Employees have a right to be free from discrimination in their workplaces. One common type of discrimination is based on gender. It involves an employer treating an applicant or an employee unfavorably because of his or her gender and can also include discrimination...
Month: January 2022
What creditors can and cannot do when trying to collect debt
Sometimes one of the worse parts for people who owe money to creditors is the calls from the debt collectors. They can seem to be constant and force people to ignore phone calls and can create even more stress than they are already feeling due to their situation. Many...
Wage, overtime dispute at center of possible class action lawsuit
When companies pay wages to North Carolina workers, state law and federal law could be a source of discord. Employees who believe they were underpaid by alleged financial sleight of hand on the part of their employers should be cognizant of their rights in the state...
Material versus minor breach of contract
Contracts form the backbone of many business transactions in Fayetteville and keep our state’s economy running. While most people follow through on their end of the agreement there are times when a person will breach a contract. There are two types of breach of...
Debtors should know the new rules for commercial collections
Debt is a problem that is afflicting many North Carolina residents. This can emanate from medical expenses, credit card bills, losing a job and divorce. For some, it is a combination of challenges that led to falling behind on payments. Those who are dealing with this...
Consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act
The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) protects consumers by ensuring that their information is accurate and remains private in consumer credit bureau files. It also regulates how credit reporting agencies collect, access and use data contained within consumer reports....
Qui Tam actions and retaliation
Retaliation can be a serious concern for employees. As an employee, you may be placed in a situation where you become aware of wrongdoing by your employer. What do you do? This is your job, after all, and you don’t want to lose it. It can be a difficult decision to...
Dog attacks and strict liability
Dogs are funny, friendly creatures that provide us with unconditional love. However, even the most well-mannered pooch could feel threatened and lash out. Dog bite injuries can cause infection and disfigurement, causing the bite victim to incur significant medical...