by Michelle Sparrow | Sep 26, 2014 | Assault, Criminal Law Blog
A few major sports stories may have collided, according to a prominent neurologist. First, there are the multiple lawsuits against the NFL regarding the effects of repeated brain injuries. Second, there are the two NFL players accused of assaulting family members.... by Michelle Sparrow | Jul 17, 2014 | Assault, Criminal Law Blog
A man who has retired from a teaching career is set to face life in prison. The man, who was an elementary school teacher, was found guilty of dozens of charges stemming from the sexual molestation of students at the school where he taught. In total, the North... by Michelle Sparrow | Mar 20, 2014 | Assault, Criminal Law Blog
In November 2013, a woman claimed she was assaulted by an officer as he was taking her into custody. Yesterday, the Hickory police officer turned himself in to the Catawba County, North Carolina, Sheriff’s Office in response to a grand jury indictment. Released... by Michelle Sparrow | Dec 11, 2013 | Assault, Criminal Law Blog
The so-called “Knockout Game” has received media attention in Raleigh and across the nation. Reports indicate that groups of young men roam city streets and find people to punch and knock out. According to a recent report, the “Knockout Game”... by Michelle Sparrow | Nov 18, 2013 | Assault, Criminal Law Blog
About 200 miles to the east of Raleigh, a North Carolina man faces a slew of serious criminal charges after a reported robbery at a drug store. He faces charges including kidnapping and assault, a spokesperson for the Nags Head Police Department said. A woman alleged...