People running successful businesses have a lot of issues to consider. They need to prepare for everything from natural disasters to supply chain disruptions. Countless minor issues can potentially affect the future of a successful organization. A lawsuit against the...
North Carolina General Legal Blog
Working to secure financial recovery after a breach of contract
The terms included in a contract clarify what obligations parties - including businesses – have to one another. Whether a company hires a construction firm to perform work, the contract negotiated governs the business relationship between the two parties. Typically,...
Options for contractors when dealing with non-paying homeowners
Performing a construction project for a homeowner is a rewarding experience for a contractor. However, this satisfaction can quickly turn to frustration if the homeowner is not willing to pay for the work performed. It’s unfortunate that even when a project is...
What can a homeowner do when HOAs go too far?
Homeowners associations (HOAs) are tasked with creating and enforcing rules to protect a homeowner's investment in a planned community. Anyone who lives in a neighborhood governed by a HOA should ensure they understand what these associations are permitted to do and...
Real estate disclosures in North Carolina
In North Carolina, selling real estate involves a series of "mandatory" disclosures designed to inform potential buyers about the condition and history of a property. These disclosures are crucial for providing transparency and ensuring buyers make well-informed...
3 common legal challenges for new business owners
Deciding to start a new business can be a life-altering move. Someone can become their own boss, earn far more money and find greater personal fulfillment in their career. However, they will also need to accept quite a bit of risk and numerous challenges as they seek...
How thorough contracts can help protect your business
People start or purchase businesses as a way to generate revenue. Profitable companies can have value on their own in addition to providing income for those who own or operate a business. Unfortunately, running a business comes with a significant amount of liability...
What can contractors do when they’re sent defective supplies?
Contractors and other professionals in the construction industry have to account for all kinds of variables when negotiating contracts with new or existing clients. After all, one never knows when inclement weather or other issues might suddenly interrupt a project,...
Can I sue if a contractor does a poor job and refuses to remedy it?
Finding out that your new construction project or remodeling project has serious problems is frustrating. Imagine how it feels when you find out the defects with your project were due to your contractor's failure to comply with the terms of the contractor or a...
My house has a construction defect. What should I do?
If you’ve found a problem with your home caused by how it was built, your entire investment in your house is at risk. An improperly laid foundation can jeopardize the entire structure, for example. A poorly installed roof can cause extensive water damage. North...