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North Carolina Birth Injury Cases

Written By Lynwood P. Evans and Jeremy M. Wilson

April 17, 2019

The majority of the time medical professionals, including doctors and nurses, provide excellent care to their patients. However, sometimes care is provided that falls well below acceptable professional standards. Wh…

Can I Get Sued Over a Court-Authorized Foreclosure?

Written By Lance P. Martin

April 15, 2019

If a Clerk of Court authorizes a foreclosure sale and the trustee sells the property, can a borrower or other aggrieved party later sue to nullify the foreclosure sale or recover damages caused by the foreclosure? I…

Avoiding Commercial Lease Disputes – Clearly Reflecting the Intent of the Parties is Key!

Written By Eric J. Remington

April 12, 2019

A commercial lease symbolizes a consensual relationship between parties that can be enduring and rewarding, or short-sighted and emotionally and financially taxing. Entering into a clearly drafted lease agreement at the o…

What! My Flood Policy Doesn’t Cover Flood Damage?! This, and Other Pitfalls of NFIP Flood Insurance Policies

Written By Michael J. Parrish

April 10, 2019

Congress created the National Flood Insurance Program (the "NFIP") to help make flood insurance more affordable in higher-risk areas. FEMA oversees the program and writes the terms of the Standard Flood Insurance Po…

Rental Rebellion: New Bill Would Change the Leasing Landscape in Planned Communities

Written By Caroline O. Outten, CIPP-US and Allen N. Trask, III

April 5, 2019

The battle between "pesky, disrespectful, transient tenants," and "overbearing, Big Brother community associations" may be heating up in North Carolina, thanks to a bill filed at the General Assembly this week. The abilit…

Why People Hire Personal Injury Attorneys

Written By Jeremy M. Wilson

April 3, 2019

Sadly, individuals are injured across North Carolina every day in many different ways. When injuries, or even deaths, happen, it often isn't the injured or deceased person's fault. In these cases, the injured …

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