Getting in an accident can be extremely frightening and stressful. You may wonder what to do after getting into a car accident. Upon being involved in an accident, it is important to follow the following actions. Immediately Call The Police For every accident that occurs, it is important to always call the police. Even if …
After an accident has occurred, hiring a personal injury attorney is the best decision you can make. No matter what type of accident you were involved in, an attorney can help build a case and provide all the necessary evidence you may need in court. Before deciding to hire a personal injury attorney, many individuals …
What is DACA? Before understanding how to qualify for Advanced Parole for DACA Recipients, it is important to first understand what DACA is. DACA stands for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. This is a U.S. immigration policy that provides temporary relief from deportation and allows for work authorization to certain young undocumented immigrants. DACA is …
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In North Carolina, the basic speeding law prohibits drivers from driving at a speed that is “greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions then existing.” Ultimately this means the speed at which you should travel depends on the conditions of the road and weather at the time. In the state of North Carolina, …
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Cycling along a dedicated bike path is always preferable to pedaling alongside motor vehicles. Unfortunately, riders must sometimes contend with traffic, and cars will forever present a danger. The following are some strategies for sharing the road with motorists and avoiding catastrophe. Practice Cycling in Tight Spots The better acclimated you become to biking under …
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In the state of North Carolina, there is a big difference between a misdemeanor and a felony. A misdemeanor is a less serious crime than a felony but still requires jail time, a smaller fine, or sometimes even temporary restrictions or punishment. A felony is a very serious crime that typically has long jail or …
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The U visa certification is given to victims of crimes that are useful to a case and help provide law enforcement with information regarding the prosecution of a crime. In order to be considered for a U visa, a Form 1-918 Supplement B certification must be filed and submitted to show that a crime has …
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What is Contributory Negligence? Contributory negligence refers to the plaintiff’s own negligence of their safety that contributed to the injury or damage caused. In other words, finding reasoning to believe the plaintiff is at partial fault for the accident. Examples: A pedestrian was not paying attention and negligently crossed the road before looking for …
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The 287G of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act is a program that essentially allows select state and local agencies to act as immigration enforcement agents. In other words, it allows assistance to the federal government with enforcing immigration laws. In order to collaborate, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) provides these state and local …
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Signed into effect on December 1, 2021 were changes to S.L. 2021-182 (SB 183). This law regards the interlock device equipped to vehicles after a DWI conviction. The most important change to this law includes the 45-day delay period becoming eliminated for a person convicted of an impaired driving offense. This means that there is no …
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