The current state of American politics is more volatile than it has been in decades. Voting is fraught with issues that make it harder for your voice to be heard. Protests against racism and other divisive issues range from silent to violent. Stay informed with help from our affiliates.
As the November 5, 2024, presidential election approaches, it’s important to know how to register to vote and the deadline to do so. You should also know how and where to vote, and the identification needed to cast your vote. Without understanding the requirements to…
Today is the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy, in northwestern France. Germany had been economically reeling since the 1918 end of World War I, in large part because the European winners had ignored President Woodrow Wilson and forced Germany to pay…
After several delays and a lengthy battle in Congress, the Camp Lejeune Justice Act is finally headed to the President’s desk. The new bill will provide long-overdue justice for victims of water contamination at the military base in North Carolina. Camp Lejeune Act Finally Passes…
In August 2021, the MRA announced the recipients of the 2021 Veteran Marijuana Research (VMR) Grant Program. Wayne State University in Detroit has been awarded a $7 million grant from the State of Michigan to research the efficacy of marijuana in treating medical conditions of…
Justice: the maintenance or administration of what is just especially by the impartial adjustment of conflicting claims or the assignment of merited rewards or punishment (Merriam Webster) The Justice Counts podcast isn’t only about the law; it focuses on challenging issues that matter to the people –…
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Contributory negligence must be brought to an end. At the Whitley Law Firm, we have seen far too many injured individuals who are blocked from receiving any amount of compensation because minor errors on their part contributed to the accident. Such an outcome is devastating…
Instead of totally barring recovery of damages for even a scintilla of fault on the part of the victim, the Victims’ Fair Treatment Act would allow plaintiffs to recover compensation that is reduced according to their level of fault. According to the text of the…
North Carolina is one of the very few states where the principle of contributory negligence applies in personal injury claims. Unlike comparative negligence (the standard used by a majority of states), the contributory negligence rule bars the victims of accidents and serious injuries from recovering…
At long last, Congress, it seems, will pass the long fought over COVID-19 relief package. I am pleased to report that after months of negotiation, the proposed bill does not include any corporate immunity protections, despite significant pressure from Republican leaders, and intense lobbying by…
Political viewpoints have always been hot topics for debate, especially at election time. This has never been truer than in 2020, where the election played out like a farfetched political thriller. Consider this: Political thrillers usually take a few political reality crumbs and add a…