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From Facebook to FMLA to Furry Friends—Frequently Asked Questions in Employment Law

Written By Emily G. Massey

The questions we receive as labor and employment attorneys vary based on many factors such as organizational changes a business is experiencing, new laws or regulations that affect employer obligations, and certain trends …

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USDA Accepting Plant Variety Protection Applications for Hemp

Written By Erica B. E. Rogers

In April 2019, the U.S. Department of Agriculture ("USDA") announced that it will accept plant variety protection applications from breeders of seed-propagated hemp. This is a major step forward for the industry and will …

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North Carolina Birth Injury Cases

Written By Lynwood P. Evans and Jeremy M. Wilson

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…

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Can I Get Sued Over a Court-Authorized Foreclosure?

Written By Lance P. Martin

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…

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

Written By Eric J. Remington

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…

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

Written By Allen N. Trask, III

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…

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