Law
North Carolina Punitive Damages Law
You may have heard the phrase “punitive damages” but may not know what it means and when it applies. North Carolina’s most punitive damages law
October 1, 2020
Law
Consent Law in North Carolina Forbids Women to Say “No”
Rape happens when there is no consent for a sexual act. It is one of the most horrifying and heartbreaking experiences a woman can go
August 3, 2018
Failure to Pay Overtime and the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act
The North Carolina Wage and Hour Act shields employees from abusive employment practices. Among its many protections are provisions relating to overtime pay. In most
May 5, 2015
Raleigh Assault and Battery Personal Injury Attorneys
If you or a loved one has been physically assaulted, you have the right to hold the person assaulting you financially responsible for any harms
May 3, 2015
Raleigh Distracted Driver Negligence Claim Attorneys
By now, most realize that a distracted driver is at least as dangerous as a drunk driver. Even so, there are many folks who would
April 30, 2015
North Carolina Inadequate Security Lawyers
Although a business does not have to guarantee customer safety, it is legally obligated to take precautions against known dangers. When it fails to do
April 29, 2015
Are Computer Employees Entitled to Overtime Wages in North Carolina?
Information technology and computer professionals are increasingly common in our technology-driven society. As North Carolina’s economy becomes more dependent on computer and IT professionals, more
April 27, 2015
Law
Employee Exemptions Under the FLSA
All employees are either “exempt” or “non-exempt” under the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Non-exempt employees must
April 7, 2015
Determining Number of Hours Worked by an Employee
The North Carolina Wage and Hour Act and Fair Labor Standards Act require employees to be paid at a rate not less than minimum wage
March 31, 2015
Falling Injuries from Ladders/Scaffolding
Constructions sites are accidents waiting to happen. Heavy equipment and materials, tight deadlines, and dangerous tools and working conditions make construction one of the most
March 23, 2015
