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M. Brett Moore, PLLC was in the Rhino Times recently for a lawsuit we filed. To find out the details, see the Rhino Times. If you have a question about a civil litigation matter, please contact us.
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A little legal humor to brighten your day. Ohio prosecutor seeks death penalty for Punxsutawney Phil after bad forecast
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Don’t be fooled if you are not involved in the justice system on a daily basis. IT IS NOT A FAIR SYSTEM. IT IS NOT SET UP FOR A FAIR RESULT. IT WILL STEAMROLL THE INNOCENT. Unless I, or others like me are there to stop it. Please read this article from the NY Times [...]
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The smallest little thing can mean the difference between a conviction and a dismissal. See this article for proof: Fox 8 News – Woman’s DWI Conviction Overturned. When you need an attorney with experience and an attention to detail, contact us.
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In the State of Kansas, sperm donors can be forced to pay support for the kids they inseminate. Be careful answering ads asking for a donor… NY Times – Sperm Donor Is Ordered to Pay Support
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Disrespectful, yes. Illegal? Not so much. The Second Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that flipping off a police officer is constitutionally protected free speech, and that doing it cannot subject you to a stop or questioning. From the decision: “Such a gesture alone cannot establish probable cause to believe a disorderly conduct violation has [...]
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We’ve all seen a tv cop drama or movie where someone is arrested and they are read their Miranda rights. You know it by heart: “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can be used against you in a Court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot [...]
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A little known issue in family law is something known as domestic criminal trespass. In the NC General statutes section 14?134.3, Domestic Criminal Trespass is when: “Any person who enters after being forbidden to do so or remains after being ordered to leave by the lawful occupant, upon the premises occupied by a present or [...]
Read MoreOne problem that I consistently hear about is getting the juvenile system right. Our system is good, but sometimes it can always use an update. Here is a story about a system in Illinois. It’s food for thought. NPR News
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The best answer is: It depends. Let’s talk criminal cases first. In most counties, you can get at least one, perhaps two continuances before you start to have trouble. All counties are different in the way that they handle continuances. For instance, in Guilford County, cases are typically continued about one month to 45 days. [...]
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If you find that you’ve visited lots of law firm websites and you aren’t getting the answers you want, take a look at AVVO.com. Lawyers and doctors answer questions for free about your specific situation. You can even find a lawyer or a doctor when you need them. I contribute to AVVO.com weekly and in [...]
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Let’s start from the beginning. You have a child, or a few children. By virtue of those children being born, you are obligated to pay for them as they grow up. If you remain with the parent of that child, you end up just providing for them out of pocket. However, if you and the [...]
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(Like the plaque to the left? You can buy it here.) Remember that Tom Cruise Movie Minority Report? In case you forgot, here is the description: Minority Report (2002) In a future where a special police unit is able to arrest murderers before they commit their crimes, an officer from that unit is himself accused [...]
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We have come to believe in the skills of police dogs. They are well trained. They are cute. They are loyal. But are they always right? “Bono,” a K-9 cop in Virginia seems to have a pretty good nose for drugs. So good, in fact, that he smells them when they are not there. Check [...]
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The head of the NC State crime lab really dropped the ball on this one. How many people were convicted on evidence obtained by those who couldn’t pass their exams? Prosecutors not told that 25 analysts failed exams
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Don’t we all wish we had this kind of faith? Dig Triad – Bible Reading Couple Get Robbed
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The Wall Street Journal Offers this article about some ways to ease the pain that can be caused during a divorce. Easing the Sting of Divorce – The Wall Street Journal
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Court appointed attorneys are given to those who cannot afford an attorney, and in some instances, to those who are constitutionally guaranteed an attorney and the system is designed in a way where private counsel might take too much time for the person to acquire, such as in a case involving child abuse or neglect. [...]
Read MoreI get this question a lot. People are faced with the choice of paying a lawyer some money, or just pleading guilty and paying a fine and going on their way. Seems like an easy choice, right? Wrong. You absolutely need an attorney, even for misdemeanors. Here’s why: 1. You may not be able take [...]
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I get asked this question at least twice a week. Usually, people follow this question with, “can we just say we were separated and go ahead with the divorce?” The answer is very emphatically, “NO!” If I represent you in your divorce, I cannot have knowledge that you have not been separated a year, or [...]
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Cracked.com, a humor site, has this article. Although there is a huge ongoing battle raging about filming police doing their job, the others seem to be quite right. Beware out there. You cannot outsmart the police, and they have the legal advantage as well. It’s why you should get an attorney. Cracked.com – 6 Completely [...]
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A while back, police around the country were arresting people for flashing their lights to warn other motorists. Now, at least two cases say that it’s constitutionally protected free speech to warn other motorists of police ahead. The Volokh Conspiracy
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This is one of those ideas every lawyer wishes they thought of. A hotel, probably quite expensive, says you check in Friday as a married couple, and you check out Sunday with an agreement from mediation and family law specialists headed towards being divorced. New York Times – The Divorce Hotel
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Absolutely, but always find an attorney that you like in case you need to hire them later. I am a huge fan of those who want to file for custody on their own. As a matter of fact, I teach free seminars with Court Watch of NC on how to do just that. At Court [...]
Read MoreMany people say to me, “I just don’t have the money to hire you. Can I file for divorce on my own?” I always tell them, “yes.” However, this only applies if you have no property or alimony issues, and if you would rather spend the time in the courthouse and compiling paperwork than paying [...]
Read MoreIn North Carolina, getting what is called an “absolute divorce” only requires that the husband and wife be separated for one year. Contrary to what a lot of people believe, no consent or reason is required. This is because North Carolina is a “no-fault” divorce state, meaning that you need not provide any reason for [...]
Read MoreM. Brett Moore, PLLC was in the Rhino Times recently for a lawsuit we filed. To find out the details, see the Rhino Times. If you have a question about a civil litigation matter, please contact us.
Read MoreA little legal humor to brighten your day. Ohio prosecutor seeks death penalty for Punxsutawney Phil after bad forecast
Read MoreDon’t be fooled if you are not involved in the justice system on a daily basis. IT IS NOT A FAIR SYSTEM. IT IS NOT SET UP FOR A FAIR RESULT. IT WILL STEAMROLL THE INNOCENT. Unless I, or others like me are there to stop it. Please read this article from the NY Times [...]
Read MoreThe smallest little thing can mean the difference between a conviction and a dismissal. See this article for proof: Fox 8 News – Woman’s DWI Conviction Overturned. When you need an attorney with experience and an attention to detail, contact us.
Read MoreIn the State of Kansas, sperm donors can be forced to pay support for the kids they inseminate. Be careful answering ads asking for a donor… NY Times – Sperm Donor Is Ordered to Pay Support
Read MoreDisrespectful, yes. Illegal? Not so much. The Second Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that flipping off a police officer is constitutionally protected free speech, and that doing it cannot subject you to a stop or questioning. From the decision: “Such a gesture alone cannot establish probable cause to believe a disorderly conduct violation has [...]
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