N.C. Doctor Settles in Chronic Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
A Charlotte, North Carolina doctor agreed to a settlement for a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against him by three former employees. Charlotte Observer reports that Dr. Hans Hansen settled the...
View ArticleLowes Sued Over Dog Attack Inside Store
Lowes Home Improvement, the North Carolina-based mega-chain, is facing a lawsuit filed by the family of a child who was bitten by a dog inside one of its stores. The Press Enterprise reports that the...
View ArticleNorth Carolina DWI Penalties – What You Should Know
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) in North Carolina is a very serious offense with serious punishments. You could face large fines, mandatory jail time, and loss of your driving privileges. If you are a...
View ArticleN.C. Family Sues Whirlpool Over Deadly Fridge Fire
The family of a North Carolina man who was killed when his refrigerator caught fire filed a lawsuit against Whirlpool Corporation, the manufacturer of the appliance. WSJM News Radio reports that Ashley...
View ArticlePolice Seek Driver at Fault in Deadly N.C. Collision
The North Carolina Highway Patrol is seeking a driver who is responsible for causing a four-car collision on N.C. 43 that killed one person and injured another. Rocky Mount Telegram reports that...
View ArticleLawsuit Filed in Deadly Hazing of N.C. College Student
The family of a North Carolina fraternity pledge who allegedly died as a result of a hazing ritual filed a lawsuit against the university and several individuals they believe were involved in the...
View ArticleNC Troopers Sue State for Pay Raises
A recent lawsuit filed against the state of North Carolina alleges state troopers were promised pay raises that never materialized. According to the suit, the troopers now face severe financial...
View ArticleN.C. Firefighter Seriously Injured in Multi-Vehicle Accident
Following a traffic accident at the scene of a woods fire, a North Carolina firefighter was seriously injured and suffered the loss of his left leg. Courier-Tribune reports that 43-year-old Earl...
View ArticleHigh-Profile Lawsuit Filed over N.C. State Fair Ride Malfunction
Four members of a North Carolina family who were injured in a horrific amusement ride accident filed a lawsuit against several defendants, including two individuals and two companies. The Charlotte...
View ArticlePlane Crash Severs Lawn Mower Operator’s Hand
A single-engine plane crashed into a man operating a lawnmower at a small North Carolina airport, severing his hand. The New York Daily News reports that 74-year-old John Rufty was operating a riding...
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