Greensboro Legal Blog
New Rule from the Department of Labor
The DOL announced on 9 Jan 2024 a new rule that replaces the 2021 Independent Contractor Rule and provides guidance on how to analyze who is an employee or independent contractor under the FLSA.
Who owns my social media account? It all depends on who owns a dead fox.
In a recent case, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit was called on to examine who owns a social media account: the creator of the account or her employer?
How Estates Effect Real Estate Closings – Topic 1: Will or No Will?
Whether a deceased individual had a Last Will and Testament determines how the deceased’s estate will transfer according to North Carolina statute.
The Corporate Transparency Act – What is it, and Does it Affect Me?
The primary objective of the CTA is to create a more robust framework for collecting and maintaining beneficial ownership information of certain entities in the United States.
How can I protect myself from misclassification of employees as independent contractors?
Here are a few best practices to avoid misclassifying employees as independent contractors which may result in fines from the DOL and IRS.
Buying or Selling a Property Held in Trust
Selling or buying a property held in trust depends on the trust itself. Here’s what you need to know before buying or selling a property held in trust.
Federal Regulations That Apply to Compliance Programs
Here are are seven Federal regulations that apply to compliance program that a practice must follow.
What really is a Trade Secret?
There are many laws both federal and state that protect trade secrets. Most conform to the Uniform Trade Secrets Act which imposes both civil and at times criminal...
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Real Estate (Part III)
The common “rule” when selling or transferring real property is that both spouses will need to sign the deed, even if the property was purchased prior to marriage. A...
Free Trader Agreements for Real Estate (Part II)
In North Carolina, a married couple is presumed to have a joint interest in real property that is bought or sold during the marriage. A deeper explanation on that topic...