Evidence is essential to proving any case in court. The prosecution must ensure it has adequate evidence against you to show you committed the crime if it expects to win the case. In some cases, you may be able to use the prosecution's evidence against them and use...
If you are a driver, it is important for you to understand the different types of speed limits. There are different types of speed limits that apply in various situations. Usually, there are signs that inform you that a speed limit applies, but this is not always the...
Many workplaces require drug testing of employees. Sometimes there may be a genuine suspicion that you are using drugs, but other times, the tests happen randomly. You may also have to undergo drug testing as a student. Here are some things you need to know in the...
If you face jail time, you might wonder if there is any possible way of escaping it. Although you could avoid jail by having your charges dropped or dismissed, this is not a common or easy solution. Downgrading criminal charges are one possibility for avoiding jail...
When navigating child custody, emotions can run high. You and your spouse have a lot to discuss, including visitation, school schedules and your respective desires when it comes to taking care of your children. Another aspect to consider, either in mediation or with...
When deciding who will serve as the executor of an estate, it is important to understand what sort of tasks the executor must carry out. Though the duties will change depending on the estate plan itself, many of the responsibilities will remain the same across the...
Getting a DUI for the first time could either feel like less of a big deal than it actually is, or it might feel like the end of the world depending on a person's circumstances and personality. It is important to understand the true impact of a DUI on a person's...
North Carolina has strict traffic laws. Depending on the severity of your offense, the state requires you to attend court. However, according to the North Carolina Judicial Branch, you can waive your traffic violation in certain circumstances. This is not always the...
Splitting time between homes can take its toll on your children. Even though you had a legitimate reason for divorce, your children may not understand all of the details. This could result in confusion, angst and even withdrawal. Easing the challenges of shared...
If charged with drunk driving in North Carolina, people face wide-ranging penalties, including jail time, fines and driver’s license suspensions. Under certain circumstances, motorists charged with or convicted of operating a vehicle while intoxicated must also have...