There are many ways to leave a legacy. Trusts are only a small part of what you can do to preserve the one you’ve created. In this article, we’re going to explore what they do and what they don’t do. We should start by acknowledging that trusts are not for everyone. They’re honestly not for […]
Going Consultant After a Layoff
If you got laid off, you might be considering becoming a consultant after a layoff. A lot of people find this route a great way to bridge a gap between employment. You may even fall in love with it. Being a consultant comes with a lot of its own perks. You set your hours. You […]
Is An LLC Right For Me? USITT Edition
Is an LLC right for me? Recently, my friend Andrea asked if I’d be willing to participate in a session at USITT. The topic: Is an LLC right for me? Fortunately, I’ve advised hundreds of clients on this specific topic. The main takeaways are: To fully cover this topic, I need to cover a few […]
Can You Sue If You Get Hurt While Drunk?
As with most areas of law, suing when you get hurt while drunk is very situational. Recently, the North Carolina Court of Appeals answered this question in Lovett v. Univ. Place Owner’s Ass’n, 2022-NCCOA-594. To read the full case and find other cases, check out https://appellate.nccourts.org/opinion-filings/?c=coa. Background Information In this case, the plaintiff is suing […]
How Do I Evict a Tenant?
How do I evict a tenant? Sometimes you need to evict someone. It’s not a great position to be in, but it happens. First and foremost, it is almost always better to work things out with your tenant ahead of time. Additionally, a few dollars spent doing a credit and background check ahead of time […]
What Does Law++ Do With Contracts?
What Does Law++ Do With Contracts? As part of an effort to help our community understand what we’re about, we’re answering this question. I spend more time on contracts than non-contract related activities in the firm. That’s probably because contracts encompass so many other areas of law. Mergers and Acquisitions, real estate, employment, and of […]
Residential Leases
Residential leases are the cornerstone of landlord tenant relationships. Whether you’re renting your one bedroom home or have a residential empire, you need a lease. The Laws Firstly the North Carolina Residential Rental Agreements Act, Chapter 41, Article 5, governs residential leases. Secondly, property and contract laws generally apply. Thirdly, you must also consider consumer […]
What Can I Do When A Client Does Not Pay?
When a client does not pay you, you have a few options. However, often times, your clients leave you limited options. Obviously, we prefer that everyone holds up their end of the bargain in every deal. Unfortunately, that’s not the world we live in. Proactively First and foremost, you need well written protective contracts. The […]
Amend Articles of Organization
If you want to amend your articles of organization, you’re in luck. The process is actually quite easy! Amendment of Articles of Organization Law If you want to read the law regarding articles of organization, you’ll want to start with NCGS §§ 57D-2-21 & 22. Why Would You Want to Amend Your Articles of Organization? […]
What Are Articles Of Organization?
Articles of Organization is the legal document you file to form an LLC. There are only a few requirements to make them legal. If you file the articles with the Secretary of State, and it contains all the proper information, you’ll get yourself an LLC. Of course, you’ll also have to pay the filing fee! […]
What is a Registered Agent?
What is a registered agent? This is the hardest part of any LLC or corporation formation. I should also mention it isn’t that hard. Firstly, I’m going to list the relevant laws. After that, I’ll explain what they mean. Then, I’ll conclude with some pointers. Unfortunately, the law is thick legalese. However, I wanted to […]
Angry Emails from Customers
Have you ever received angry emails from customers? If you have, I know how you feel. It’s that unpleasant, sinking feeling in your stomach. You can feel your heart pounding in your chest. And you want to defend yourself from this attack. You’re Not Alone First, let me just say you’re not alone. I’ve received […]