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The Basics of Responding To A Civil Subpoena

May 14, 2014

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Written By Jeremy M. Wilson
There are many different kinds of subpoenas—civil subpoenas, criminal subpoenas, federal subpoenas, state subpoenas.  This article addresses North Carolina state court civil subpoenas and…
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Mitigating The Risk Of Extending Trade Credit: Taking Security From Your Delinquent Customer

April 30, 2014

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Written By Norman J. Leonard
Unless you operate a retail business selling to individual consumers, you probably sell your goods and services to customers on credit.  You may, at…
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Affordable Care Act Update: Are You Eligible For A Grace Period Until January 1, 2016?

April 11, 2014

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Written By Devon D. Williams
On February 12, 2014, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued final regulations (“Final Rules”) for the Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage…
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Changes to N.C. Limited Liability Company Act – Is it Time to Update Your LLC’s Operating Agreement?

April 2, 2014

Effective as of January 1, 2014, the North Carolina General Assembly completely repealed the North Carolina Limited Liability Company Act (“Old Act”) and replaced…
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Use of Family Limited Liability Companies in Estate Planning

March 19, 2014

A family limited liability company can address several common estate planning challenges by providing centralized management of family assets, facilitating gifts, achieving asset protection,…
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2013 Dramatically Altered The Landscape Of The U.S. Patent System…So What’s Next In 2014?

March 5, 2014

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Written By Ryan K. Simmons
The year 2013 saw some of the most significant changes to the U.S. patent system in more than 60 years.  Pending legislation and several…
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Tax Resolution for 2014 – Be Proactive to Minimize Your Exposure to the New Net Investment Income Tax

February 5, 2014

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Written By Lee C. Hodge
The net investment income tax is a 3.8% federal tax that applies to certain taxpayers with passive income.  It is important that you understand…