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a little legal blog

a little legal blog

A eclectic mix of beer, law, legal issues, and what ever strikes John's fancy. By the Law Office of John Szymankiewicz, PLLC.

http://jslawcenter.wordpress.com/
  • Feb 6

    So you want to start a “Non-Profit” business?

    So you want to start a “Non-Profit” business?
    Guest Blog Spot: Kelvin L. Spragley, Ph.D., M.Ed., B.S., A.A. I get a lot of questions about non-profit businesses. So, I decided to turn to an expert. I’ve known Dr. Spragley for several years and he’s my go-to guy when it…
  • Feb 6

    So you want to start a “Non-Profit” business?

    So you want to start a “Non-Profit” business?
    Guest Blog Spot: Kelvin L. Spragley, Ph.D., M.Ed., B.S., A.A. I get a lot of questions about non-profit businesses. So, I decided to turn to an expert. I’ve known Dr. Spragley for several years and he’s my go-to guy when it…
  • Aug 21

    Best of… for the week of August 13, 2012

    Best of… for the week of August 13, 2012
    Here’s my round-up (a couple of days late) of last weeks best stories and articles for Small Business and Beer Business.
Rank this Week: 4257

Cady Bar the Door

Cady Bar the Door

Provides insight and commentary on SEC enforcement actions. By Brooks Pierce.

http://www.secmiscellany.com
  • May 8

    The SEC Does Not Care about Your FINRA Document Request

    The SEC Does Not Care about Your FINRA Document Request
    If you are a broker-dealer or a registered representative at one, you sign on for some meddling by FINRA.  The self-regulatory organization is responsible for overseeing your securities business and even for your outside business…
  • May 2

    SEC Dings Investment Adviser for Custody Violations, Failure to Supervise

    SEC Dings Investment Adviser for Custody Violations, Failure to Supervise
    Readers of this space – and SEC observers generally – will recall a March 4 risk alert designed to warn investors about the ways U.S. investment advisers had recently been found to have violated the SEC’s asset custody…
  • Apr 22

    Ralph Lauren Escapes FCPA Problems with Minimized Damage

    Ralph Lauren Escapes FCPA Problems with Minimized Damage
    Often, enforcement officials at the SEC and the Justice Department express their wish that securities law violators own up to their (mis)conduct as soon it comes to light.  That is, come to the government and explain what has…
Rank this Week: 1742

Carolina Blawg

Carolina Blawg

By the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Law Library.

http://blogs.law.unc.edu/library/
  • Oct 31

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  • Jun 22

    eBooks in the Law Library

    eBooks in the Law Library
    There are many eBooks in the campus libraries about law. Try doing an advanced search and specify format = eBook. Here are the results of a search for subject=law and format=eBook.
  • Jun 8

    Additional translations of foreign penal codes - now on HeinOnline

    Additional translations of foreign penal codes - now on HeinOnline
    HeinOnline has added the American Series of Foreign Penal Codes to is Foreign and International Law Resources database. The newly added 32 volumes provide "accurate English translations of important Penal Codes of foreign countries." Each…
Rank this Week: 3164

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Blog

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers defense issues in North Carolina criminal cases. By Arnold & Smith.

http://www.charlottecriminallawyer-blog.com/
Rank this Week: 2336

Charlotte Divorce Lawyer Blog

Charlotte Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers North Carolina divorce, child custody and child support issues. By Arnold & Smith.

http://www.charlottedivorcelawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 3878

Charlotte Divorce Lawyer Blog

Charlotte Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers divorce, alimony, child support and child custody in North Carolina. By the Law Offices of David P. Sheehan.

http://www.charlotte-divorce-lawyer-blog.com/
  • Dec 31

    Former 'Real Housewives' Star Files Divorce Paper

    Former 'Real Housewives' Star Files Divorce Paper
    Lynne Curtain, who was a member of seasons four and five of Bravo Network's hit reality show Real Housewives of Orange County has filed for divorce from her husband of more than twenty years. The reality star, best known for trying to defy…
  • Dec 17

    Woman Seeks Back Child Support from Panther

    Woman Seeks Back Child Support from Panther
    A Houston woman says Brandon LaFell, the third leading receiver for the Carolina Panthers this season, owes over $20,000 in back child support he was ordered to pay by a Houston court. Ashley Walker, 28, and LaFell, 26, are parents to son…
  • Dec 1

    Domestic Violence Law Takes Effect in North Carolina

    Domestic Violence Law Takes Effect in North Carolina
    Today, December 1, 2012, a new domestic violence law went into effect in North Carolina that hopes to reduce domestic violence. The law, House Bill 176, has two parts. The first part is that the law expands what charges and convictions are…
Rank this Week: 3933

Charlotte Injury Attorney Blog

Charlotte Injury Attorney Blog

Covers North Carolina auto, school bus, boating and motorcycle accidents. By Osborne Law Firm, P.C.

http://www.charlotteinjuryattorneyblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4591

Charlotte Injury Attorneys Blog

Charlotte Injury Attorneys Blog

Covers car accident, personal injury and motorcycle accident cases in Charlotte, North Carolina. By Myers Law Firm, PLLC.

http://www.charlotteinjuryattorneysblog.com
  • Feb 26

    Dealing with Diminution in Value Claim

    Dealing with Diminution in Value Claim
    When a negligent driver causes a motor vehicle collision by wrecking another car, the innocent victims suffer many losses. One of these losses is a loss suffered by the owner of the vehicle: the loss in the value of the automobile. This…
  • Feb 24

