News and Opinions from Experienced North Carolina Injury Lawyers

What made John Edwards smile?

Why is John Edwards smiling for his mugshot? Focus groups lead him to believe he will win his defense against campaign fraud charges.

What should Joe Gibbs do with Kyle Busch now?

After Kyle Busch’s stunt of barreling 128 mph through a residential area, Joe Gibbs has to consider what's best for his team, for NASCAR, and for the fans.

Upcoming Legislation Can Help Make NC Citizens Safer

Several bills in the NC General Assembly have the potential to make roads across the Good Ol' North State much safer. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4LAW.

Michael Annett, NASCAR Racer, Charged with DWI, Driving while Texting

Not even NASCAR drivers are above the law in North Carolina. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4LAW.

Another N.C. A&T official fired over track tryout death

In another development in the case of the N.C. A&T University student who died after collapsing at a sports tryout, A&T has fired an associate athletics director and suspended its head trainer. Jospin “Andre” Milandu died after collapsing at a track-and-field tryout on Aug. 19, 2010. In October, the N.C. Medical Examiner’s Office cited complications of sickle cell trait and physical exertion as the cause of his death.

UPDATE: E-mail asked to omit sickle cell tests before N.C. A&T athlete’s death

On August 19, 2010, Jospin “Andre” Milandu, a 20-year-old student at N.C. A&T in Greensboro, North Carolina, died after collapsing on the university track during a track team tryout. Now disturbing news has surfaced that indicates that A&T coaches were asked to forgo sickle cell tests for students who were trying out for a team.

NC Legislation Becomes Law in December, New Year's Day

Several new laws and policies that will affect NC drivers will start with the New Year or sooner. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4LAW.

Successful Signals

The NC DOT reports that newly designed left-turn signals have been successful in preventing accidents at intersections across the state. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4LAW.

Stop Bullying: Start at Your School!

The problem might seem impossible to solve, but not if you start small. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4LAW.

Colombina Mega Pops Recalled: Choose a Trick, Not THIS Treat on Halloween

Colombina Mega Pops have been determined to contain traces of industrial metal. The lollipop candies have been recalled. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4LAW (4529).

Be Afraid of Colombina Mega Pops this Halloween!

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services warns consumers about a health hazard associated with Colombina Mega Pops. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4LAW.

Drunk Drivers Still Don’t Get It!

NC state and local law enforcement officers issue almost 3,300 DWI citations to drivers during statewide Labor Day "Booze It & Lose It" campaign. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4LAW.

Friendly Avenue at Commerce Place|T-bone Collision

An automobile accident occurred near the offices of Egerton Law on September 21, 2010.

N.C. A&T student Jospin Milandu dies after collapsing at track tryout

Jospin Milandu, a 20-year-old student at N.C. A&T in Greensboro, North Carolina died Monday, Aug. 16, 2010 after collapsing on the university track during a track team tryout. Milandu, a sophomore from Knightdale, N.C., was taken to Moses Cone Hospital, where doctors determined he died from complications of an elevated heart rate.

Nine Cars Wreck on I-85 Over Yadkin River Bridge

Nine vehicles were involved in a collision on the Interstate 85 southbound lanes over the Yadkin River in Davidson, North Carolina. Egerton & Associates, P.A. 1-800-800-4529.

Recalled DeWalt Nailers Could Cause Serious Injury

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is recalling DeWALT FRAMING NAILERS because the bump action trigger might be improperly assembled. An affected tool could eject a fastener unexpectedly or cause the trigger lock-off to fail causing serious injury. Call Egerton & Associates 1-800-800-4LAW.

NC State Linebacker Early Morning Car Accident a Reminder to Stay Well Rested When You Travel

NC State junior linebacker Nate Irving suffered a broken leg and collapsed lung after a single car accident early Sunday morning. According to the Associated Press and ESPN his car ran off the road at after 4:00 a.m. because of fatigue. Egerton & Associates 1-800-800-4LAW.

Company Expands Beef Recall - Withholds Key Information From Public

CNN is reporting the expansion of a recall by JBS Swift Beef Company of Greeley Colorado. The initial recall last week involved about 41,000 lbs of beef possibly contaminated with E. coli. Yesterday the recall was extended to another 380,000 lbs of beef. The affected beef was distributed within the United States and internationally. Egerton & Associates 1-800-800-4LAW.