The American legal system has a commitment to fairness, but it can still be very intimidating to set foot in a courtroom alone. That’s why you need competent legal representation any time you’re involved with the legal system, never take the risk of going in alone, you may accidentally incriminate yourself or worse! One thing that we greatly support is that before sentencing a judge will generally ask the defendant questions pertaining to the quality of their defense team and if they’re happy with it. You’ll regret showing up to court without a great attorney no matter what your case is.
Traffic Law We have traffic laws in place for public and personal protection.First and foremost the easiest thing you can do to avoid getting pulled over is making sure all light and indicators on your car are working, your registration is up to date, and you’re following all the rules of the road. Follow the speed limit, drive with the safety of yourself and others in mind, and keep a clear head on the road. At Mast Law Firm, our traffic ticket law firm and attorneys can help protect you and in many instances, minimize any points that may be added to your Driving Record and Insurance Record. In North Carolina, your Driver’s License record typically allows you to accumulate up to twelve (12) points in a three (3) year period before a revocation, but a different set of points are associated with Insurance regulations which is associated with certain percentages in increases in your insurance. Incidents can cause your insurance to skyrocket.
Family Law Family law is usually very unpleasant for the most part, but it has become a common thing for many people in today’s world. These days about half of American marriages end in divorce, so family law is practiced far and wide. Family law may encompass everything from divorce to child custody battles, child support, family member death and estates, plus much more. Most going through trying to adopt may also find themselves wanting a family law attorney to help them speed the process along. You will want a tough but caring lawyer on your side.
Personal Injury & Wrongful Death A personal injury attorney will be able to help you get an accurate estimate of your damages, and press for a full and fair settlement offer. The legal service we provide at Smithfield Law Firm is always individualized and efficient, and we want our clients to be comfortable with bringing all of their personal legal needs to our attention.
Work Injuries/Worker’s Compensation If you have been injured on the job we can help. Our work injury attorneys have decades of experience helping injured workers in North Carolina receive the workers’ compensation benefits they deserve. People often refer to this as just “worker’s comp” or even “workmen’s compensation” depending on the area.
Estate Planning; Wills, Trust, Powers of Attorney Our wills, estates, and trusts practice at Smithfield Law Firm has over four decades of experience with meeting the needs of our clients and their families. We have followed our estate plans from drafting and execution, through revision, and all the way through probate administration and final distribution. With careful drafting, a will can survive all of these steps intact, minimize taxes, and weather any challenges that dissenters attempt to make. Learn more about estate planning and trusts.
Hire an Attorney Everyone needs legal representation when facing legal issues. Even if the police are just asking you questions, you certainly have the right to stay silent until your lawyer arrives. Everything that you say from that point forward can and will be used against you. Wait for you attorney! The bond between client and lawyer is still sacred and respected, so the things you tell your lawyer will simple never be repeated again. Are you in need of legal representation in Johnston County? You should work with Smithfield law firm.