    NORTH CAROLINA REPUBLICANS WAGE ATTACK ON YOUR RIGHTS

    NORTH CAROLINA REPUBLICANS WAGE ATTACK ON YOUR RIGHTS
    How much is the loss of an arm or leg due to a doctor's negligence worth to you? What about the loss of the ability to walk due to a medical error? North Carolina Republicans think that the maximum amount of money a jury should award for…
  • Nov 15

    What Personal Injury Victims Need to Know About Medicaid Lien

    What Personal Injury Victims Need to Know About Medicaid Lien
    A few weeks ago I posted about Medicare Liens and what people who suffer an injury as the result of someone else's negligence need to be on the lookout for if they have Medicare. Similar to Medicare, if a person has Medicaid and suffers an…
Rank this Week: 4791

Charlotte Injury Lawyers Blog

Charlotte Injury Lawyers Blog

Published by Arnold & Smith, PLLC

http://www.charlotteinjurylawyersblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4544

Charlotte Personal Injury Lawyer…

Charlotte Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Published By The Law Offices of Christopher S. Shumate, PLLC.

http://www.charlottepersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/
  • Jul 4

    Pat McCrory Is Lying To Charlotte Worker

    Pat McCrory Is Lying To Charlotte Worker
    Charlotte workers have two primary choices for governor in the upcoming election. They can vote for Walter Dalton or Pat McRory. I am a Charlotte workers' compensation lawyer; I represent people injured on the job. I don't hide that fact;…
  • Jul 1

    Does New N.C. Law Actually Help Charlotte Workers?

    Does New N.C. Law Actually Help Charlotte Workers?
    As indicated in previous blog postings, the issue of employers lacking workers' compensation insurance in North Carolina has become an increasing problem recently. The North Carolina legislature recently responded by passing House Bill 237,…
  • Jun 25

    Charlotte Area Incidents Illustrative of Seriousness of Dog Bite Attack

    Charlotte Area Incidents Illustrative of Seriousness of Dog Bite Attack
    On a June 22, 2012, an eight year boy from York, South Carolina was attacked by a Chow. According to witnesses, the dog was on his leash in a neighbor's yard when the attack occurred. There has been no indication of why the dog attacked the…
Rank this Week: 3514

Child Custody Attorney~In the…

Child Custody Attorney~In the Trenches

Covers child custody and family law issues. By Arlaine Rockey.

http://childcustodyattorney.blogspot.com/
  • Dec 2

    Combating False Allegations of Parental Alienation (PAS)

    Combating False Allegations of Parental Alienation (PAS)
    Abusers sometimes use false allegations of parental alienation against the protective parent to help deflect away from the abuse allegations and to turn the tables on the protective parent. Unfortunately, it works. Thus, as a protective…
  • Jun 3

    LEGAL ASSISTANT JOB

    LEGAL ASSISTANT JOB
    I'm seeking a smart, conscientious legal assistant for my dynamic statewide, solo family law practice, handling mostly complex custody cases. Great job for college grad who wants to be a paralegal or go to law school; however, a college…
  • Aug 17

    When the Guardian ad Litem goes the other way ...

    When the Guardian ad Litem goes the other way ...
    In a custody case, sometimes a judge will appoint a guardian ad litem ("GAL") (sometimes called a CASA) to represent the best interests of the children. Sometimes the GAL is a lawyer, sometimes not. Sometimes the GAL is a volunteer, but often…
Rank this Week: 2585

Construction Law in North Carolina

Construction Law in North Carolina

Discusses construction law issues in North Carolina. By Melissa Dewey Brumback.

http://constructionlawnc.com
  • Apr 26

    Design-Build Advantages for Construction Projects (guest post)

    Design-Build Advantages for Construction Projects (guest post)
    Today we have a guest post from the folks at McCree General Contractors and Architects, located in Orlando.  The McCree folks, naturally enough, think Design-Build has many features that make it advantageous over the…
  • Apr 26

    Design-Build Advantages for Construction Projects (guest post)

    Design-Build Advantages for Construction Projects (guest post)
    Today we have a guest post from the folks at McCree General Contractors and Architects, located in Orlando.  The McCree folks, naturally enough, think Design-Build has many features that make it advantageous over the…
  • Apr 5

    What Architects & Engineers Need to Know about the New Lien Law

    What Architects & Engineers Need to Know about the New Lien Law
    I have previously discussed the ABCs of Lien Laws for those making claims on a project (that is, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers) and the 123s of Lien Laws for project owners.  Now, time to learn…
Rank this Week: 2882

Craige Brawley Liipfert & Walker…

Craige Brawley Liipfert & Walker LLP Blog

Covers elder law.

http://www.craigebrawley.com/blog/
  • May 11

    Long-Term Care Insurance

    Long-Term Care Insurance
    Our safety net has a hole in it. If you or a loved one live in North Carolina and end up needing 24-hour-per-day care in an assisted living facility (like many persons in the middle stages of Alzheimer’s disease, for example), you will have…
  • May 11

    Giving Your House Away and Medicaid Transfer Penaltie

    Giving Your House Away and Medicaid Transfer Penaltie
    One question I am often asked is whether clients should give their homes to their children. The usual reason for the question is the parents wanting to get eligible for Medicaid quicker and save the house for the children. The decision is not…
  • May 5

    Quadriplegic Para-Olympian Walk

    Quadriplegic Para-Olympian Walk
    Quadriplegic Para-Olympian Walk
Rank this Week: 5189

DUI/DWI Defense - Raleigh, Durham,…

DUI/DWI Defense - Raleigh, Durham, Cary

Covers DUI defense in North Carolina. By David A. Bauernfeind.

