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Dec 03, 2023

5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Car Accident Lawyer

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you likely have a lot on your mind. Hiring a car accident lawyer may not be something you want to think about right now, but you should...

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Dec 02, 2023

What Is Considered Full Time in NC? The Answer May Surprise You

When considering what constitutes full-time work in North Carolina, it’s important to understand that this is an at-will employment state. What does that mean? According to the NC Department of Labor, employment at-will means employers...

Dec 02, 2023

NC Labor Laws for Exempt Employees: Frequently Asked Questions

Are there specific NC laws for salaried employees? What about for exempt employees? And what’s the difference between a salaried employee and an exempt employee? As a North Carolina employment law attorney, I hear many...

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Dec 02, 2023

The (Surprisingly) High Economic Cost of Car Accidents for South Carolina Drivers

Car accidents can be painful in many ways, especially for your wallet. Even if you’re not at fault and doing everything right, one moment of a stranger’s negligent driving is all it can take to...

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Dec 01, 2023

Injured While Working From Home: Can I Get Workers’ Compensation?

What happens if you get hurt at work but not at the office? It’s a question more people are asking now than ever before. If you’re working from home and you get hurt, are you...

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Nov 30, 2023

Can Workers Comp Force Me to Settle?

Clients often ask me if the insurance company can force them to settle. That's a good question, and one that, like many involving workers' comp, does not have a simple yes or no answer. But...

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Nov 22, 2023

Social Security Benefits Checks to Increase 5.9% to Cope With Inflation

The incredible events of the last few years have been particularly burdensome and even dangerous for many of those who depend on Social Security. Pandemics, housing shortages, prescription drug costs and other factors have continued...

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Nov 22, 2023

Debunking the Stigma of Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

When you’ve been injured by another through no fault of your own, you’re likely to be in pain, anxious, and unsure about what comes next – that’s normal. One of the major benefits of hiring...

Nov 20, 2023

Social Security Is NOT Going Bankrupt!

Many Americans believe Social Security won’t exist for much longer, but honestly, that couldn’t be further from the truth. This past June, The New York Times posted a doomsday report on the future of Social...

Nov 17, 2023

HB 158: Parents Liable for Teens’ Accidents?

Car accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers. When teen drivers have other passengers in the car, the risk of a fatal car crash doubles. And teenagers are more prone to have a...