October 22, 2014SeiferFlatow, PLLC Was Selected As a Member of The National Advocacy for DUI Defense (NAFDD) for the Second Consecutive YearFor the second consecutive year, SeiferFlatow, PLLC was recognized by The National Advocacy for DUI Defense (NAFDD), LLC, an organization that awards […]
October 20, 2014Understanding Wrongful Termination in North CarolinaThis post was updated on June 12, 2019. If you’re like most people who lose their jobs, you probably feel that your […]
October 14, 2014Sexual Harassment in North CarolinaMore than half of all workers have experienced sexual harassment. While the majority (about 80%) are women, both men and women can […]
October 13, 2014What is a hostile work environment?You’ve probably heard the phrase “hostile work environment,” and you probably know that you don’t have to put up with one. But […]
October 13, 2014Criminal Law: Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals Limits Second Amendment Rights of Drug UsersEarly last week, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals handed down an important criminal law decision, holding that despite the guarantees of […]
September 24, 2014I posted bond but was not immediately released. Does that help my case?If you’re pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated or stopped at a roadblock, the police will be looking for signs […]
September 16, 2014How does the state prove I committed a DWI?North Carolina has some of the strictest DWI laws and most severe DWI punishments in the US. A DWI in North Carolina […]
September 3, 2014Why did the police take my license when I was arrested for DWI? When can I get it back?In 2012, the last year for which data is available, there were 402 drunk-driving fatalities in North Carolina. That’s about a third […]
September 3, 2014What are my rights when I’m asked to provide a breath sample at the police station after I’m arrested on suspicion of DWI?When you get pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated or stopped at a DWI checkpoint, the officer may ask you […]
August 4, 2014What is an Ignition Interlock Device? Will I be required to install one?In 2012, 25% of intoxicated drivers with a BAC of 0.08 to 0.14 who were involved in a fatal crash were repeat […]
July 25, 2014I’ve heard some states reduce DWIs to a lesser charge like reckless driving. Is this a possibility in North Carolina?You’re being charged with a DWI. It’s a big deal – you’re facing potential jail time and serious fines. Even if it’s […]
July 24, 2014I’m licensed in another state. How will a DWI conviction affect my driving privileges in North Carolina and my license in my state?In 1983, North Carolina combined all of its alcohol- and drug-related driving laws into a single offense called “Driving While Impaired.” Most […]
July 23, 2014I need legal help for an employment law issue but I don’t want to sue my employer. What are my options?If you’ve been hurt at work, you’re entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. You don’t have to sue your employer to get payment […]
July 9, 2014What is a disability rating?You were injured at work. You went through all the medical treatments you need, but you will never fully recover. How will […]
July 3, 2014What compensation are injured employees entitled to under North Carolina workers’ compensation law?If you get hurt on the job in North Carolina, you’re not just left out in the cold. Workers’ compensation laws make […]
July 2, 2014My employer wants me to return to work but my doctor has given me restrictions. What should I do?This post was updated August 2020 to include information about returning to work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Your job is important. When […]
June 30, 2014Can I be terminated for filing a workers’ compensation claim?You’ve been hurt on the job and now you can’t work. You know that workers’ compensation will cover your medical benefits and […]
June 26, 2014I am out of work and money’s tight. How do I pay for an attorney?If you’re injured and you can’t work, you probably don’t have a lot of excess cash lying around. You need to file […]
June 19, 2014How much will it cost for an accident attorney to represent me?Most personal injury attorneys charge a “contingency fee.” That means their fee depends on the amount they recover for you. A typical […]
June 19, 2014Should I try to handle my claim on my own or should I hire an attorney?Personal injury lawyers are paid a percentage of the recovery they obtain for you. It may appear at first glance that you […]