identifying the signs of traumatic brain injury

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in car accidents, personal injury

Car accidents are one of the largest contributors to traumatic brain injuries in North Carolina and throughout the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 64,000 deaths involving traumatic brain injuries in 2020. That calculates to approximately 176 brain injury deaths every day. Even minor fender benders can cause brain trauma. In some cases, people may not know they have a brain injury until several days or weeks following the accident. It is helpful to know how to spot the signs of brain damage so you can seek medical attention as soon as possible. How is...

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...

05 April

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3 details to know if you are accused of embezzlement

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in White Collar Crimes

If you are being accused of embezzlement, finding a knowledgeable and experienced lawyer is an essential initial step in your defense. Understanding the variables that affect your specific situation can help you make better decisions as you build your legal team. Here are three questions to answer as you begin to build your defense. Does your state impose specific penalties? Each state will enforce your embezzlement charges based on its stipulations. For example, all embezzlement charges in North Carolina are felonies regardless of your accused embezzlement amount. The felony class of your charges depends on the embezzlement amount and dictates the severity of...

29 March

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Your next steps after a crash with a distracted driver

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in car accidents

You carefully comply with all traffic laws and you have the right-of-way, but a distracted driver crashes into you and causes bodily harm and property damage. While all car accidents create stress and uncertainty, the frustration of dealing with something entirely preventable may debilitate your life. Knowing how to respond in a tense situation involving a distracted driver can help you protect your rights. You deserve compensation for having to endure trauma and damages at the hands of a negligent person. Get medical treatment Distracted driving can take on many forms including visual, manual and cognitive. According to the North Carolina Department of...

25 March

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What happens if the police catch you driving with a revoked license?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in criminal defense, Traffic Violations

Drivers in North Carolina can have their license revoked or suspended for a variety of reasons. Some drivers continue to drive after this happens. What happens if they get caught? Reasons the state may revoke or suspend your license There are many reasons the state may revoke or suspend your license: Too many points within three years Excessive speeding or too many speeding tickets DUI conviction or refusal to take a chemical test for DUI Vehicular homicide conviction Fleeing the scene of an accident Two reckless or aggressive driving convictions in the same year Penalties for driving with a revoked or suspended license If the police catch you while driving with...

23 March

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How can you prepare for a healing back injury?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

in personal injury

Dealing with a back injury is one of the most major setbacks to everyday life. Such a huge number of people experience these issues that back pain serves as the number one reason for call-outs from work across the globe. On top of that, the healing process for a back injury is often lengthy and difficult. This creates many problems, especially for workers. Factors that affect healing Cleveland Clinic looks into the healing process of back injuries. Of course, the process of healing a back injury will differ depending on several factors. This includes where the injury occurred, how it happened, the severity...

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