http://www.raleighdurhamlaw.com
  • Dec 17

    DUI Defense

    DUI Defense
    Many people are surprised by the number and variety of defenses that may be availing to them. While the following list is by no means exhaustive, it is a good starting point in beginning to consider successful defense strategies.
  • Oct 2

    Problems With Ignition Interlock Device

    Problems With Ignition Interlock Device
    Many states require a person convicted of DUI to install an ignition interlock device on their car. The ignition interlock device functions much like a breathalyzer machine as it detects whether or not the driver of a vehicle has consumed…
  • Oct 2

    DUI checkpoint

    DUI checkpoint
    In 1990, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Michigan v. Sitz that the infringement of Fourth Amendment rights caused by DUI checkpoints is overshadowed by the potential public benefit of getting dangerous, impaired drivers off the road.…
Rank this Week: 1761

Duncan Law Blog

Duncan Law Blog

Covers North Carolina bankruptcy and workers compensation issues.

http://www.duncanlawonline.com/blog/
  • May 23

    What is Form 26 in a NC Workers’ Compensation Case?

    What is Form 26 in a NC Workers’ Compensation Case?
    A Form 26, according to the North Carolina Industrial Commission, is a Supplemental Agreement as to Payment of Compensation (G.S. §97-82).  After you have been receiving your compensation for workers’ compensation, you and…
  • May 16

    Is It Common For a Loan Modification To Be Delayed?

    Is It Common For a Loan Modification To Be Delayed?
    When you are having trouble making your house payments, there are options that might work well for you. One of these options is a loan modification. This is when the bank changes your loan so that you have a lower, more affordable monthly…
  • May 14

    Can the Insurance Company Provide me with Transportation in a Worker’s Comp Claim?

    Can the Insurance Company Provide me with Transportation in a Worker’s Comp Claim?
    Yes, the insurance company can provide you with transportation to receive medical care that is approved by the insurance company or the North Carolina Industrial Commission. Usually you must provide your own transportation, but the insurance…
Rank this Week: 1428

Durham Family Law Journal.com

Durham Family Law Journal.com

Discusses North Carolina family law topics. By Martha New Milam.

http://durhamfamilylawjournal.blogspot.com/
  • Jun 15

    Happy Father's Day

    Happy Father's Day
    In an article in the June 14, 2012 New York Times, Dominick Zarrillo's column about
  • Jun 5

    401(k)s and Divorce

    401(k)s and Divorce
    Here is a link to a recent articlein the Wall Street Journal concerning dividing 401(k) accounts incident to divorce. 
  • May 10

    Lessen Your Risk of Sexual Assault

    Lessen Your Risk of Sexual Assault
    NursingDegree.com has posted a new article entitled "20 Ways to Lessen Your Risk of Sexual Assault." Read the 20 tips here
Rank this Week: 4413

Elon Law Library

Elon Law Library

Features library news and updates. From Elon University School of Law Library.

http://elonlawlibrary.blogspot.com/
  • Sep 19

    Vote for your favorite DVD,

    Vote for your favorite DVD,
    In what has become an annual event, it is time to let your voice be heard on how the library fine money is going to be spent this year.  For those new to Elon Law, or just don't know what I'm talking about, the library overdue fines are used…
  • Aug 16

    What's new in the Law Library? -- Scan to e-mail!

    What's new in the Law Library? -- Scan to e-mail!
    One of the most requested services was the ability to e-mail the scanned material directly.  However, the only scanner was the Richo which only scans to flash drives and memory card.  This situation change today.
  • May 10

    Graduating Students Summer Westlaw and LexisNexis Acce

    Graduating Students Summer Westlaw and LexisNexis Acce
    Westlaw Access after Graduation.Graduating students’ passwords expire on May 31, 2012 but can be extended for bar preparation. If you extend your password you will receive 10 hours of Westlaw access during the summer – 5 hours in June and…
Rank this Week: 4661

Faculty News

Faculty News

From Duke University School of Law.

http://law.duke.edu/facschol/
Rank this Week: 4067

Gastonia Family Law

Gastonia Family Law

Covers family law issues in North Carolina. By McIlveen Family Law Firm.

http://gastoniafamilylaw.com/
  • May 15

    10 Tips to get your House in Order before a Divorce

    10 Tips to get your House in Order before a Divorce
    Consult with an Attorney- You need to consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area. Divorce is complicated and it is better to know all your rights prior to making any substantial moves towards a divorce. Get your Finances in…
  • May 15

    Taxes and Alimony

    Taxes and Alimony
    Are you receiving a spousal support payment (“alimony”) from your ex-spouse? Then this blog might be of interest to you! In North Carolina alimony must be claimed as income on your taxes every year that you receive alimony…
  • Apr 18

    Can a Wife Who Earns More Than the Husband Be Entitled to Alimony in North Carolina?

    Can a Wife Who Earns More Than the Husband Be Entitled to Alimony in North Carolina?
    Courts may grant alimony in North Carolina, but not in all divorce cases. The income of each spouse plays a significant role in determining whether or not a spouse is entitled to receive spousal support from the other spouse. The spouse who…
Rank this Week: 3163

Greensboro Law Blog

Greensboro Law Blog

Covers the practice of law in Greensboro, North Carolina.

http://greensborolaw.blogspot.com/
  • May 12

    Come to the Greensboro Bar Association Annual Picnic!

