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The Perils of Over-Lawyering in Bankruptcy

Written By Lance P. Martin

For a lender in bankruptcy, the best situation is to be an over-secured creditor, meaning the value of your collateral exceeds your debt.  A creditor in this exalted category can recover principal, interest (includin…

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What Are My Benefits? Decoding a Long-Term Disability Insurance Policy in North Carolina

Written By Taylor Rodney Marks and Emily G. Massey

To be insured against a loss or some other event, we pay premiums to an insurance company. If a loss or triggering event actually occurs, we expect our insurance company to compensate us according to our insurance policy.…

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A Few Things You Should Know in Case of Windstorm Damage to Your Home or Building

Written By Michael J. Parrish and Amy H. Wooten

North Carolinians are on high alert, tracking weather patterns and prepping their homes and other structures for potential storms. Many know the importance of having a plan and the peace of mind that comes with owning a g…

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The Chevron Doctrine Overturned: Implications for U.S. Regulatory Landscape

Written By Chris S. Edwards

In general, courts—not the legislative or executive branches of government—interpret the law. But since 1984, the Supreme Court required federal courts to disregard their own interpretation of ambiguous federal…

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Commercial Real Estate Sellers: Hire Your Own Attorney!

Written By J. Drake Brinkley

Does a seller of commercial real estate really need an attorney?  I get asked this question often, and the resounding answer is "yes!" Often, sellers of commercial real estate assume they can rely on the buyer's atto…

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FAQ: What Medical Practices Need to Know Regarding Communicating with Patients via Telephone and Text

Written By J. Michael Fields

Every day, physicians, medical practice managers, and administrative professionals call their trusted attorneys with a "quick question" about the legality of a new approach to ensure patients come to their appointments on …

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