by Durham Law Firm | Jul 13, 2015 | Estate Planning
The importance of having a Will Many North Carolina people do not realize the importance of good estate planning. Many people assume everything would go to their next of kin if something happens to them. This is partially true, however it is not always the people you...
by Durham Law Firm | May 8, 2015 | Unemployment
NC Cuts the Federal Credit Card On Tuesday, May 5, 2015, NC elected officials announced that the state has repaid early a debt owed to the federal government for unemployment insurance, a debt to the tune of $2.75 billion. Some leaders and NC businesses applaud the...
by Durham Law Firm | Apr 29, 2015 | Estate Administration
Five things that postpone settlement of an Estate In our experience as attorneys, having practiced for years in Wake, Durham, and surrounding counties in the area of probate/estate administration law, and having represented administrators, executors, and beneficiaries...
by Durham Law Firm | Apr 28, 2015 | Unemployment
Don’t Bite off What You Can’t Chew – Unemployment Overpayments Mamma always said don’t bite off what you can’t chew. Apparently nobody passed this advice along to the General Assembly. In the effort to reform unemployment security law, sweeping...
by Durham Law Firm | Apr 27, 2015 | Estate Administration
When a loved one dies, one often feels helpless and alone, despite the many people offering condolences and the outpouring of “let me know if you need anything” offers. Even letters from creditors of the decedent often offer their support before demanding that bills...
by Durham Law Firm | Apr 23, 2015 | Estate Planning
Creative Estate Planning – The Carolina Way? For most attorneys (and in honesty, for this one as well) simple, conservative plans for handling assets through estate planning is usually paramount. There are some who view estate planning as a form of “dead hand”...
by Durham Law Firm | Apr 10, 2015 | Unemployment
North Carolina Unemployment Attendance Rules Well, it depends. In North Carolina, attendance issues can be tricky when it comes to qualifying for unemployment benefits. There are several factors involved and the employer is usually well versed in what those factors...
by Durham Law Firm | Mar 6, 2015 | Estate Administration
Inherited Real Estate – Heirs Property – Rights to Inherited Real Property Congratulations (and my condolences)! You just found out you are one of three heirs to your great grandfather’s property. But before you start packing your things, here are...
by Durham Law Firm | Mar 4, 2015 | Employment Law, Unemployment
It is exceedingly rare for us to have cross over in our two primary practice areas: Unemployment (helping people with contested unemployment claims) and Estate Administration (assisting families wrap up the affairs of deceased loved ones), but today it does: A new...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 9, 2015 | Estate Administration
Estate Administration – Raleigh Estate Lawyer After the funeral is over, you’re probably asking: What next steps should I take to handle my deceased family member’s affairs? Getting help with a loved one’s estate Well, first you need to stop,...
