An early morning car crash in Charlotte claimed the lives of two people and injured two others. The accident occurred on Freedom Drive and involved two vehicles. The woman allegedly responsible for the crash was deemed intoxicated by authorities. Now, those adversely...
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Wrong-way crash near Charlotte claims 1 life
Drivers face the potential of being involved in an accident at any time, even when doing something as mundane as coming home from work. The early morning hours seem to increase the risks of accidents, as drunk drivers are typically more prevalent on the roads during...
Revoking, rejecting and counter offering a contract
Contracts provide much of the structure and stability that is necessary to run a successful business in North Carolina. However, conceiving of, drafting and signing a contract does not always proceed as smoothly as one would like. There are many situations where it...
Are you sharing the road with drunk drivers?
You undoubtedly have no way of knowing who is behind the wheel of each and every vehicle when you’re driving along a North Carolina roadway. You also have no control over the actions of other drivers, which is why traveling anywhere by motor vehicle carries an...
Single-vehicle accident with teen driver has tragic outcomes
Parents often have many apprehensions about letting their teens out on the road. Of course, once their teens are licensed, parents cannot control what their children do behind the wheel. Sadly, it is not uncommon for teen drivers to cause serious accidents that have...
Several juveniles face criminal charges after alleged assaults
When parents learn that their children have been involved in potentially criminal activity, they may feel shock, disbelief and worry. Unfortunately, juveniles can find themselves in predicaments that lead to serious criminal charges and the need to defend against...
Drug charges likely have man exploring criminal defense
In hopes of finding the best way to handle criminal charges, it is often wise for accused parties to ensure that the information they obtain is reliable. Each case differs in various ways, so having information that relates to a person’s specific case could help them...
When are time and material contracts useful in construction?
Though many North Carolina construction projects have specific goals and timelines, that is not always the case. It is possible for a project to have an unclear timeline or undefined goals. In such cases, construction company owners may have concerns about how to best...
Distractions affect drivers in different ways
When a driver is behind the wheel, his or her main priority should be to solely focus on the task at hand. Driving safely requires the person operating the vehicle to have eyes on the road, hands on the wheel and a focused mind. When there is a distraction, it can...
Student facing criminal charges for having weapon at school
Children often make mistakes and do not fully realize the consequences their errors could have. They may think that trying to look cool or dangerous in front of their friends will help them become more popular, but in some instances, it could lead to criminal charges...
