BUSINESS & CIVIL LITIGATION
Highly-Qualified, Experienced Business & Civil Litigation Attorneys in North Carolina
SeiferFlatow’s litigation team represents clients across the country before state and federal courts in suits involving, among other things, breach of contract, non-competition injunctive relief, First Amendment actions, defamation, unfair and deceptive trade practice, and many other commercial matters.
SeiferFlatow attorneys have successfully defended consumer class action cases and are adept at pursuing alternative dispute resolution options, such as arbitration and mediation.
In addition, our attorneys assist clients in policing their intellectual property, including the drafting and disseminating of cease and desist and takedown notices for infringement and other causes of action.
Get in touch with our litigation team today to find out how we can help you with your case.
About Our Business & Civil Litigation Practice
Our commercial clients include small business owners, large multi-state conglomerates, manufacturers, professional service providers, private equity groups, and developers. We also represent employees in wrongful termination and other civil litigation matters. We work with clients on situations involving:
- Corporate governance,
- Mergers and acquisitions,
- Owner transitions,
- Contract disputes,
- Cyberbullying,
- EEOC claims,
- Broker or Insurance disputes,
- Intellectual property rights,
- Professional liability,
- Embezzlement,
- Personal Injury,
- Wrongful Termination, and
- White-Collar Crime.
Disputes relating to the violation of any type of commercial or business agreement.
Disputes relating to the violation of an agreement, often with a former employer, to keep certain information confidential, or certain information considered to be "trade secrets."
If you or your business has been the victim of a cyberbullying or cyber-smear campaign, we can help mitigate the damage done and seek appropriate remedies.
Commercial or business disputes stemming from an intentional misstatement or misrepresentation of a material fact, that has led to substantial damages.
Disputes relating to the breaking of an employment agreement, or disputes relating to a former employee who fails to honor a non-compete agreement.
Assisting former salespeople who were subjected to frivolous litigation by a former broker or employer who attempts to prevent the former salesperson from earning a living in the real estate industry.
Disputes relating to the violation of a covenant or agreement not to compete with a former employer.
Actions by real estate brokers seeking to enforce Commission Agreements relating to real estate transactions.
Handling a wide variety of issues that may arise between business partners or shareholders. This could involve operating agreements, the distribution of profits, or other issues relating to management or control.
Disputes relating to the violation of an agreement not to disclose certain sensitive material or information.
Assisting in dissolving a company while limiting liability for lawsuits and government fees.
Handling disputes where a co-owner is seeking to have the Court divide property that is jointly owned.
MATHEW FLATOW, Partner
Proven Results & Skilled Advocacy
If you are facing a commercial dispute that affects your bottom line, you are urged to contact a commercial litigation attorney at once to get effective legal help with your case. Our litigation lawyers are dedicated to providing the most efficient legal representation possible and persistent in our efforts to do so.
Our aggressive approach to helping our clients settle disputes in the most cost-effective and efficient way possible has proven successful time and again. Our litigation team aims to resolve each case sensibly and in the least protracted way possible.
Unparalleled Tenacity
Contact the Law Office of SeiferFlatow PLLC Today
For litigation help in any of these areas or any other litigation matters, contact us as soon as possible.
- Breach of Contract
- Business Litigation
- Business Dissolutions
- Business Transactions
- Commercial Collections
- Commercial Litigation FAQ
- New Business Start-Ups
- Nondisclosure Agreements
- Partner Disputes
- Unfair Business Practices
- Employment Issues
SeiferFlatow is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Our litigation attorneys are licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina.
A Few Our Representative Cases
Although each case is given individual attention and the unique approach it requires, here are a few recent representative litigation cases our firm has handled.
- Rhyne v Mart Corporation Our client was falsely accused of shoplifting and physically assaulted by security guards, resulting in warrants sworn against our client. We defended our client against the criminal charges and got them dismissed. We pursued civil lawsuit as remedy for malicious prosecution, abuse of process, and emotional distress. Once the jury found K-Mart responsible, we then tried the case for damages. When the corporation expressed no remorse and stated they would not change the actions if the situation occurred again, the jury awarded our client $23 million. The trial lasted 5 weeks and went to the court of appeals challenging the punitive damages cap. This case has since been cited and studied and referenced in recent punitive damages cases.
- Cowell v Gaston County Our client secured a mortgage to build a home. The general contractor failed the first inspection- the foundation. Rather than curing the defect and calling for re-inspection, the contractor proceeded with the build. The bank kept approving the loan increments, and the county kept passing all other inspections. When the house was finally finished, it would not pass its final inspection and the client could not get a certificate of occupancy, leaving them with a house (and a mortgage) that they could not live in. It took 2 trips to the Court of Appeals, 3 attempts to pick a jury, and almost 6 years before a jury sided with our client. The trial itself took 2 weeks.
- Varney v Novant Wrongful termination case against a major medical corporation, resulting in a settlement agreeable to our client.