    Come to the Greensboro Bar Association Annual Picnic!
    GBA 2013 Annual PicnicatNewBridge Bank ParkonSunday, June 9th at 4:00 p.m.Bring your family (kids too!) for an afternoon of food, fun and BASEBALL!!Come watch our Greensboro Grasshoppersplay the Kannapolis Intimidators.We will be…
  • May 12

    Health Initiative May 14th

    Health Initiative May 14th
    The GBA Health and Wellness Committee announces:FIT TO PRACTICE!Stressed out?  Tired?  Out of shape? Need motivation to get moving?The GBA’s Health and Wellness Committee would like to help you get Fit to Practice!If you…
  • May 6

    Potters House Volunteers Needed

    Potters House Volunteers Needed
    The GBA, through its community involvement committee, needs five volunteers to help serve brunch (9:00 am – 12:30 pm) at the Potters House community kitchen of the Greensboro Urban Ministry, 1002 South Eugene Street, for Sunday, May…
Rank this Week: 1445

Kirk Sanders Law Blog

Kirk Sanders Law Blog

Covers North Carolina business and personal injury issues.

http://www.kirksanderslaw.com/blogs/kirksanderslaw
  • May 16

    Eviction of Tenant or Prior Owner after a Foreclosure Hearing

    Eviction of Tenant or Prior Owner after a Foreclosure Hearing
    What happens when a client purchases a property at a foreclosure sale & wants to remove the existing owner or tenant? Answer: There's a specific statute that Orders Possession for the new owner or bank that is the new titled owner to the…
  • May 8

    Certificate of Relief: Don’t let a past crime block your road to a better future

    Certificate of Relief: Don’t let a past crime block your road to a better future
    North Carolina recently widened the types and conditions under which past criminal convictions may be expunged from one’s record.  Despite these new guidelines, the criteria for the removal of a past crime from one’s record…
  • Apr 16

    News Release: Partial Settlement in Wrongul Death Case with Dram Shop Liability

    News Release: Partial Settlement in Wrongul Death Case with Dram Shop Liability
    Partial Settlement Ordered in Forsyth County Superior Court in wrongful death case. Sanders Law Firm, PLLC represents the plaintiff-estate. The firm will continue to pursue the case against the bar. Link to Winston-Salem Journal…
Rank this Week: 1655

Law Firm Coach Blog

Law Firm Coach Blog

Covers law office management, marketing, and business development news and information. Published By Catalyst Group, Inc.

http://www.lawfirmcoachblog.com/
  • Jun 10

    Are you missing some joy?

    Are you missing some joy?
    Every now and then some pattern strikes me as interesting. I have been talking with several people about politics, and I know that is always dangerous but what the heck. Anyway I began to notice a trend from people that were very emotional…
  • May 27

    Consider your Firm's logo

    Consider your Firm's logo
    Whether written as a mission statement, spoken or merely understood, your firm’s culture describes and governs the ways you and your staff think, feel and act. I would say that your culture starts with your logo because that is the first…
  • Jan 25

    Do you really want a team

    Do you really want a team
    People in every firm we have visited talk about building a team, working as a team, or their team, but few understood how to create team work or how to develop a high performance team. Being part of a team has a lot to do with the…
Rank this Week: 4429

Law Offices of Cheryl David

Law Offices of Cheryl David

Covers estate planning and elder law in North Carolina.

http://www.cheryldavid.com/blog/
  • May 17

    The Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Property, and Why it Matter

    The Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Property, and Why it Matter
    Preparing for the probate process is a big part of estate planning. Probate is simply the collection of laws and rules that have to be followed before the property a deceased person leaves behind goes to new owners or inheritors. To properly…
  • May 15

    What to do if You Know a Family Member is About to Die

    What to do if You Know a Family Member is About to Die
    Dealing with a death in the family is always a difficult time. Today, many deaths come not unexpectedly, but after lengthy hospital stays or situations where the family has had time to prepare. While this time can make it easier on the family…
  • May 13

    Revoking Your North Carolina Will

    Revoking Your North Carolina Will
    If you have made a will in Greensboro, North Carolina and have ever wondered how to change or revoke it, North Carolina law allows you several options. While revoking the will is entirely your choice, there are several reasons why you may…
Rank this Week: 1317

Law School: Success & Careers

Law School: Success & Careers

Advice, tips and musings regarding law school and life thereafter from a former trial lawyer (and guest bloggers), now Director of Public Service Programs at the North Carolina Central University School of Law in Durham, NC.

http://lawschoolsuccessandcareers.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 3724

Lawyer Goggles

Lawyer Goggles

Commentary on various and sundry legal and cultural issues. By John Wait.

http://lawyergoggles.wordpress.com
  • Feb 17

    More Class Action Fun.

    More Class Action Fun.
    A friend called me this week with the following scenario.
  • Jan 12

    Monkey Picture Per Request.

    Monkey Picture Per Request.
    Monkey on Dog
  • Jan 12

    Class Action Lawsuits: Considerations for a Layman.

