Consumer Alert: Tax Day, and Tax Scammers, are Approaching Friday, April 12, 2024 Reminder: Tax Day is Monday, April 15. With the deadline to file your taxes approaching, scammers will try to trick you out of your hard-earned money. Use our tips below to help protect yourself and your loved ones from tax season scammers....Read More

Property crime is a legal term for a variety of criminal offenses that involve damage or theft of property. This includes crimes like burglary, theft, vandalism, and arson. If you find yourself accused of a property crime, it is crucial to understand how to mount an effective defense. This article discusses some of the strategies...Read More

Victims of Hit and Run, Know Your Rights “Hit and Run” accidents occur when the driver of a vehicle involved in a collision with another vehicle, pedestrian, or property, fails to stop, identify themselves, or provide necessary aid. These accidents can result in serious physical injuries, emotional distress, and significant property damage. As a firm...Read More

Friday, February 2, 2024 Valentine’s Day is approaching, and while celebrating love and finding a connection is exciting, scammers leave people heartbroken far too often. Sweetheart scammers prey on people who are looking for love or even just friendship, and often target unsuspecting seniors. The scammer will befriend a potential victim on social media or...Read More

Confronting the challenges associated with drunk driving is a nationwide priority, with North Carolina being no different. In fact, being charged with a DUI or DWI often comes with significant legal implications, especially for repeat offenders. At Knox Law Center, we know how complicated it can be to deal with the law, so we strive...Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 Recently, the North Carolina Department of Justice published our 2023 annual report and shared the top 10 consumer complaints we received in 2023. Our office’s Consumer Protection Division works hard to educate the people of North Carolina about ways to protect themselves from scams, fraud, unfair business practices, and bad actors....Read More

Getting charged with Driving While Intoxicated, or DWI, can be an anxiety-inducing experience. It is crucial to know all impacts of DWI conviction, as they can extend far beyond the immediate legal penalties. At the Knox Law Center, we have extensive experience assisting individuals facing such charges in Charlotte, NC. Our specialty lies in criminal...Read More

Watch Out for Fake Holiday Job Scams Friday, December 8, 2023 This time of year, you may be looking for part-time, seasonal work to help pay extra bills or buy gifts for loved ones. Businesses, too, will be seeking extra help to meet the demands of the holiday season. As legitimate employers begin posting job...Read More

Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 This time of year, online shopping surges as folks scramble to buy holiday gifts and find the best deals online. Unfortunately, scammers know this all too well and will be trying to take advantage of unaware shoppers. People often report credit card fraud and phishing and shipping scams during the holiday...Read More

The Associated General Contractors of America once boldly proclaimed, “construction is a law unto itself.” As construction contractors and professionals, understanding the intricate web of regulations, contracts, and potential disputes that make up construction law is paramount. The landscape of construction law is such that minor ignorance or oversight can result in serious fiscal and...Read More