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You Need a Lawyer After These Three Traffic Violations
Every day, millions of Americans get behind the wheels of cars and trucks and make their way to work, school, and leisure activities. During their daily commutes, over 100,000 of them will receive a speeding ticket. In addition to speeding, drivers will be ticketed for failing to obey traffic signals, driving with a suspended license,…
Read MoreThe Consequences of DWI in North Carolina
There is nothing good that comes out of driving while intoxicated. You may have heard or may have even told yourself some of the common phrases adults use in order to justify getting behind the wheel after consuming alcohol: A cold shower will sober me up. I’ll have a few cups of strong coffee and…
Read MoreUnderage Drinking Can Cost More Than You Think
Among youth across the country, alcohol is the most commonly used and abused drug, and excessive drinking accounts for more than 4,000 deaths each year among that age population. These statistics, according to the Center for Disease Control, point to a serious issue of underage drinking in our society that costs us much more than…
Read MoreTexting and Driving: A Deadly Combination
As technology continues to progress, so too does the urge to have our smartphones by our sides 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This dependence on our devices includes the need to check texts on a regular basis, even when we are behind the wheel of a vehicle. Texting and driving is a…
Read MoreLong-time Sales Associate at Plumbing and HVAC Supply Company Receives Confidential Settlement as a Result of Medical Malpractice
DeMent Askew Johnson & Marshall’s client was in his yard filling a birdfeeder with birdseed when he fell and twisted his left leg in an awkward position. He immediately heard a crack and saw that his left ankle was turned in an awkward position. His wife called 911. EMS arrived and transported him to a…
Read MoreKnow Your Rights for Dog Bites
Dog bites can cause serious injuries and leave lasting psychological effects that may haunt a victim for years to come. It has been estimated that there are approximately 4.5 million victims of dog bites every year. In 2014, alone, 42 dog bite related fatalities occurred across the nation. Know Your Rights When It Comes to…
Read MoreBirth Injuries in North Carolina
Has your baby been a victim of birth injuries due to negligence? Are you looking for an experienced and compassionate lawyer who can deal with such issues? DeMent Askew attorneys are experienced with investigating these kinds of cases in North Carolina. Don’t allow your infant to be a victim of medical malpractice, rather seek the…
Read MoreCompensation For a Brain Injury
A brain injury can vary in severity, from a little bruising to concussion or even a fractured skull. Even a fairly minor head injury can have serious implications on your long-term health. The more serious injuries can affect your quality of life and cause permanent disability or death. A brain injury can be caused by…
Read MoreClaiming for Surgical Injuries
While there are thousands of injuries performed every year, none are risk free. Every procedure carries a small risk of complications and surgical injuries, although this can be rare. It is important that prospective patients are aware of such risks before consenting to surgery; however, this is different in instances of emergencies where a life…
Read MoreWhen the Bite is Worse Than the Bark: You’ll Need a Personal Injury Lawyer
Dog attacks can be brutal. They can result in a dramatic personal injury such as permanent scarring, muscle damage or even disfigurement and the emotional damage never seems to go away. But there is a lot more to a dog attack than just a bite, and the law recognizes this. North Carolina Law Our law…
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