    Class Action Lawsuits: Considerations for a Layman.
    If you watch any daytime TV, then you’ve likely seen advertisements asking you such questions as: “Have you been exposed to asbestos at work?” or “Do you have an account with _________ company?”  The commercial will then tell you…
Rank this Week: 3874

Lumberton Lawyer Blog

Lumberton Lawyer Blog

Published by Bowen & Berry, PLLC

http://www.lumbertonlawyerblog.com/
  • Apr 8

    Prosecutor Now Defends Criminal Cases in Robeson County North Carolina

    Prosecutor Now Defends Criminal Cases in Robeson County North Carolina
    Woodberry "Woody" Bowen now defends criminal cases where once he prosecuted for twelve years. In Robeson County North Carolina Bowen was on the prosecutorial staff of Joe Freeman Britt, the Guinness Book of Records "Deadliest DA". Joe had…
  • Mar 25

    North Carolina Still Recognizes Alienation of Affections Court Claim

    North Carolina Still Recognizes Alienation of Affections Court Claim
    The Lumberton North Carolina Courts provide a good forum for Alienation of Affection cases. NC is only one a a handful of remaining states which allow an action against a third party for wrecking a marriage. The claim is called allienation…
  • Mar 23

    Slandered Red Springs NC Shopper Wins Record Jury Verdict

    Slandered Red Springs NC Shopper Wins Record Jury Verdict
    I was not long out of the DA's office from a position as a state prosecutor. Fresh back in private practice those decades ago, no big cases were lining up at the door just yet. So I had to make the most of what I had. A young mechanic…
Rank this Week: 4538

Musings on Immigration

Musings on Immigration

Covers immigration issues, including current political and social events and their impact on immigration law and reform. By Kuck Casablanca LLC.

http://www.immigration.net/Blog
  • Aug 20

    USCIS Knows What Its Problems Are. Will It Now Fix Them?

    USCIS Knows What Its Problems Are. Will It Now Fix Them?
    Recently, the USCIS conducted a survey of more than 5,000 “stakeholders” (folks who care about and participate in the U.S. immigration system in some way).  These stakeholders were asked to identify the key areas of concern for them.…
  • Aug 19

    Senator Schumer, You are Wrong!

    Senator Schumer, You are Wrong!
    Last Week Congress passed its first major piece of immigration legislation in several years.  The Border Security Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2010 (H.R. 5875) Besides the fact that the bill itself is a joke–passed without…
  • Aug 12

    GOP candidate for Governor announces Arizona-style immigration bill for Florida

    GOP candidate for Governor announces Arizona-style immigration bill for Florida
    According to an examiner.com report, Florida’s Attorney General Bill McCollum, and a GOP gubernatorial candidate, yesterday announced a bill to be introduced in the Florida Legislature that will rival Arizona’s embattled immigration law.
Rank this Week: 4727

N.C. Construction Law, Policy &…

N.C. Construction Law, Policy & News

Covers statutory, case law and other legal developments affecting North Carolina construction professionals. By Matthew C. Bouchard.

http://nc-construction-law.com/
Rank this Week: 1919

NC Bankruptcy Blog

NC Bankruptcy Blog

Covers bankruptcy issues in North Carolina. By Fabricius & Fabricius PLLC.

http://www.eastwakebankruptcy.com/blog
  • May 20

    The 2 Meanings of Feasibility in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

    The 2 Meanings of Feasibility in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
    The first meaning of feasibility is that of the "feasibility requirement" common to chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 11 bankruptcy, and chapter 12 bankruptcy. Simply put, the feasibility requirement is that debtor must demonstrate ability to…
  • May 7

    Finding the Right Bankruptcy Lawyer

    Finding the Right Bankruptcy Lawyer
    The bills are starting to pile up and the harassing phone calls are becoming too much to bear. Perhaps the situation has escalated. You are in danger of losing your home or car. Maybe you have a lien on your checking account, or worse,…
  • Apr 12

    New Job--Time to File Bankruptcy?

    New Job--Time to File Bankruptcy?
    For many, bankruptcy first comes to mind as solution utilized by a person recently unemployed. Indeed, many people do file bankruptcy after experiencing a job loss, and there are certainly many cases where bankruptcy debt relief can be very…
Rank this Week: 2833

NC Business & Banking Law Blog

NC Business & Banking Law Blog

Legal news and analysis on matters affecting financial institutions and other businesses, with an emphasis on North Carolina. By Matt Cordell.

http://bizlawnc.com/
  • May 20

    There Seems To Be An Uptick In FDIC Lawsuits Against Directors And Officer

    There Seems To Be An Uptick In FDIC Lawsuits Against Directors And Officer
    2013 is shaping up to be a bad year for former directors and officers of seized financial institutions.Cornerstone Research, a consulting firm, has issued a report entitled "Characteristics of FDIC Lawsuits against Directors and Officers of…
  • May 19

    Is the legal equivalent of a nurse practitioner (a "legal practitioner") the future of legal services in the U.S.?

    Is the legal equivalent of a nurse practitioner (a "legal practitioner") the future of legal services in the U.S.?
    Nurse practitioners and physicians assistants are increasingly becoming the providers of choice for routine medical care.  This is largely a function of labor supply and cost pressures (from insurers, other third-party payors, and…
  • May 15

    Ethical Email for In-House Counsel

    Ethical Email for In-House Counsel
    When may a lawyer copy or "Reply All" to an opposing party, and when is it prohibited?  I wrote an article in The Business Lawyer entitled "Ethical Email for In-House Counsel: What the Ethics Committee of the North Carolina State Bar…
Rank this Week: 927

North Carolina Business Litigation…

North Carolina Business Litigation Report

Reports on judicial decisions of significance to business and shareholders. By Mack Sperling of Brooks Pierce LLP.

http://www.ncbusinesslitigationreport.com/
  • May 21

    Business Court Sanctions Parties For Disobeying Discovery Order

    Business Court Sanctions Parties For Disobeying Discovery Order
     When you think of sanctions, your mind probably goes to Rule 11 of the Rules of Civil Procedure.  But what about Rule 37(b)(2)?  It says that:  if a party . . . fails to obey an order to provide or permit discovery, . .…
  • May 7

