Follow our blog to get information on a range of topics, including maternity leave, overtime laws, ongoing class actions, and much more. Our attorneys share what they are working on and what you need to know to protect your rights as an employee in North Carolina.
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How mediators use AI in employment mediations for prep, damages ranges, and term sheets, plus confidentiality and privilege guardrails for counsel.
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Fourth Circuit Explains Piece-Rate Pay and Overtime Rules in North CarolinaFourth Circuit decision explains how piece-rate pay and overtime work under federal and North Carolina wage law for employees.
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North Carolina Business Court Rejects Employer’s Trade Secrets Claim Against Former Employee: What Employees Should KnowNC Business Court tossed an employer’s trade-secrets claim against a former employee. Practical exit tips for employees across North Carolina.
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Unfair vs. Unlawful at Work in North Carolina: Why Most Bad Workplace Conduct Isn’t Illegal (and What You Can Do)Most workplace conduct in North Carolina is unfair but not illegal. Learn the difference, red flags, and what employees in NC can do next.
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HR Is Not Your FriendIn NC workplaces, HR protects the company. Rebuttals to discipline often become evidence against you—how to protect yourself.
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Fourth Circuit Upholds Termination: Critical Lessons for Employees Who Raise Discrimination ComplaintsFourth Circuit decision shows why employees must clearly report discrimination and document complaints to preserve retaliation claims.
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PIP in North Carolina: What to Do and What to ExpectOn a PIP in NC? Learn what it means, what to do in the first 72 hours, and how to protect your job and record in Charlotte, Raleigh & statewide.
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Off-the-Clock Work Under the FLSA: When It Must Be Paid (and When It Doesn’t)Learn when off-the-clock work must be paid under the FLSA—emails, prep time, breaks, travel, and remote work—plus practical steps for NC employees.
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Employment Mediation in North Carolina: What Employees Should Expect—and How to PrepareEmployment mediation can be decisive for North Carolina employees. Learn what mediation is, what to expect, how to prepare, and common mistakes to avoid in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, Wilmington, and statewide NC.
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What ADA Information Must an Employee Provide When Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation? (Fourth Circuit Update)Fourth Circuit ADA cases explain what North Carolina employees must share to request accommodations: clear notice, work limits, and documentation when needed.