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What happens if I slip and fall on the painted line outside of a store due to rain and the pavement being smooth there?
North Carolina negligence laws follow the doctrine of contributory negligence, which bars recovery by the plaintiff if he or she is partially at fault. The majority of other states follow the doctrine of comparative negligence, in which the amount of damages is reduced in proportion to the plaintiff’s degree of fault. Therein is the…
Do I need antibiotics for a tooth infection, dental implant, bone graft or other dental work and is it required for my Dentist to prescribe them?
Use of antibiotics should be judicious and carefully thought out. Just because you have an “infection” in your tooth, it does not mean you need an antibiotic. Also, not all “infections” are actually infections. Not all infections can be cured by antibiotics alone. For more information, read here.
New Certificate of Assumed Name Statutes
New Certificate of Assumed Name Statutes North Carolina has revised its law regarding the use of assumed business names. The new Article 14A of Chapter 66 in the NC General Statutes became effective December 1, 2017. This new law allows for a five-year transition period for all pre-existing assumed business name filers to re-file…
The Dangers of Spray Polyurethane Foam
The Dangers of Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF): Why Homeowners Should Think Twice About Installing SPF in Their Homes. Homeowners are often told by contractors that spray polyurethane foam (SPF) is a better option for insulating their home. Contractors and installers sell SPF to homeowners by telling them that the product is environmentally friendly and…