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Written by Dominic Balistriere, Carma Legal Law Clerk If you're wondering about your North Carolina personal injury case value, the honest answer is that it depends on the facts and what can be proven. You may be looking at medical bills, pain that hasn’t gone away, and an insurance offer that feels too low. The question then quickly becomes, “What is my case worth?” The honest answer is that it depends on the facts of your case and what can be proven. The value of your cla

By David Gardner, Esq., Lex Tecnica & IEP Defenders Lawyer Understanding your child's IEP evaluation rights is one of the most important steps a parent can take. Evaluations are the foundation of special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”). They determine whether a child is eligible for services, what those services should include, and whether those services remain appropriate over time. School districts have an ongoing obligation to iden

By Tamaryn da Ponte, Esq., Lex Tecnica & Immigration Help USA Lawyer In simple terms, a master calendar hearing is where your case is organized, and an individual hearing is where the judge decides your case. If you or someone you know is involved in removal proceedings before the immigration court, understanding the types of hearings involved can make the process feel more manageable. Two of the most important hearings are the master calendar hearing and the individual heari

A policy shift quietly taking effect May 18 could reshape how immigrants access legal counsel across the country. By Tamaryn da Ponte, Esq., Lex Tecnica & Immigration Help USA Lawyer For the past few years, a quiet but meaningful accommodation was available to immigrants navigating the complex USCIS interview process: their attorney could be present remotely. A screen, a stable connection, and legal expertise were enough. That changes this month. Effective May 18, 2026, U.S