Architects design with the principle “Form follows function;” creators of a trust could ask whether “Structure follows purpose.” A trust’s purpose, meaning the grantor’s intent and the needs of all identified beneficiaries, will determine its structure, or type....
Month: May 2021
What North Carolina workers should know about discrimination
Discrimination is an unfortunate reality in many places of employment. However, it can be difficult for individuals to articulate just what constitutes discrimination on the job. For some, it may be easy to spot instances of discrimination without being able to put...
Class action lawsuit targets nursing home
The health crisis of 2020 impacted every corner of North Carolina, from the small towns to the big cities, and nowhere was the impact more pronounced than in nursing homes. Nursing homes, assisted care facilities, and retirement communities accounted for a...
Bank of America agrees to settle class action suit for $75M
Class action lawsuits are an ideal remedy when a large group of people have been affected by the same action of entity. Instead of handling hundreds of lawsuits, courts can consolidate into one individual case to settle the matter once and for all. This is beneficial...
How does the FDCPA protect debtors from harassment?
The year 2020 was a tough financial year for many in Fayetteville, and for some these financial troubles have followed them into 2021. If you lost your job or had your hours reduced, it is easy to fall behind on your bills, especially if you must make difficult...
Filing a wrongful termination suit against your employer
No one likes the idea of being fired from their job, but it happens all the time for a multitude of reasons. In some cases, the employee just is not a good fit for the company or is unable to meet the criteria required of the position. Under at-will employment laws,...
The role of probate in settling an estate
Without thoughtful pre-planning, the grief of loss from the death of a loved one often clouds the next steps the family must take in order to close out the estate. Regardless of whether or not there is a Will or other financial planning instrument in place, there is a...
Some warning signs that a scam is underway
While most people who do business in and around Fayetteville are at least honest enough to play by the rules, there are also too many operations which make their money by illegally tricking or taking advantage of vulnerable people. Any North Carolinian can fall victim...