Everyone’s heard of Black Friday – the day after Thanksgiving that has traditionally sent shoppers rushing to stores for one-day-only bargains. Of course, Black Friday now essentially has expanded to the last couple of months of the year. Black Wednesday, which most...
Pender County Law Blog
Why is a tired driver more dangerous than a drunk driver?
Drunk driving quite rightly gets bad press as alcohol inhibits your ability to drive well. It can affect your decision-making, reaction time and vision, as well as your capacity to steer in a straight line. The end result is that over 10,000 people die each year, and...
3 things to protect in a divorce
You have a lot at stake when divorcing. That is one of the reasons divorce can be complex -- both parties are looking out for their rights and needs. Allowing your spouse to get what they need when securing what you need will make finalizing your divorce simpler. To...
Why is Halloween a scary time for pedestrians?
If you have small children, they are probably excited about Halloween. Dressing up and wandering the neighborhood in search of sweets is fun when you are little. Yet, as a parent, you should be scared. It is not the guy in a Freddy Krueger costume that you should be...
How long does it take to get divorced?
Many are familiar with the process of divorce. It generally involves filing paperwork with the court and developing a divorce separation agreement. But how long does this take? On average, divorces that are negotiated generally take about a year while those that go to...
Why are traffic fatalities on the rise?
As technology grows more commonplace in everyday lives, it is easy to see the positive and negative impacts that it potentially carries with it. For example, technology promotes better safety mechanics and tools to keep drivers safe while on the road. At the same...
Do you qualify for a divorce in North Carolina?
A marriage is a legal contract. To be able to end your marriage, you must make sure you met the legal requirements for a divorce. Just as with any other legal situation, the law outlines the things you must do or the conditions that must occur for you to qualify to...
What are the DWI penalties in North Carolina?
Indulging in too much alcohol on a night out can lead to a charge of driving while intoxicated (DWI). DWI charges carry a variety of stiff consequences, including jail time, fines, and license suspension. Subsequent charges carry even harsher penalties. According to...
What do you know about concussion treatment options?
After a recent motor vehicle collision, you learned you have a concussion. The medical diagnosis helps you build your injury case, but how do you recover from the harm? Mayo Clinic offers diagnosis and treatment details for concussion injuries. Their insights may help...
Common methods of dividing home equity in a divorce
When your North Carolina marriage ends, you must figure out how to separate your life from your former partner’s. Part of this process involves divvying up any assets or debts that you share. You may find that the equity you have in your shared home is among your most...