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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Employer Obligations to Pay Commissions in North CarolinaNorth Carolina commission wage laws for employees in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Wilmington. Learn when commissions must be paid and what happens after termination.
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The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act in North Carolina: Real-World Rights for Pregnant and Postpartum EmployeesNorth Carolina employees: the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) protects you at work —statewide, including Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington, and Asheville.
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What North Carolina Employees Need to Know About Accessing and Protecting Their Personnel FilesNorth Carolina employees in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, and Wilmington have limited but important rights to employment records. Learn what you can request, how to document problems safely, and what to avoid if litigation may be ahead.
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EEOC Encourages White Men to File Discrimination Charges: What North Carolina Employees Should KnowThe EEOC has publicly encouraged white men to file workplace discrimination charges. A North Carolina employment lawyer explains what this means under federal and NC law.
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Firefighters at Private Fire Departments in North Carolina Are Entitled to Overtime PayFirefighters working for private or nonprofit fire departments in North Carolina are entitled to overtime pay after 40 hours. Learn why the FLSA’s 7(k) exemption does not apply.
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How FMLA Works with PTO, Maternity Leave, and Sick Time in North CarolinaNorth Carolina has no paid family leave law. Learn how FMLA works with PTO, maternity leave, and sick time—and how employees can protect their jobs.
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Workplace Sexual Assault in North Carolina: Your Rights, Options, and Next StepsSexual assault at work is illegal in North Carolina. Learn your rights, reporting options, and how a North Carolina employment lawyer can help you protect your career and dignity.
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NC Business Court Decision Highlights Limits on Non-Compete EnforcementThe North Carolina Business Court’s decision in Accelerando, Inc. v. Relentless Solutions, Inc., 2025 NCBC 29 reinforces limits on non-compete enforcement while allowing confidentiality-based and tortious-interference claims to proceed.
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Remote Work Surveillance: What North Carolina Employees Need to KnowEmployers are increasingly monitoring remote workers. Learn what North Carolina employees should know about surveillance, privacy, and workplace rights.
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North Carolina Bar Association Launches Employment Law Specialization: A New Benchmark for RepresentationNorth Carolina’s Employment Law Specialization helps clients identify attorneys with proven expertise. Learn why choosing a board-certified employment law specialist matters.