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David M. Schweppe

David M. Schweppe, Owner and Managing Attorney of The Schweppe Law Firm, P.A., has over 28 years of experience representing clients in criminal defense, personal injury, and workers' compensation. Admitted to the North Carolina Bar in 1997, he earned his J.D. from Campbell University and his B.S. from Washington and Lee University. Based in Shelby, NC, Mr. Schweppe is dedicated to protecting clients’ rights and securing favorable results.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: David M. Schweppe

How illegally obtained evidence can be declared ‘poisonous’ to justice
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

Like every other state, North Carolina has laws that limit what police can do to arrest people and charge them…

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What are my responsibilities as executor of estate in North Carolina?
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

Becoming an executor of an estate probably sounds intimidating for most North Carolina residents. While the position comes with a…

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NC is a pure contributory negligence state
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Last Modified on Apr 30, 2024

All states use some form of comparative negligence law when adjudicating auto accidents. Some states have changed to the more…

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The basics of real estate investing
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

Real estate investing attracts many people interested in owning a property that grows in value. A core concept of real…

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The problems with eyewitness testimony
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Last Modified on Dec 11, 2023

Eyewitness testimony is a type of information used in both criminal and civil cases that many people would like to…

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Revocable Living Trust And How They Work
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Last Modified on Sep 19, 2025

For those living in North Carolina who want to plan their estates, a revocable living trust is a useful tool…

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3 reasons to consider a revocable living trust
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

Estate planning is different for everyone. Depending on your assets and your family situation, you may or may not require…

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The most important estate planning documents
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

No one likes to think about death, but it is something that every North Carolina has to face at some…

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Should you set up an LLC or partnership in North Carolina?
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

LLCs and partnerships in North Carolina are two of the possible business structures you could set up. They are similar…

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Know these contingencies if you’re buying a home
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

If you’re a first-time home buyer, it’s essential that you understand contingencies. Many people who have never bought a home…

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