Questions answered by Richard L. Huffman Jr.

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Is it legal for a business to disclose whether an employee has passed or failed a drug test?

Richard's answer | Answered on January 07, 2015

I am sorry about your situation. Certainly the employer should not have told a third party about your drug test. However, I am not sure that you...

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Can i look for a new job if I an collecting STD without the fear of getting fired?

Richard's answer | Answered on January 06, 2015

The general answer is that NC is an employment at will state so any company can fire any worker at anytime for any reason or for no reason. So you...

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If I give my two partners (not family) some of my shares ($250K value) in our LLC can it be tax free by using the Estate & Gift

Richard's answer | Answered on January 06, 2015

Based upon the facts presented, it is difficult to give a definitive answer. There a lot of variables that would affect this transaction. You need...

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On tuesday, jan 6, I am having my disability hearing with an alj judge. The hearing will be via telephone.

Richard's answer | Answered on January 06, 2015

I am sorry you are having all this problems. I know it must be difficult for you. I am reading your question on January 6 at 5:30 pm so certainly...

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My same-sex partner and I were married in November. How do we determine whether to file our taxes together or separately?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2014

I can't answer tax questions but I do want to say congratulations on your marriage. I am pleased NC has joined the ranks of the many states that...

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I have a son who has seizures and sensory processing dysfunction I wanted to get ssi but they sais no. do I need a attorney

Richard's answer | Answered on December 29, 2014

Yes, you do need to hire an attorney and I urge to do so as soon as possible. There are certain time limits you are required to meet and I don't...

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Is there any lawyers that will handle a workers comp. case if they are a federal employee? Looking for one in around Kinston, NC

Richard's answer | Answered on November 07, 2014

I agree with Celeste. There are only a handful of NC attorneys in NC that work on Federal cases. I am sure that some of the other attorneys are...

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Where in America can a driver hit someone and the insurance company lets them get away with it??

Richard's answer | Answered on October 14, 2014

I am sorry about your injury. Insurance companies do not make money by paying claims. And as others have said, Allstate is the worse. It is thus...

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How many years do I have for a lawsuit a physician who do not have license for back surgeries in NC.

Richard's answer | Answered on September 26, 2014

I am not clear about the status of the doctor. If he was not a licensed doctor in NC, then he could be in huge trouble. On the other hand, you...

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Can I sue someone for money I loaned them , more then 3 yrs. ago and all parties do not live in the same state?

Richard's answer | Answered on September 26, 2014

See an attorney as soon as possible. $50,000 is a significant amount of money and you should not let these people "steal" your money. North...

Richard L. Huffman Jr.'s Answers (199)

Is it legal for a business to disclose whether an employee has passed or failed a drug test?

Can i look for a new job if I an collecting STD without the fear of getting fired?

If I give my two partners (not family) some of my shares ($250K value) in our LLC can it be tax free by using the Estate & Gift

On tuesday, jan 6, I am having my disability hearing with an alj judge. The hearing will be via telephone.

My same-sex partner and I were married in November. How do we determine whether to file our taxes together or separately?

I have a son who has seizures and sensory processing dysfunction I wanted to get ssi but they sais no. do I need a attorney

Is there any lawyers that will handle a workers comp. case if they are a federal employee? Looking for one in around Kinston, NC

Where in America can a driver hit someone and the insurance company lets them get away with it??

How many years do I have for a lawsuit a physician who do not have license for back surgeries in NC.

Can I sue someone for money I loaned them , more then 3 yrs. ago and all parties do not live in the same state?