Many prospective Winston-Salem homeowners choose to purchase newly constructed homes. They do so in hopes that it will give them years of problem-free living that buying an older residence can't afford them. What many prospective homeowners don't realize though is how...
The #MeToo movement has led to more women coming forward to report sexual harassment and even assaults by men who have the power to control their professional futures. A recent survey, however, has revealed a negative impact of the movement. The fear that it's...
Women everywhere hold back on their pregnancy announcement. Have you? You might do so because you know your employer and coworkers could treat you differently after they know. Pregnant women often suffer unexpected and unpredictable kinds of discrimination at work....
Don't make the mistake of thinking that sexual harassment in the workplace always has to have a major, obvious event -- like your boss asking for sexual favors in exchange for a promotion. These things do happen, but many people understand that crossing a clear line...
> All employees should feel safe while at work. Unfortunately, sexual harassment is alive and well, creating negative work spaces all the time. According to PEW, over 38 percent of women reported being sexually harassed at work. But people do not see their...
Workplace sexual harassment isn't always as simple or blatant as a manager, colleague or client making an unwanted sexual advance or proposal. Often, there's a "quid pro quo" element. This usually occurs when the harasser has some type of leverage over their victim. A...
Attorneys can often avoid legal malpractice claims by simply taking the time to communicate with their clients. An article in one magazine for attorneys says, "Good client communications can be the key factor in bringing a quick end to a malpractice claim or avoiding...
It's been less than two years since the #MeToo movement began -- spurred largely by the allegations that became public (and ultimately took down) Hollywood mega-producer Harvey Weinstein. The reverberations have been felt not just throughout the entertainment...
The vast majority of contractors are honest, hardworking folks who want to provide quality builds and renovations to their clients. However, just as there are bad apples in all industries, North Carolina also has its share of shady operators looking to take advantage...
People often misinterpret the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution to mean that they have freedom of speech in all aspects of their lives. The First Amendment prohibits people from facing arrest (with some exceptions, of course) for voicing their opinions....
