Insurance companies are often viewed as prioritizing their own financial interests rather than the well-being of their policyholders. While they may not be inherently evil, their primary objective is to safeguard their bottom line. There are 3 top mistakes that can be made to decrease the amount of money you receive. Placing [...]
Is Your Personal Injury Claim Viable in North Carolina? How North Carolina's Strict Negligence Law Can Affect Your Injury Claim [00:00:00] If you've been injured in an accident in North Carolina, it's crucial to understand a legal doctrine known as "contributory negligence." Our state is one of the [...]
An exceptional Criminal Defense Attorney discusses the three standard types of field sobriety tests that law enforcement uses and why they aren't reliable to test for marijuana. They include the horizontal gaze nystagmus test, the walk and turn, and the one-leg stand. In the first test, the twitching that is present [...]
In North Carolina, there is an ignition interlock restriction for certain drivers, which requires them to blow into the ignition interlock device themselves. It is not allowed to have someone else blow into the device in order to cheat the system. Currently, no cameras are attached to the devices, but this technological [...]
In this video, attorney Clarke Dummit explains the features and safety measures of the ignition interlock device. The device is designed to prevent cheating and ensure safe driving. It includes a random rolling retest feature that prompts the driver to pull over and blow into the device periodically. This is similar to [...]
Attorney Clarke Dummit provides insights into ignition interlock devices. If the device detects interference or alcohol, it records the information on its microchip. Every two months, the device needs to be downloaded by an interlock provider, and the data is transmitted to the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV). The DMV [...]
There are different types of restrictions that will require you to have an ignition interlock installed on your vehicle. These are an Alcohol Content Restriction (ACR) or a Conditional Restoration of your driver's license. Attorney Clarke Dummit explains the differences between the two types of restrictions in this video. OFFICE [...]
The Risks of Leaving Your Car Running With an Ignition Interlock Device The Risks of Leaving Your Car Running With an Ignition Interlock Device [00:00:00] If you are required to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your vehicle, you might wonder about the practicalities of [...]
If you have an ignition interlock requirement, you are allowed to drive a company vehicle while you have limited driving privileges authorized by a judge. This privilege is only applicable to the specific vehicle owned by your employer. It's important to note that this condition will cease 45 days before the ignition [...]
Criminal Law Attorney Clarke Dummit explains that one common question in regard to ignition interlock devices is whether or not you can have a friend drive your car if you have an ignition interlock installed. There are no regulations that prevent someone other than yourself from driving your car. But, be aware [...]
