Before getting your driver’s license, you may have taken Driver’s Ed., a written test at the DMV, and a driving test with an instructor. But just because you passed all the tests and received your license doesn’t mean you remember everything you learned. Here is a quick refresh on the five most common traffic violations... The post NC’s Common Traffic Violations (and the Penalties) appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

The holiday season has come to a close and unfortunately some people packed on more than extra pounds this season, they also packed on post-holiday debt. The excitement of the holiday fades quickly when credit card statements start arriving and you’re left with the fallout of overspending – a post-holiday debt hangover! The New Year... The post Tackling Holiday Debt appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

When you’re trying to decide if filing for bankruptcy is the right thing for you, your family, or your business, there are a lot of things that you should consider. Everything has pros and cons, but when it comes to bankruptcy, people tend to only focus on the negatives. Craft Law Firm is here to... The post Pros and Cons of Bankruptcy appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

Did you know there are specific rules to follow when you’re in a school zone? Here are some tips to help protect you from traffic violations while driving in and around school zones. Know where the school zone is. How can you recognize that you’re approaching a school zone? Typically, school zones have multiple signs... The post School Zones: Tips to Protect You From the Law appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

Your baby is all grown up and driving now! Though it’s exciting, it can be stressful – here are some tips for the road that they don’t teach in Driver’s Education, but everybody should be aware of. Just because the car ahead of you has its turn signal on doesn’t mean they plan to turn... The post What they Didn’t Teach You in Driver’s Ed: Tips for New Drivers appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

Are there some situations where it’s best to file for bankruptcy? Though bankruptcy does depend a lot on personal finances, there are times when it’s typically best to fast-track filing. Times You Should Probably Declare Bankruptcy: 1. The bank is foreclosing on your home. Filing for bankruptcy can stop a foreclosure. Once you file for... The post Why File for Bankruptcy? appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

It’s hard to know every law in your state – there are just so many of them! We’re bringing you 10 of North Carolina’s need-to-know traffic laws that you may have never heard of so you can stay safe on the road. If you’re in a minor accident with no injuries, North Carolina law requires... The post 10 Need-to-Know NC Traffic Laws appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

What do you do when your credit card debt is beginning to pile up more and more? Is there a way to get out of it? How? Don’t worry – here are four steps to getting out of credit card debt. 1. Find a payment strategy that works for you (maybe even two). Examples of... The post How To: Get Out of Credit Card Debt in 4 Steps appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

“Pedestrians have the right of way” is one of the first things you’re taught in Driver’s Education. And though you may know the general rule, we’re here today to break down the laws and tell you the penalties for breaking them. If there aren’t traffic signals, pedestrians have the right of way in both marked... The post What Happens When I Fail to Stop at a Crosswalk? appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more

We’ve heard rumors that recovering from bankruptcy is impossibly difficult, and that most people cannot recover. However, you can take steps to make sure that declaring bankruptcy is truly the beginning of your new financial journey. Though it won’t be easy, but it’s possible. Steps for Recovering from Bankruptcy: Double-check to make sure your credit... The post How To: Recover from Bankruptcy appeared first on Craft Law Offices ..read more