Restaurants can be held liable for drunk driving accidents

A drunk driving accident in North Carolina is shedding light on the way restaurants and bars may be held liable for drunk driving accidents. Earlier this month, a Charlotte jury returned a $1.7 million verdict against a Charlotte restaurant, stating that the restaurant was negligent in serving a man alcohol...

NHTSA investigates unsafe motorcycles sold in U.S.

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration launched an investigation of the largest U.S. Honda manufacturer after allegations surfaced that they have been selling unsafe motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes. The Honda dealership said they have sold ATVs and other vehicles to buyers in all 50 states so the findings...

Drivers beware: deer-car collisions increasing in North Carolina

North Carolina has seen an increase in car accidents involving deer. Deer-car collisions have increased by eight percent during the past three years, according to a State Farm Insurance report. State Farm Insurance has also labeled North Carolina as one of 16 states with the highest risk for deer-car accidents....

Unsafe commercial trucks still driving in North Carolina

Commercial trucks are constantly seen on North Carolina roads. When unsafe trucks are cited for safety violations, the Department of Transportation revokes their driving privileges. Safety inspections and citations are meant to protect the public from unsafe vehicles but many commercial trucking companies have found a way to continue driving...

Are North Carolina Kids Safe from Dog Bites?

Dogs are known to be man’s best friend, but can be very dangerous if threatened. A recent report claims that over 4.5 million people fall victim to dog bites each year. These bites can sometimes be very serious and lead to stitches, cosmetic surgery or ongoing psychological counseling. Dog bites are common...

Two North Carolina residents arrested for theft, drug possession

Two people in are facing serious charges after an arrest last week. The North Carolina couple was arrested after police say they tried to break into a car. They were charged with theft related crimes as well as possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Police say that the...

Sometimes when people are arrested in a commotion, the facts of what actually happened that resulted in an arrest might be skewed.

Sometimes when people are arrested in a commotion, the facts of what actually happened that resulted in an arrest might be skewed. Evidence might be collected from the scene, but it isn’t always clear how the evidence relates to the arrest. This can be a big issue, and can sometimes...

As Labor Day Nears, Crackdown on Drunk Drivers Intensifies

With summer quickly coming to its unofficial end as Labor Day approaches, countless American families will take to the roads to take advantage of their one last chance for a summer excursion before their kids get back into the full swing of school. This month, in an effort to make...

Girl Injured by Drunk Driver Questions Severity of North Carolina Laws

Originally dubbed the “miracle girl” by first responders, a young North Carolina woman now questions whether she would have ever even been injured by a drunk driver had North Carolina had tougher drunk driving laws. Drunk Driving Accident The young woman, only 18-years old at the time, was hit by...

North Carolina Texting-While-Driving Penalty Too Weak?

Distracted driving used to mean: The driver was eating lunch while driving. The driver was putting on makeup while driving. The driver was fishing around on the floor for something dropped while driving. The driver was listening to loud music while driving. The driver was talking to or arguing with...

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Restaurants can be held liable for drunk driving accidents

NHTSA investigates unsafe motorcycles sold in U.S.

Drivers beware: deer-car collisions increasing in North Carolina

Unsafe commercial trucks still driving in North Carolina

Are North Carolina Kids Safe from Dog Bites?

Two North Carolina residents arrested for theft, drug possession

Sometimes when people are arrested in a commotion, the facts of what actually happened that resulted in an arrest might be skewed.

As Labor Day Nears, Crackdown on Drunk Drivers Intensifies

Girl Injured by Drunk Driver Questions Severity of North Carolina Laws

North Carolina Texting-While-Driving Penalty Too Weak?

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