I’m in favor of new technology, especially when it makes things safer, but I’m concerned with the concept of self-driving cars. My car will keep itself in a proper lane, keep a steady distance from the cars in front of me and brake on its own. In theory it will drive itself, but it’s nowhere near being readyto let go of the wheel. The technology for self-driving cars will have to be perfect because anything less than perfect will mean a collision. If everybody had a self-driv

It is common for many people to post on social media regarding their life and activities on a daily basis. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and similar social media are a fantastic way to stay connected to others and to share your experiences and thoughts with others. Some seemingly innocent social media posts however can have devastating effects if you are involved in litigation, especially in a personal injury claim, a contested divorce, or a child custody battle. Courts re

It seems that Kim Kardashian has once again posted nude selfies on the internet which, shocks nobody. However, nude photographs sent by a married person to someone other than their spouse may be grounds for divorce. Recent polls suggest that 98% of people believe that sending a nude photo to someone other than your spouse is cheating. Currently there is no caselaw in North Carolina which addresses this issue; however, it’s guaranteed to be on its way. If the courts rule that

Child custody and visitation privileges are something often decided by the courts based on what they consider to be in the “best interest of the child”. Factors such as a parent’s drug or alcohol abuse has been a long standing factor when making such determinations. Few would argue that a parent with a problem with substance abuse should have visitation privileges that are restricted such that they do not place their child in jeopardy. However, a new trend that courts are con