North Carolina residents may be familiar with the storm chasing reports on the Weather Channel, especially on its program "Storm Wranglers." Two stars of that show died in a car crash back in March 2017 near the city of Spur, Texas. The crash also claimed the life of...
Month: March 2019
The past plays a key role when choosing a business to buy
A North Carolina entrepreneur who is hoping to buy a company should do as much research into the business as possible. This means looking into the past performance of the company specifically and its sector as a whole. Taking this step will shed light into how a...
Performing due diligence when buying a company
Entrepreneurs in North Carolina who are looking to become business owners may consider buying an existing company. However, prior to doing so, it is important to complete due diligence and ensure that the purchase will be worthwhile. The first step in that process is...
As fatal truck crashes rise, NHTSA criticized for inaction
Fatal large truck crashes are increasing in North Carolina and the rest of the U.S. In 2017, 4,102 people died in large truck crashes, which is up 28 percent from 2009. The majority of these victims are car occupants, and many of the crashes are rear-end accidents....
Stop Underrides Act introduced in House and Senate
Every year, at least 300 people die in underride crashes. North Carolina residents should know that these crashes occur when a motor vehicle collides with a large truck and slides under it. In such crashes, the vehicle's safety features are rendered useless. These...
Mistakes to avoid when selling a company
Some North Carolina business owners may think that conditions are right to sell their companies. While this may be true, avoiding mistakes is crucial to helping a business sell for at or above its current market value. One key mistake to avoid is failing to establish...
Lawmakers urged to end 12-year regulation delay
Two studies have found that automatic emergency braking systems could prevent more than 2,500 tractor-trailer accidents in the U.S. each year, but a proposed Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulation that would mandate their use has been mired in Congress...
Important considerations for business sellers
For entrepreneurs in North Carolina, the decision to sell a business can be just as important as the decision was to start one in the first place. It's a process that can take anywhere from months to years depending on the complexity of the transaction. This is why...