    Claims For Legal Malpractice Aren't Assignable In North Carolina

    Claims For Legal Malpractice Aren't Assignable In North Carolina
    Maybe you've wondered whether a claim for legal malpractice can be assigned. Maybe you haven't. But yesterday, the North Carolina Court of Appeals answered that question.  In Revolutionary Concepts, Inc. v. Clements Walker PLLC, the…
  • May 1

    Fourth Circuit Takes A Narrow View On Recovery Of E-Discovery Cost

    Fourth Circuit Takes A Narrow View On Recovery Of E-Discovery Cost
    You've undoubtedly prevailed in a federal case -- either at summary judgment or after a trial -- and you have probably struggled with what you are entitled to recover as costs under 28 U.S.C. §1920.  And recently, your client,…
Rank this Week: 953

North Carolina Car Accident…

North Carolina Car Accident Attorney Blog

North Carolina Car Accident Attorney Blog

http://www.northcarolinacaraccidentattorneyblog.com/
  • May 2

    Are You Prepared For The $5,000 Prom Ride

    Are You Prepared For The $5,000 Prom Ride
    You have paid for the tuxedo, tickets, dinner, flowers, dress, hair, make-up, and nails, but are you prepared for the price tag that comes with a DUI? Senior prom, along with graduation, are the pinnacles of a student's high school…
  • Apr 26

    North Carolina Drivers Should Avoid Voice-to-Text Messaging While Driving

    North Carolina Drivers Should Avoid Voice-to-Text Messaging While Driving
    A recent study shows that a driver's response time and eye contact with the road is significantly decreased if they are texting while driving, regardless of whether the texting is done manually or by voice. The greatest concern derived from…
  • Mar 19

    Impaired Driver Hits North Carolina Couple in Head-on Collision in Raleigh

    Impaired Driver Hits North Carolina Couple in Head-on Collision in Raleigh
    A North Carolina couple was driving home from a church service when they were hit by a man driving in the wrong lane. The couple was severely injured and died the same day. Police are charging the driver with two counts of felony death by…
Rank this Week: 2910

North Carolina Car Accident…

North Carolina Car Accident Lawyers Blog

Covers car accidents, drunk driving, and injuries to children. By Lee Law Offices.

http://www.northcarolinacaraccidentlawyersblog.com/
  • May 22

    New Stats Show Ongoing Risk for Older Driver

    New Stats Show Ongoing Risk for Older Driver
    As the baby boomer population ages, there will be an increasing number of older drivers on the road. Older drivers who become impaired can pose a risk to other motorists and passengers; they are also more at risk of accident and injury. When…
  • May 20

    North Carolina Traffic Accidents Involving Children -- a Look at the Fact

    North Carolina Traffic Accidents Involving Children -- a Look at the Fact
    Children face additional risks when they are involved in an accident. They may be more susceptible to serious injury and could be even more vulnerable to impact if not properly restrained. According to 2013 statistics from the National…
  • May 16

    Pets Pose Distraction Risk for North Carolina Motorist

    Pets Pose Distraction Risk for North Carolina Motorist
    It is not uncommon to see a dog perched in the passenger seat, sitting on the lap of a driver, or jumping around the back of an SUV. While pet owners may find it convenient or even fun to drive around with their animals, they may not realize…
Rank this Week: 2924

North Carolina Criminal Law Blog

North Carolina Criminal Law Blog

Covers North Carolina criminal law and procedure. From the UNC School of Government.

http://sogweb.sog.unc.edu/blogs/ncclaw/
  • May 23

    The Sniffer

    The Sniffer
    The National Transportation Safety Board’s recommendation that states lower their per se blood alcohol concentrations for impaired driving from 0.08 to 0.05 grabbed headlines last week. But the BAC reduction wasn’t NTSB’s…
  • May 22

    Are Mug Shots Public Records?

    Are Mug Shots Public Records?
    [Editor's Note: My colleague Frayda Bluestein is the author of this post, which she wrote for the School of Government's blog about local government law. Because she's not a regular contributor to this blog, she's not set up in the software…
  • May 21

    Rule 404(b): The Requirement of Temporal Proximity

    Rule 404(b): The Requirement of Temporal Proximity
    As I noted in my last post on Rule 404(b) evidence, even when the evidence is relevant to an issue other than propensity or disposition, admissibility is “constrained by the requirements of similarity and temporal proximity.”…
Rank this Week: 1127

North Carolina DUI Blog

North Carolina DUI Blog

Covers DUI/DWI law, cases, etc. in North Carolina. By Bauernfeind Law.

http://www.raleighdurhamlaw.com/ncdui
  • Dec 17

    DUI Defense

    DUI Defense
    Many people are surprised by the number and variety of defenses that may be availing to them. While the following list is by no means exhaustive, it is a good starting point in beginning to consider successful defense strategies.
  • Oct 2

    Problems With Ignition Interlock Device

    Problems With Ignition Interlock Device
    Many states require a person convicted of DUI to install an ignition interlock device on their car. The ignition interlock device functions much like a breathalyzer machine as it detects whether or not the driver of a vehicle has consumed…
  • Oct 2

    DUI checkpoint

    DUI checkpoint
    In 1990, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Michigan v. Sitz that the infringement of Fourth Amendment rights caused by DUI checkpoints is overshadowed by the potential public benefit of getting dangerous, impaired drivers off the road.…
Rank this Week: 2840

North Carolina Injury Attorney…

North Carolina Injury Attorney Blog

Covers the application of North Carolina personal injury and products liability law to traffic accidents, defective products and prescription drugs. By Davis Law Group, P.A.

