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Celebrating Excellence: Joel R. Rhine Recognized in North Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s Power List 2025

We are thrilled to announce that our founding partner, Joel R. Rhine, has been honored in North Carolina Lawyers Weekly's Power List 2025. This prestigious recognition highlights Joel's unwavering commitment to legal excellence and his profound…

The Reason We Do What We Do

At Rhine Law Firm, we take great pride in standing up for those who have been wronged, fighting for justice, and ensuring that the most vulnerable members of our community are protected. Every case we take on is more than just a legal battle—it’s…

Types of Evidence to Gather in a Sexual Abuse Case

Sexual Assault

Sexual abuse survivors can seek justice by filing a civil sexual assault case in addition to a criminal complaint. However, these cases can be challenging to prove, especially if several years have passed since the abuse occurred. The right…

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Dozens of Charges Filed Against Former Bladen County School Bus Driver

Sexual Assault

On April 15th, 2024, the Bladen County school system terminated 63-year-old David Earl Denkins of Tar Heel for allegations of taking indecent liberties with a student on his bus. One week later, eight more sexual abuse victims have come forward…

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What to Do If You Suspect Human Trafficking

Sexual Assault

Human trafficking is a $150 billion industry—the second most profitable illegal industry in the U.S. It is infamous for preying on the vulnerable, especially women and children, and operating in the shadows of society. 7 out of every 10…

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Two Robeson County school employees arrested and charged with felony sex crimes within the same week.

Sexual Assault

Within the course of four days, two Robeson County, NC school employees have been arrested and charged with felony sex crimes involving students. The first is Wyvis Oxendine, Jr., who had been working at Purnell Swett High School in Pembroke,…

Rhine Law Firm Reaches $140 Million Default Judgement for the Victims of Michael Kelly, a Former New Hanover County Schools Teacher

Sexual Assault

Rhine Law Firm, P.C., is proud to announce that a judgment of over $140 million in damages has been reached against former New Hanover County high school chemistry teacher Michael Kelly for sexual abuse of his students. The 14 plaintiffs that…

Celebrating Excellence: Joel R. Rhine Recognized in North Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s Power List 2025

The Reason We Do What We Do

Types of Evidence to Gather in a Sexual Abuse Case

Dozens of Charges Filed Against Former Bladen County School Bus Driver

What to Do If You Suspect Human Trafficking

Two Robeson County school employees arrested and charged with felony sex crimes within the same week.

Rhine Law Firm Reaches $140 Million Default Judgement for the Victims of Michael Kelly, a Former New Hanover County Schools Teacher

RHINE LAW FIRM SEEKS JUSTICE FOR SURVIVORS OF SYSTEMIC SEXUAL ABUSE IN MARYLAND UNDER THE NEW CHILD VICTIMS ACT OF 2023

New Hanover County Board of Education and Plaintiffs in Kelly Case Reach $5.75 Million Agreement to Settle Lawsuit

Three New Plaintiffs Join the Civil Lawsuit against the New Hanover County Board of Education and Michael Kelly

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