Business Law

What is a Mechanic’s Lien? The concept of a mechanic’s lien traces back several centuries to its origin with Thomas Jefferson, one of our Nation’s founding fathers. At this time, the builders and laborers were often called “mechanics”, hence the…

North Carolina residents will no longer need a permit from the local sheriff to buy a handgun or small pistol. The North Carolina legislature on Wednesday overrode the Governor’s veto — a first since 2018. The House voted 71-46 to…

An employee’s knowledge and skills are often seen as valuable assets to their employers. As such, employers have an incentive to keep their employees within their respective organizations. Despite this, sometimes the employer-employee relationship will nevertheless be terminated. When this…

Sole Proprietor vs. Limited Liability Company (LLC)? First, of all, are you actually in business? If you’re asking this question, the most likely answer is yes. There are several small ways that you could be in business, including buying and…

So, you have decided to start a business. Now what? Starting a small business can be a challenging yet rewarding process. In addition to planning how you will sell the services or goods, the small business owner must become an…