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Commercial Owners Associations/Residential Owners Associations The Same — But Different

Written By Justin M. Lewis

What are commercial owners associations, and are they really that different from residential owners associations?  Commercial owners associations are nonprofit corporations that govern planned communities, condominiu…

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Wave Goodbye to the Waiver Defense in Some Landlord/Tenant Disputes

Written By Norman J. Leonard

On May 1, 2020, in Winston Affordable Housing, LLC v. Roberts, the North Carolina Supreme Court clarified the law surrounding a landlord's acceptance of rent after issuing a non-renewal notice because of the tenant's breac…

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With Bipartisan Support, Ward and Smith Successfully Lobbies for Expanded Access to Post-Secondary Education in Prisons

Written By Whitney Campbell Christensen

You might think that opportunities for both sides of the political aisle to come together to change lives, make communities safer, and save state taxpayer dollars are unheard of, but North Carolina House Bill 463 – E…

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How to Contest a Will: The Basics

Written By E. Bradley Evans

We all know that a person can control who will own his or her property after death by signing a will.  But when questions arise as to the circumstances surrounding the signing of the will, what can be done to challeng…

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Breaking News for NC Community Pools: New Law Limiting Liability Signed Today

Written By Adam M. Beaudoin and Kristin D. Mitcham

Just in Time for Fireworks: North Carolina Governor Signs into Law Limited Immunity from COVID-19 Related Claims Arising from the Reopening of Community Pools The Buzz Part VI, of North Carolina House Bill 902, signed i…

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Leases, Bankruptcy, and Coronavirus: Force Majeure Edition

Written By Lance P. Martin

Many businesses in bankruptcy or heading that way – particularly retail establishments – face an uncertain future as states and cities impose closures and phased re-openings.  If you lease your office, st…

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