Facing criminal charges is frightening enough. Even with the best criminal defense lawyer you can find, there is a chance of a conviction that could bring fines, prison time and other serious consequences. This situation is much worse if, at some point during the...
When the #MeToo movement swept through the United States in 2017, many people were surprised how rampant a problem sexual harassment still was in the workplace. Unfortunately, you may know about workplace sexual harassment problems firsthand. Maybe your manager has...
When a client has a complaint about a contractor’s work, the contractor would most often wish to resolve the complaint and obtain the customer’s satisfaction. In this way, contractors may win repeat business and positive referrals. However, if the client refuses to...
Hiring an attorney means entrusting someone who has knowledge and professional experience to handle legal matters that may be too complex or risky to handle on one’s own. Attorney services can be costly, but ideally, the outcome is worth it. However, there are cases...
Several years have passed since the #metoo movement -- when celebrities sought to bring the reality of workplace sexual harassment and abuse to the public eye. Like many in North Carolina, you may not have needed more awareness, especially if you have been a victim to...
Parents of teenagers often dread receiving that phone call saying their child has been in a traffic accident. For a family whose loved one suffers catastrophic injuries, the following weeks and months may be spent in agony, waiting and watching for signs of recovery....
One goal of the #metoo movement of several years ago was to bring awareness of the prevalence of sexual harassment in the workplace. Many actresses spoke out against the actions of certain powerful men in Hollywood, hoping to bring a change of culture all over the...
No one should ever have to endure a hostile work environment due to harassment, but far too many people do. Victims may say the experience is frightening, demoralizing or humiliating, depending on the exact circumstances. Sexual harassment is just one type that can...
A contract is vital for any kind of business dealing in North Carolina and across the country. Contracts outline the expectations of each side and set a tone of understanding and agreement from the start of a project or other transaction. When both sides fulfill the...
Contractor often worry about home construction defects. North Carolina’s statute of limitations for filing construction defect claims allows years to pass before a customer takes legal action for a latent defect. A lawsuit for construction defects can be financially...
