As a driver, you need a great deal of focus to operate a motor vehicle safely. However, it is not uncommon even for the most experienced drivers to suffer exhaustion, especially after driving for several hours. Studies show that the impacts of driver fatigue are...
Pender County Law Blog
How to minimize the risk of a wreck on your morning commute
You’d love to work from home, but you have one of those jobs that requires a daily commute – and there are some days you feel like it’s sheer luck you make it to the office in one piece. Is there anything you can do to make the commute less hazardous? While you can’t...
These 2 steps will help you to prepare for a divorce
The day you realize your marriage is over is one that you will probably always remember. While some people might think that this is the perfect day to file for a divorce, there’s a chance that taking a little time to prepare might be best. Of course, if you’re in...
2 police errors that can help your DWI case
If the police make an error or mistake during an investigation into whether you were driving while impaired (DWI) by drugs or alcohol, it may give you some new opportunities for a defense. It’s important to understand your responsibilities and rights in these...
What if you get stopped for suspicion of DWI?
Getting pulled over for suspicion of DWI can be a nerve-wracking experience. What will happen next? Will you be arrested? We will discuss your rights and the steps that you should take to protect yourself if you’re ever in this situation. Your rights during a DWI...
Replacing a romantic relationship with a parenting relationship
Ending a relationship with your child’s other parent changes the dynamic between the adults. The children will also have to deal with some changes. It’s up to you and your ex to ensure that you can transition from romance to parenting as quickly as possible. One of...
Is there any way to avoid a rear-end crash?
If you are someone who has recently been involved in an accident, you probably know the importance of looking into making a claim against an at-fault driver. What would be helpful, though, is to get into a position where you could avoid something like this ever...
Handling the first year following your divorce
Leaving a marriage is a big step, but it’s what’s for the best in some cases. Whether you want the split or not, you’re going to have to prepare for some major life changes that come in the first year after the divorce. Getting ready for the year of “firsts” after a...
Are sobriety checkpoints a violation of Constitutional rights?
Every driver in North Carolina has to complete driver's education courses, so they will have learned about how dangerous it is to drive drunk. There are also ongoing public safety awareness campaigns to help highlight what happens when people drive drunk. Still,...
What happens when your custody order is outdated?
Parents aiming for an uncontested divorce and judges overseeing litigated divorce have to put a lot of consideration into parenting plans and custody orders. A good parenting plan focuses on the needs of the children while integrating the details of the parents'...