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Navigating North Carolina’s Civil Court System: A Three-Tiered Approach

January 17, 2025

North Carolina’s civil court system is structured in a tiered manner, with each level handling different types of cases and complexities. Understanding this hierarchy is crucial for anyone involved in a civil dispute. The first tier, Small Claims Court, handles disputes involving amounts generally under $10,000. These cases are often simpler in nature, such as…

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Bad Contractors: Five Ways to Avoid Them and Six Steps to Take if it is Too Late

October 5, 2016

          When hiring a contractor for a residential or commercial construction or renovation project, there are many qualified, dependable contractors from which to choose.  However, there is always the risk of hiring someone who will (1) do a poor job; (2) take much longer than expected; or (3) both.  There are…

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