When a business contract is breached by one party, it can often lead to significant disputes. In some cases, it even leads to litigation due to the fact that there are direct financial damages caused to the party that upheld their end of the deal. The other party’s...
Retail workers across North Carolina face a problem many customers underestimate: unwanted comments, propositions or touching from a shopper, not a coworker or manager. This behavior isn't just uncomfortable, but it could also count as illegal sexual harassment, since...
When people are accused of sexual harassment or misconduct in the workplace, they sometimes claim that they were joking. They may try to say that the victim just did not get the joke or does not have a sense of humor. They may claim that their comments or actions are...
Losing a loved one in a commercial truck accident is heartbreaking. Your family may be grieving while also dealing with tough legal and regulatory hurdles. In North Carolina, tractor-trailer crashes follow strict federal rules meant to keep people safe on the road....
Windows and glass systems do more than provide natural light and attractive views. They are essential components of a building's structural integrity, weather resistance and energy efficiency. When glass or framing systems are defective, the consequences can range...
Those involved in a construction project sometimes replace specified materials with lower‑quality products. Unfortunately, many discover the issue only after a failure occurs, creating frustration and unexpected costs. Knowing when material substitutions may qualify...
Many workers experience sexual harassment on the job that they never report. They do not speak up about the issues or file formal complaints. In some cases, one worker will come forward and finally report the harassment they have been experiencing, only to be followed...
We’ve all heard the phrase, "The customer is always right." But what happens when a customer, client or vendor’s behavior crosses the line into harassment? Many North Carolina employees are surprised to learn that their employer still has a duty to protect them, even...
Sometimes, business leaders frustrated by contract breaches choose to file breach of contract lawsuits. Other times, they simply want to end a working relationship with a professional or business after a breach. Those trying to avoid conflict and court costs might...
The corner office doesn't come with immunity from workplace sexual harassment. Professional women across North Carolina, from financial firm partners to tech executives, face inappropriate behavior that threatens both their dignity and their careers. How the C-Suite...
