The court system is like one big puzzle - starting with an investigation and hopefully ending with a successful outcome at the trial court and, if appealed, at the appellate court level. Each piece of the puzzle is integral to the whole picture. At the same time, all the pieces must fit just right for it to turn out correctly and completely. The purpose of this lesson is to learn about various recent developments in North Carolina case law so that you can ensure your pieces help successfully complete the puzzle. Being knowledgeable about the current legal standard for major aspects of your job is essential in doing the job successfully.