One question we often get from clients after getting their cases dismissed is, how will this affect my record? Will a background check reveal I was arrested? Will the charges show up when I go to rent property? The short answer is usually yes, the arrest and charges would still appear. The follow up question,…
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When you’re in the middle of a workers’ compensation claim, there are several items you need to be aware of at all times (not the least of which is your physical and mental wellbeing). Aside from health, you also may have financial burdens, medical expenses, job pressure, and family stress. One area we often see…
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Oftentimes, stepparents and stepchildren have a close relationship in which the stepparent acts as a parent and participates equally with the natural parent in the financial and emotional support, guidance, and decision making regarding the stepchildren. So what happens if the stepparent and natural parent divorce? Does the stepparent have a right to ask for…
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According to the NC Department of Transportation, each year more than 2,000 police-reported motor vehicle accidents involve a pedestrian hit by a motor vehicle; 150-200 of those are fatal and 200-300 of those accidents result in serious injury. Those statistics may or may not mean something to you, but do you know what to do…
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North Carolina is not in the top ten states with the lowest divorce rates, nor the top ten with the highest divorce rates. However, if you’re considering divorce in NC, it is sometimes helpful to know more about the numbers to put your situation in perspective. The infographic below highlights some key statistics with the…
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If you don’t have an in-house legal team for your business, the time to find an attorney who can be your legal partner is now. As you review your already-busy schedule, you may be wondering why it is worth the time and effort to find a trusted lawyer to be your go-to legal counsel. After…
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It’s a tired company line: we put clients first. It’s also the only way that Charlotte businesses ever get the privilege of sticking around or growing. Charlotteans recognize that Charlotte is still a small town wearing the suit of the big city. We love sharing referrals (or giving warnings), and we take pride in our…
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2018 is set to be an exciting year for our firm, starting with welcoming a new partner at SeiferFlatow, PLLC. We’re proud to announce Missy Foard as our firm’s newest partner. Missy has been a valuable member of the SeiferFlatow team since 2015 and has consistently proven her work ethic to us and, more importantly,…
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If you are visiting North Carolina, you should be aware of the traffic and DWI laws the state upholds. There are consequences to breaking these laws, even if you carry a license from a different state. DWI Laws in North Carolina The legal limit for individuals over the age of 21 is a BAC of…
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Workplace accidents can happen to any person at any time on the job, even to telecommuting employees. Those with valid workers’ compensation claims are entitled to medical care and two-thirds of lost wages from being out of work. Those with permanent injuries are also entitled to compensation, and, if necessary, your next of kin or…
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