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Long-Term Care and the Family Farm: Legal Planning to Preserve Agricultural Assets

Written By Jane Francis Nowell and Peter B. von Stein

For many farming families, preserving the family farm is a deeply rooted goal—and a legal challenge that becomes more complex with age. As the population grows older, the costs associated with long-term care (LTC) p…

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Transparency in Homeowners Associations in North Carolina: The Good, the Bad, and the Risky

Written By Alexander C. Dale

Community and homeowners' association managers and board members often walk a fine line when it comes to transparency. While openness fosters trust among members, there are instances where confidentiality is necessary for…

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The Art of Effective Disciplinary Documentation: A Practical Guide for Manufacturing Managers

Written By S. McKinley Gray, III and Avery J. Locklear

Manufacturing managers regularly hear complaints about employee behavior that are difficult to address: "John is rude in meetings." "Sarah has a bad attitude." "Mark is consistently unmotivated." "Alex was late twice…

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Risky Business: What Lawyers Who Fight Insurance Companies Want You to Know About Your Business Insurance Portfolio

Written By Allen N. Trask, III and Amy H. Wooten

We are attorneys and don’t sell or broker insurance. Yet, we’re writing to alert business owners of a direct threat posed by a “set it and forget it” approach to insurance coverage. Why? Because w…

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More Than Dirt, Seed, and Tractors: Why Today’s Farms Need Real Strategy

Written By Allen N. Trask, III

Farming has always been hard work. But today, large-scale agricultural operations aren’t just production-focused—they’re complex businesses operating in a dynamic, heavily regulated environment. Sophisti…

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Tick Tock, Tick Tock: Employers Face Final EEO-1 Component Filing Deadline

Written By X. Lightfoot

The clock is ticking for covered employers to submit EEO-1 Component 1 reports. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) opened the 2024 EEO-1 Component 1 data collection on May 20, 2025. The deadline for c…

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