http://www.northcarolinainjuryattorneyblog.com/
  • Mar 14

    North Carolina Legislators Taking Away Workers' Right

    North Carolina Legislators Taking Away Workers' Right
    Yesterday, two state Senators filed a new legislative bill that is designed to take away some very important rights to the working citizens of North Carolina. The new bill adversely changes the existing worker's compensation laws. Worker's…
  • Feb 21

    US Supreme Court to Rule in NC Medicaid Reimbursement Case

    US Supreme Court to Rule in NC Medicaid Reimbursement Case
    The US Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments in a North Carolina case that could decide how 34 states recover for Medicaid benefits when the Medicaid recipient obtains a financial recovery from a negligent third party (Delia v. E.M.A.,…
  • Feb 20

    Toddler Deaths Prompt Million Dollar Baby to Recall Dresser

    Toddler Deaths Prompt Million Dollar Baby to Recall Dresser
    Young children love to climb. They can climb onto anything, including tables, bookcases, chest of drawers, TV stands, and open oven doors. They can climb quickly, when you turn your back, when you run to the bathroom, when you put them in…
Rank this Week: 4821

North Carolina Injury Lawyer Blog

North Carolina Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury and car accident news. By Asbill Stiles, LLC.

http://www.northcarolinainjurylawyer-blog.com/
  • Feb 6

    Merger Creates The Law Firm of Asbill Stiles, LLC

    Merger Creates The Law Firm of Asbill Stiles, LLC
    On February 2, 2012, a merger of two practices took place between Graham Stiles and Craig Asbill. Graham Stiles is a graduate of the University of South Carolina and received his law degree from Campbell University. He holds licenses in…
  • Jan 4

    Avoiding Snow Skiing Injurie

    Avoiding Snow Skiing Injurie
    Today in Charlotte the sun is shining and the air is crisp and cold. My breath freezes and the initial chill to the face is an eye opener. Temperatures are not expected to rise far above freezing, but the full day sun still has birds…
  • Dec 29

    New Year's Eve and the Drunk Driver

    New Year's Eve and the Drunk Driver
    I am looking forward to 2012 personally and professionally. Personally, I have seen my youngest daughter's birth and all that comes with a child's first year. I have also seen my first child go to kindergarten and flourish among her fellow…
Rank this Week: 2588

North Carolina Injury Lawyers Blog

North Carolina Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers Charlotte auto accident and personal injury issues. By Campbell & Associates.

http://www.northcarolinainjurylawyersblog.com/
  • Jun 28

    Safeco Insurance Company Forced to Refund $1 Million To Overcharged Policyholder

    Safeco Insurance Company Forced to Refund $1 Million To Overcharged Policyholder
    North Carolina Department of Insurance Commissioner Wayne Goodwin announced Tuesday that after an investigation into Safeco's operations from 2006-2008, the agency had found that many of it's policyholders statewide h
  • Jun 17

    Charlotte Child Struck by Vehicle in Hit & Run Accident

    Charlotte Child Struck by Vehicle in Hit & Run Accident
    On Thursday evening, a 3 year old Charlotte boy was struck by a white Cadillac in East Charlotte while crossing the roadway. The child, unidentified, is in critical condition at Carolinas Medical Center.
  • Jun 1

    Fed Bans Charlotte Based Bus Line From All U.S. Highway

    Fed Bans Charlotte Based Bus Line From All U.S. Highway
    After a deadly accident in Virginia on Tuesday, the Federal government cracked down on the bus charter company rendering them virtually inoperable.
Rank this Week: 4701

North Carolina Lawyer Blog

North Carolina Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury and workers compensation laws and resources. By Hardison & Cochran.

http://raleighpersonalinjurylawyer.blogspot.com/
  • May 6

    Are Ramp Meters the Answer to Traffic Woes in the Triangle?

    Are Ramp Meters the Answer to Traffic Woes in the Triangle?
    Could ramp meters be on their way to the Triangle? Transportation engineer, Kevin Lacy, says they'll save you time and taxpayers money. The North Carolina Department of Transportation has even selected several spots where ramp metering can…
  • Apr 24

    Motorcycle Deaths Increased Nine Percent in 2012

    Motorcycle Deaths Increased Nine Percent in 2012
    Today, the Governors Highway Safety Association projected that motorcyclist deaths increased around nine percent in 2012. In the last 15 years, motorcycle deaths have increased all but one of those years. The press release from the GHSA also…
  • Apr 23

    Website Looks Into Novelty Motorcycle Helmets and Safety

    Website Looks Into Novelty Motorcycle Helmets and Safety
    FairWarning.org, a website dedicated to providing journalism on issues of health, safety and corporate conduct, recently covered a topic that might be the most hotly debated within the circle of motorcycle riders. Yes, helmets.This…
Rank this Week: 2293

North Carolina Lemon Law and…

North Carolina Lemon Law and Consumer Law Blog

Covers areas of concern to North Carolina consumers, including lemon law, consumer law, auto vehicle repossessions. By Norris Emery, PLLC.

http://www.lemonlawnc.com/lemon-law-blog/
  • Sep 13

    Honda Pilot Seat Belt Defect Causes Recall

    Honda Pilot Seat Belt Defect Causes Recall
    Honda has recalled 310,773 of its Honda Pilot SUVs to attempt to fix a seat belt defect.  After receiving two complaints of detaching seat belts in the last 18 months, Honda issued the recall to address a problem with the stitching that may…
  • Sep 13

    Honda Pilot Seat Belt Defect Causes Recall

    Honda Pilot Seat Belt Defect Causes Recall
    Honda has recalled 310,773 of its Honda Pilot SUVs to attempt to fix a seat belt defect.  After receiving two complaints of detaching seat belts in the last 18 months, Honda issued the recall to address a problem with the stitching that…
  • Feb 2

