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Facts about BAC, impairment and breath test results
Many people in North Carolina may get behind the wheel after one or more drinks because they believe they are below the legal limit. However, having a blood alcohol content of below 0.08% can still lead to signs of impairment. According to Lifeloc Technologies, here...
Who bears accountability for your recent sidewalk injury?
Recently, you were out for a walk or jog in your North Carolina neighborhood. For one reason or another, you tripped or slipped and fell on the sidewalk, sustaining a serious injury. You may have incurred expensive medical bills, maybe you had to take time off work to...
Understanding North Carolina slip-and-fall liability
Are you injured and out of work after suffering a slip-and-fall accident in North Carolina? If the incident occurred in public or at a place of business, you may be eligible for insurance coverage and/or legal damages for your medical bills, lost wages and other...
Pack of dogs kills llama and 16 goats in two days
In an unusual incident reported by the Fayetteville Observer, a pack of three dogs fatally attacked 17 animals at two different North Carolina farms over the course of two days. In Hoke County, a 500-pound llama was acting as the safe keeper of the family's goats and...
When can a contract be broken?
To ensure that both sides meet the expectations of an agreement, they often enter into a contract in North Carolina. Contracts are often broken by things such as financial problems or simple delays. When a breach of contract occurs, you have several options for how to...
Tips for an uncontested divorce
Spouses in North Carolina who decide to split up and can agree on the terms of the divorce have an uncontested divorce. Some couples may want a drama-free divorce but are not quite sure how to do it, but there are some ways that help soon-to-be exes through the...
What is reasonable doubt?
The idea of reasonable doubt is at the heart of the legal system in this country. When juries or a judge hear a case in North Carolina, they often have to consider reasonable doubt. It is not uncommon for jurors to ask what constitutes reasonable doubt. In these...
Should you file a lawsuit if you slip and fall in a grocery store?
Shopping in a grocery store is a routine errand. You grab food for your household, see familiar faces and get on with your day – unless your shopping trip involves a slip-and-fall accident. Slip-and-falls are sadly common accidents, and grocery stores are often full...
Are exotic pets legal in North Carolina?
Many states have laws restricting private citizens from keeping wild animals, such as tigers, wolves or chimpanzees, as pets. Some go so far as to ban citizens from having exotic pets altogether. North Carolina is an exception; while individual counties have the right...
Developing a contract that will benefit everyone, including you
Entering into a new agreement with other professionals in your industry in North Carolina can be incredibly exciting as you envision the future. At Curcio Law Group, we are experienced in helping people through the process of creating and enforcing business contracts....
