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Shipman Wright & Moore associate attorney Kevin L. Littlejohn, II has been appointed to the Board of Commissioners for the Wilmington Housing Authority (WHA) by Wilmington Mayor, Bill Saffo. This is a significant appointment that recognizes Attorney Littlejohn’s legal expertise, dedication to public service, and commitment to improving the lives of residents in New…

The Managing Partner of Shipman Wright & Moore, Gary Shipman, who represents the trustees of Cape Fear Community College (CFCC), has recently denied the validity of allegations made by former employees against college president Jim Funderburk. These allegations include claims of nepotism, misuse of college funds, and creating an abusive work environment. In an…

Constructive discharge is a serious issue that can have significant consequences for employees and employers. When an employer creates an intolerable working environment that forces an employee to resign, it violates their rights as an employee. In addition to the emotional toll such an experience can have on an employee, it can also lead…

It is essential to seek medical attention after an accident, even if you feel fine, because many injuries sustained in accidents may not be immediately apparent. In addition, seeking medical attention can help you identify any injuries or medical conditions that may have been caused or worsened by accident and receive prompt treatment for…

In a recent article about digital health and wearables (read here), healthcare attorney Mysty Blagg from Shipman Wright & Moore discusses the benefits and challenges of incorporating digital health and telehealth technologies in healthcare delivery. The article emphasizes the need for healthcare providers to embrace digital health solutions to enhance patient outcomes, streamline operations,…

Malnutrition in nursing homes can have serious consequences, including weight loss, muscle weakness, impaired wound healing, increased risk of infection, and cognitive decline. Dehydration can lead to confusion, weakness, dizziness, and kidney failure. These conditions can significantly impact a resident’s quality of life and overall health. Nursing homes are responsible for ensuring their residents…

Many types of machinery accidents can occur on a job site, including: Caught-in or caught-between accidents occur when a worker gets caught between two pieces of machinery or between a piece of machinery and a stationary object, such as a wall or post. Struck-by accidents occur when a worker is struck by a moving…

A management company that runs nursing homes in California is being sued for allegedly diverting $1.8 million in COVID-19 relief funds meant for the nursing homes to its corporate use (read here). The lawsuit claims that the company submitted false claims to obtain the funds and used them to pay for unrelated expenses. The…

The legal concepts of condemnation and inverse condemnation have affected property owners in North Carolina in various ways. The government or a utility with the power to condemn property typically initiates a condemnation or eminent domain action.  While a property owner typically initiates an inverse condemnation action, typically when the government or utility takes…

If you have had a repetitive motion injury at work, it is best to consider hiring a lawyer to help you with your case. Repetitive motion injuries can occur over a long period, making it difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of the damage. In addition, some employers may dispute the claim, arguing that…