    The Lemon Law – Meant for You

    The Lemon Law – Meant for You
    The North Carolina Lemon law protects consumers who unwittingly purchase motor vehicles that do not meet certain performance standards set forth in the manufacturer’s written warranty.  In North Carolina, a vehicle is determined to be a…
Rank this Week: 4473

North Carolina Litigation Blog

North Carolina Litigation Blog

Covers litigation in North Carolina including construction law, personal injury, insurance, N.C. Court of Appeals and N.C. Supreme Court opinions. By Angela Jolly.

http://northcarolinalitigationblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4576

North Carolina Personal Injury…

North Carolina Personal Injury Attorneys Blog

Published By Price, Smith, Hargett, Petho & Anderson

http://www.northcarolinapersonalinjuryattorneysblog.com/
  • Jan 30

    North Carolina Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney

    North Carolina Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney
    By :Douglas A. Petho Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious public health problem. Each year, traumatic brain injuries contribute to a substantial number of deaths and cases of permanent disability. Despite being often overlooked or…
  • Jan 2

    North Carolina Medical Payments Coverage

    North Carolina Medical Payments Coverage
    By :Douglas A. Petho Medical payments coverage is optional coverage which provides certain protection to insureds under a policy who are injured in an automobile accident. It is designed to provide reimbursement of medical expenses up to…
  • Dec 28

    What NOT To Do After A North Carolina Automobile Accident

    What NOT To Do After A North Carolina Automobile Accident
    by Douglas A. Petho Everyone knows what to do when involved in an automobile accident right? You are supposed to immediately call the police, determine whether anyone was injured, get contact information from any eyewitnesses, etc. But …
Rank this Week: 4540

North Carolina Personal Injury…

North Carolina Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers car accidents and tractor-trailer accidents. By Grimes Teich Anderson LLP.

http://www.northcarolinapersonalinjurylawyer-blog.com/
  • May 20

    Drug Injuries from Ranbaxy Result in Guilty Plea, $500M Fine

    Drug Injuries from Ranbaxy Result in Guilty Plea, $500M Fine
    For years, those who consumed generic drugs produced by the pharmaceutical company Ranbaxy unwittingly faced serious injuries and even death, as the drugs were produced in overseas factories that failed to follow federal safety guidelines.…
  • Apr 30

    Increased Auto Insurance Minimums Would Offer More Protection In Case of Car Accident

    Increased Auto Insurance Minimums Would Offer More Protection In Case of Car Accident
    According to The State newspaper, there are some important changes to the auto insurance rules under consideration in South Carolina. A bill before the general assembly would increase mandatory minimum coverage for uninsured motorist…
  • Apr 24

    NC Traffic Safety Report: Distracted Driving Problem Worse Than Ever

    NC Traffic Safety Report: Distracted Driving Problem Worse Than Ever
    Drivers know that tapping out a text message or shipping off an e-mail behind the wheel is dangerous. And yet, at any given moment of the day, our Asheville car accident lawyers understand that approximately 660,000 drivers are using an…
Rank this Week: 2455

North Carolina Personal Injury…

North Carolina Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Published By Auger & Auger Law Firm

http://www.northcarolinapersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/
  • May 2

    Warning! Facebook Can Ruin Your Case

    Warning! Facebook Can Ruin Your Case
    Your Posts Can Make Or Break Your Case While your posts may seem harmless at the time, they can make or break your personal injury case. Recently, Courts have decided that the social media profiles of the parties to a legal action may be…
  • Apr 22

    North Carolina Industrial Commission Ruling Against Injured Worker Upheld by Court of Appeal

    North Carolina Industrial Commission Ruling Against Injured Worker Upheld by Court of Appeal
    A North Carolina worker who injured his back while working for a tire company sought a final settlement with a demand of $315,000 for Medicare plus $65,000 for Medicare Set-Aside (MSA), or future medical expenses not covered by Medicare. …
  • Apr 20

    North Carolina Court of Appeals Allows Injured Truck Driver to Proceed with Medical Malpractice Action

    North Carolina Court of Appeals Allows Injured Truck Driver to Proceed with Medical Malpractice Action
    North Carolina's Court of Appeals recently held that an injured plaintiff can proceed with his medical malpractice action against a thoracic surgeon in Durham County. The defendant hospital and surgeon moved for directed verdict after the…
Rank this Week: 5123

North Carolina Personal Injury…

North Carolina Personal Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers car accidents and premises liability. By Lee Law Offices, P.A.

http://www.northcarolinapersonalinjurylawyersblog.com/
  • May 19

    Dangerous Drug Maker to Pay $500M in Federal Fine

    Dangerous Drug Maker to Pay $500M in Federal Fine
    A generic drug manufacturer has pleaded guilty to a host of federal felony drug safety violations and will ultimately pay approximately $500 million in both criminal and civil fines - the largest settlement involving a generic drug maker,…
  • May 15

    Surgical Errors in North Carolina Result in Profits for Hospital

    Surgical Errors in North Carolina Result in Profits for Hospital
    It seems we hear a great deal of protest regarding the higher insurance premiums that doctors and hospitals must spend to cover the cost of medical malpractice claims, filed when they make an egregious error that leads to serious injury or…
  • May 13

    Child Injuries From Chemicals to Rise in Summer

    Child Injuries From Chemicals to Rise in Summer
    A new study released by researchers in Ohio indicates that while overall chemical-related injuries involving small children have decreased significantly over the last 10 years, they are likely to increase during the summer. Our Spartanburg…
Rank this Week: 2068