A basic principle of the U.S. criminal justice system is that a prosecutor must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt to convict someone accused of a crime. Evidence is the foundation for meeting this burden, and it’s also essential to the defense of an accused…
Federal crimes involve conduct that, for various reasons, proceeds through the U.S. court system instead of being governed by North Carolina criminal laws. The distinction is important, since the process is much more complicated if you’re facing charges for a federal offense. Plus, the potential…
Due to their massive size and weight, trucks almost always cause serious accidents. If you sustain an injury in a truck accident, you may be wondering, “what is my truck accident claim worth?” There is no hard answer to this question, as there are a…
As the opioid epidemic and other dangerous drugs continue to claim lives, lawmakers in many U.S. states seek to stop the crises through legislative action. North Carolina recently joined in the effort by passing the Death by Distribution Act, which could lead to murder charges…
Your life could be turned upside down when you’re hurt in a motor vehicle accident, so it’s a relief to know that North Carolina law may allow you to seek compensation for your losses. The key to success with your claim is being able to…
Buyer’s remorse is a common phenomenon with any type of decision, but the stakes are higher when the subject of your regret is a guilty plea in a North Carolina criminal case. When you’re overwhelmed by the charges against you and the complexities of the…