Do I Need a Lawyer to Draft Business Contracts?
If you need a contract for your business, learn why you should rely on a business law attorney instead of doing it yourself.
Business Law
What Are Your Rights After You’ve Been Laid Off?
Learn about workers’ rights regarding layoffs and whether you may be due compensation or a severance package.
Are North Carolina Businesses Entitled to Compensation for Mandatory COVID Shutdowns?
The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated North Carolina businesses. The mandatory closings from March into May, restricted hours, limited occupancy in buildings – these crippled small businesses and led to major loss of revenue and eventual closes. In the Triangle alone, over 100 restaurants permanently closed their doors, citing an inability to meet costs with their […]
What Are My Workers’ Compensation Rights if My Boss is in a Different State?
Knowing your right’s as a worker can be essential when faced with a worker’s compensation case. Do you know what right’s you have when your employer is in another state than which you perform your work duties.
Non-compete Agreements – The Blue Pencil Doctrine
Non-compete agreements are a part of business, no matter being a business owner or employee. Here is some information to help you with your non compete situation.
Are You Being Forced to Sign a Non-compete Agreement?
Have you been properly compensated for signing your employment non-compete agreement? North Carolina law specifies that certain consideration must be provided to employees who sign a non-compete for their employer. Make sure you know what benefits you are entitled to receive.
Employment Rights for Non-compete Agreements in North Carolina
Does your employer require signing a non-compete agreement as a term of employment? If so, then you should know your North Carolina employment rights. Our Raleigh law office has provided some information that may help you determine if you are entitled to more compensation.
Enforcing A Non-Compete Agreement In NC
Enforcing a non-compete agreement is not as easy as one would think. Often the language can be difficult to enforce. Knowing how the courts view a non-compete will greatly influence the case results. Find out how North Carolina Courts will determine a non-compete case by reading this great resource from our Raleigh business lawyers.
Non-Compete Agreements In NC – A Major Shift?
Non-competition agreements, commonly referred to as non-compete agreements, are often requited from employers. In recent history, these contracts have been held up very strictly by the courts of North Carolina. Lately, there appears to have been a shift. Now, the North Carolina Court of Appeals has potentially decided to change the rules of the game to clearly benefit employers.
Is Your Non-Compete Agreement Enforceable?
Are you an employer? If so, non-compete agreements are most likely a part of your company. Many companies have their employees sign them in the event that they leave or are dismissed. If you are an employer, be sure that your non-compete agreements are enforceable.
