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The Law on Nursing Home Injuries in North Carolina

Written By Lynwood P. Evans and Jeremy M. Wilson

There are more than 15,600 nursing homes in the United States, according to the most recent statistics.  And more than 1.3 million residents live in these facilities.  With reports of COVID-19 in certain nursing…

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The New Normal – Teleworking Challenges and Solutions

Written By Emily G. Massey

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the world upside down, and staying home has become the new normal.  (For Instagram users, the #stayhome hashtag has 10.5 million posts!)  Whether to comply with a local stay-at-h…

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The Importance of Reviewing and Complying with Performance Bonds

Written By Ryal W. Tayloe and Luke C. Tompkins

As we continue to cope with the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important for participants in the construction industry to take affirmative actions to protect your investments in current and planned c…

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The CARES Act Provides Additional Relief to Consumer Debtors in Bankruptcy

Written By Thomas C. Wolff

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("CARES Act") was enacted on March 27, 2020.  The CARES Act provides relief for the widespread economic hardship caused by the coronavirus ("COVID-19").  Al…

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FAQ: Paycheck Protection Loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Written By Joanne H. Badr

Here we will address frequently asked questions we are receiving from our business and lending clients about the Paycheck Protection Loan Program ("PPP") created by the CARES Act and the Economic Injury Disaster Loans ("EIDL").  These programs are different, and we will highlight the most important differences.

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Paycheck Protection Program Loans and the Business Affiliation Rules: "Don't Wing It"

Written By James W. Norment

We have written a great deal about the CARES Act and the small business loans available to eligible applicants. New guidance about these loan programs is made available on a frequent basis, and we are advising clients to …

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