Thanksgiving is an exciting time of year for many people. There is typically a feast, an afternoon of chatting and getting together with friends, and preparation for the exciting Black Friday morning the following day.This should be an exciting and positive time of...
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Your DUI could cost you your job: Defend yourself
When you were pulled over by the police, the first concern you had was the impact a DUI could have on your life. You knew that you had been drinking and that questions would be asked. It was a mistake, but it was too late to go back and change what you did.It's...
Teen alcohol use can damage future prospects
The use of alcohol by those under the age of 21 is a bad thing for a few reasons. First, it's illegal. That means that those who are caught face charges related to underage drinking. Another reason is because it can lead to trouble with substance abuse. Third, it can...
What is the horizontal gaze nystagmus test, and is it accurate?
You went out for a night with friends, and you had a little too much to drink. Despite knowing that you'd ingested some alcohol, you didn't think it was enough to make you a dangerous driver.Several minutes later, you had to swerve to avoid a small animal in the road....
Some reasons to consider alcohol treatment with a pending DUI
Millions of Americans use alcohol frequently, and thousands of them get arrested in South Carolina every year for driving under the influence (DUI). People who get behind the wheel after drinking enough to become impaired endanger themselves and everyone else on the...
3 ways that a DUI conviction can impact your job prospects
Anyone who gets stopped by police due to a suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) could find themselves facing an arrest and then criminal charges. Drivers in South Carolina may think that their impaired-driving woes will end when they enter a guilty plea or...
Learn the facts about alcohol use in America
You enjoy going out for a night on the town. In fact, that time away from work and other responsibilities is a great way to recharge. If alcohol is a part of that time out, it's important to be responsible with how you drink. If you drink too much, you could become...
Labor Day blues: Avoid a DUI with these tips
You are heading out to a barbecue for Labor Day, and you can't wait to spend the afternoon with the people you care about. You know that alcohol is going to be a big part of the festivities, and you're all right with that. You like to drink, so what could be better...
Sobriety tests aren’t always right: Here’s why
If you're stopped by the authorities, they may state that they want you to take a field sobriety test, especially if you take a Breathalyzer test and have a blood alcohol content that is close to .08%. The goal of field sobriety testing is to see if you're impaired or...
How to yield safely onto the interstate
There is more to driving on the interstate than getting up to speed, moving into the right lane and staying there until it's time to exit. For example, before you can drive on the interstate, you must first yield into traffic.The more you drive, the more you'll...
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