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How To Avoid Becoming A #MeToo Statistic In 2019

Written By S. McKinley Gray, III

A new lawsuit for sexual harassment is filed almost on a daily basis somewhere in the United States.  Most of these lawsuits could have been avoided with (1) proper groundwork on the front end, (2) an impartial inves…

Professional Defense for Professional Licenses

Sometimes it's best to let professionals do what they do best. I don't call a real estate agent when I need a flu shot, and I don't go to my chiropractor to fix a leaking sink. Yet when professionals, such as real estate …

A Perfect Union: Creating Landlord-Tenant Agreements for Commercial Leases

Written By Joanne H. Badr

Similar to a marriage, in which two parties come together to enter into a legally binding agreement, a commercial lease symbolizes a forged relationship between parties that can be enduring and rewarding, or short-sighted …

I Want to Foreclose But I Can't Find My Note. Do I Have a Problem?

Written By Lance P. Martin

In my last article, I discussed whether inconsistent dates on a promissory note and deed of trust could cause problems in foreclosure. But what if you can't even find the original promissory note?  Perhaps it was ina…

Lenders: Take a Hint! Forbearance or Modification Agreements Should Contain Specific Waiver Language To Protect Against “Regulation B” Claims

Written By Michael J. Parrish

Lenders must comply with a constantly changing series of State and Federal laws and regulations. When loan relationships sour, and lenders seek to collect, borrowers and guarantors may allege the lender has violated some …

Employer Survival Toolkit for Natural Disasters and Inclement Weather

Written By Emily G. Massey

One month after North and South Carolina experienced the devastating effects of Hurricane Florence, many people and businesses are still suffering from the aftermath. The businesses that were not affected or have since re…