Greensboro Legal Blog
Power of Attorney vs. Guardianship of a Parent
Both a springing and durable power of attorney are strong planning tools which, in most cases, eliminate the need for a guardianship appointment – and going to court. Proper planning can help you avoid seeking guardianship of a parent in the event of future incapacitation.
Estate Planning Basics
Estate planning includes planning for scenarios that may or may not occur and having advanced directives in place. Here are the different types of documents that may be used in a basic estate plan.
EEOC and COVID-19 Antibody Tests
COVID-19 viral tests can be required, but antibody tests should only at most be encouraged. Anything more will constitute a violation of the ADA.
Remote Office Protocol
There are some ways employers can make sure to limit their liability with employees working from home.
The Difference Between a Furlough, a Layoff, and a Reduction In Force
What is the difference between a furlough, a layoff, and a reduction in force? Employers facing hard times must make some tough decisions and are trying to figure out what they can and cannot do as it relates to employees.
Should you choose an LLC as your business structure?
Limited liability companies (LLCs), have significant advantages over the default option for business organizations, which is a sole proprietorship. The primary advantages are pass-through taxation and limitations on liability.
Are healthcare providers at legal risk for prescribing opioids?
A state’s Board of Pharmacy found excessive opioid painkillers were prescribed to dozens of patients who subsequently died.
Change coming after ProPublica shows fake doctors billing insurance
The nonprofit investigative newsroom ProPublica published an investigation into a “gaping loophole” in health care law. ProPublica highlighted the story of a Texas personal trainer with a felony conviction who simply lied to the government when he applied for several National Provider Identifiers (NPI).
Who’s getting sued over the coronavirus?
It was bound to happen. Someone was bound to file a lawsuit over someone else’s response to the coronavirus or COVID-19. The American Airlines pilots’ union sued the carrier in...
What types of assets go through probate?
As you know, probate – or “estate administration,” as it is called in North Carolina – is the process for legally transferring a deceased person’s property and assets to their...