14 November

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Free or Inexpensive Legal Options in NC

If your piggy bank is running low, we understand that legal fees are the last thing you want to pay. But, resolving a dispute, a speeding ticket, or a family law case may be worth the cost. It may lead to greater peace of mind, a point-free license, a custody schedule that works for your family. In some cases you may even get a settlement or verdict in your favor, and attorney's fees paid by the other side to boot! Read on to learn more about our options and some local free or low-cost legal resources which can help you...

25 October

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Help! My landlord is awful!

Posted by Tessa Hetherington

in Civil Disputes, Landlord/Tenant, North Carolina Law, Tips & Tricks

The fungus we don't want among us! Fungi: they're pretty when they're out in the woods, delicious if you know what you're doing with them in the kitchen, and deadly if you don't. And, most importantly, you DO NOT want them growing in your house! Mold and mildew are close relatives of mushrooms, and they are one of the things we get the most calls about from unhappy tenants. But what are a tenant's options when their landlord won't fix the mold--or the rat infestation, the broken steps, the heater, or the air conditioner? It turns out that North Carolina is...

13 October

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Heartbalm Torts in North Carolina

Posted by Tessa Hetherington

in Contracts, Family Law, Heart balm actions, Helpful Tips, North Carolina Law, Separation

What Is a "Heart Balm" Action? Heart balm actions (or heart balm torts) are a little old-fashioned. In fact, North Carolina is one of the few states that still recognizes them. They exist in order to right certain wrongs that can happen in a marriage. As their name implies, they are meant to provide a balm to a person's broken heart. On one hand, these actions are archaic. They place a very high value on monogamy and marriage. They seem to uphold old-fashioned ideas. They are, after all, based on very old laws meant to punish people for "debauching" another man's wife....

29 June

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Can I Evict My Roommate?

Posted by shawntae crews

in Civil Disputes, Helpful Tips, Landlord/Tenant

When Roommates Go Bad Having roommates can be so much more fun than living alone, and save a ton of money. But roommates can also drive each other crazy! If the problem is that the roommates never do dishes, leave the toilet seat up, and host the occasional wild party, the solution is probably to either come up with some ground rules or learn to live with it. What if the problems become more serious? What if your roommate never pays rent, trashes the house, or starts doing something illegal on the premises? The first step is simple: tell them to...

15 June

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Can Grandparents Get Custody in North Carolina?

Posted by shawntae crews

in Child custody, Family Law, Helpful Tips

Ideally, every child would be raised by loving and responsible parents. But unfortunately, we all know that sometimes this is not the case. When the parents of a child are abusive or neglectful, a grandparent may be able to step in. Although it can be a difficult process, grandparents can get custody of their grandchildren in North Carolina in certain situations. When the grandparent is like a parent. Sometimes parents step out of a child’s life and leave them to be raised by grandparents. Maybe the parent was not ready, the child was unwanted, or other factors like drugs and alcohol make...

13 June

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Creating a Separation Agreement

Posted by shawntae crews

in Contracts, Divorce, Family Law, Helpful Tips, Separation, Tips & Tricks

In an ideal world, every marriage would be happy. But, we all know that is not the reality. Couples may decide to separate for many reasons. As the comedian Louie C.K. said, “Divorce is always good news. I know that sounds weird, but it’s true because no good marriage has ever ended in divorce.” Divorce can be extremely difficult and painful. But, after the divorce, both parties will be free from a bad marriage. To go through this difficult process, it's best to have an experienced divorce lawyer or divorce attorney on your side. Here are some tips on how to...

31 May

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How to Evict a Tenant in North Carolina

Posted by shawntae crews

in Contracts, Landlord/Tenant, Tips & Tricks

The most common reason for a landlord to evict a tenant is if the tenant fails to pay rent. Another reason may be if the tenant stays in the property after the lease has run out. This is called a “holdover tenant.” But how exactly does a landlord evict a tenant? 1. Give notice to the tenant. The landlord needs to make the tenants aware that they will try to evict them. The tenants also need to know why the landlord is trying to evict them. The landlord should look closely at the lease to see how to do this. It should...

30 May

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Commercial Landlord Tenant Law: Listen to the Lease!

Posted by shawntae crews

in Contracts, Landlord/Tenant, Tips & Tricks

Landlords and tenants in commercial leases have the same goal: staying open for business! But we all know that despite people’s best intentions, things can go wrong. Commercial leases are no exception. Let’s talk about some “Do’s” and “Don’t’s” in commercial landlord tenant law. Read the Lease! According to professionals like the solicitors Cavan town, a lease is a private contract between two parties. A good lease should account for all of the problems that might arise in a landlord/tenant relationship. Landlords should make sure that the lease clearly spells out the procedure they can follow if needed. For instance, what can...

09 November

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Contributory Negligence

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You may be wondering what contributory negligence is. Contributory negligence is a defense that if the accident was your fault in even the slightest way, you will not be able to recover any money from the opposing party. There is good news and bad news for to this. The good news is that many states in this country have a different approach in that the amount you are responsible for the accident comes out of the money you are awarded. The bad news is that North Carolina is not one those states. North Carolina still recognizes contributory negligence which means...

09 March

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NC Landlord/Tenant Law 101

Posted by shawntae crews

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Many families and individuals today are choosing to rent over owning their own home especially with all of the new apartment buildings sprouting up all over Charlotte. But there are still families who prefer to have their own home in NC. If you are also thinking of buying a home in Charlotte, here is a reliable Data source - Is Charlotte NC a Safe Place to Live? - HouseReal. For renters or tenants, renting can provide certain benefits including little maintenance, no property taxes or home owners’ insurance, and less commitment. However, when disputes between a landlord and tenant arise, the...

Free or Inexpensive Legal Options in NC

Help! My landlord is awful!

Heartbalm Torts in North Carolina

Can I Evict My Roommate?

Can Grandparents Get Custody in North Carolina?

Creating a Separation Agreement

How to Evict a Tenant in North Carolina

Commercial Landlord Tenant Law: Listen to the Lease!

Contributory Negligence

NC Landlord/Tenant Law 101

Succession Planning for Your Family Business: Start Preparing Now!

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NC Landlord/Tenant Law 101

Contributory Negligence

Commercial Landlord Tenant Law: Listen to the Lease!

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