Suing opposing counsel

The other attorney's answer is spot on. There is not a private cause of action recognized in NC, at least that I'm aware of, that allows you to sue...

Is there a law in nc that says someone who uses any kind of a firearm in their home for protection may be arrested for murder?

The short answer is probably not. But, it would depend on the circumstances. Our legislature just updated these laws, and they went into effect on...

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Personal injury compensation

Your own lawyer is the best person to assess how much your case is worth. You should share your concerns with him or her, and ask why he or she...

We have an employee whom we provide a hotel room

North Carolina is an at-will employment state and you certainly may fire the employee for this behavior or really any reason absent some sort of...

Working as a legal assistant in NC?

An unlicensed individual cannot prepare legal documents for individuals on their own just because they successfully handled their own case pro se....

Am I liable to pay rent on a lease?

If your lease does not allow subleasing, then your landlord does not have to allow the other company to sign a new lease or take over your lease....

I was drinking and driving a friends car and totaled it. He never filed an insurance claim and only has liability.

Yes, he can. The statute of limitations has not passed. If you had liability insurance at the time, it would be advisable to call them and report...

The legal age in North Carolina is 18 for tobacco use and purchase, and any person who purchases tobacco products for someone under the age of 18...

Can my landlord keep part of my security deposit?

Generally, yes, the landlord can deduct from your security deposit an amount sufficient to repair the premises for damage outside of normal wear...

If an attorney is hired for damages on contingency is allowed to take more than the amount of damages if it includes a home sale

It will depend on the terms of your contract for legal representation. I would first start by addressing the matter with your attorney and seeing...