Civil Asset Forfeiture in North Carolina: Understanding “Policing for Profit” Concerns
A recent WRAL investigation has brought renewed attention to civil asset forfeiture in North Carolina, raising important questions about property […]
NC Court of Appeals Affirms DHC Discretion in Attorney Discipline Case—What It Means for Professional Conduct Standards
NC Court of Appeals affirms DHC discretion in attorney discipline case, highlighting standards for suspension vs. disbarment in professional misconduct matters.
SafeSport Investigator Scandal Leads to Reopened Cases: What Athletes Should Know
An audit of a fired SafeSport investigator led to reopened cases and revealed systemic problems with investigation practices. Here’s what athletes should know.
SafeSport Temporary Suspensions: What Athletes and Coaches Need to Know About Their Rights
SafeSport temporary suspensions can devastate careers before any wrongdoing is proven. Learn your rights and how to fight back in a SafeSport investigation.
What Is the U.S. Center for SafeSport and What Power Does It Have Over Athletes and Coaches?
Q: I received notice from the U.S. Center for SafeSport that I’m under investigation. What is this organization and what
Fourth Circuit Revives Prisoner’s Failure-to-Protect Claim in Case v. Beasley
The Fourth Circuit partially reversed dismissal of a prisoner’s failure-to-protect claim in Case v. Beasley, holding that allegations a case manager knowingly allowed a violent safekeeper into general population stated a viable Eighth Amendment claim.
What Does Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law Actually Mean?
Board certification in criminal law means more than a title—it represents rigorous testing, peer review, and demonstrated expertise that fewer than 100 North Carolina attorneys have earned.