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Interrogatories – How They Generally Work

Posted on August 28, 2019April 20, 2022 by g83js92js91
Categories: attorney, business, business law, Business Law & Contracts, Business Law Disputes, interrogatories, Jason A McGrath, lawsuit, lawyer, Litigation, NC Rules of Civil Procedure, small business

Attorney Jason McGrath explains “Interrogatories” during litigation and how they generally work in a lawsuit in this short video.

Click here to watch on YouTube  – https://youtu.be/s923VxHdLyE

Here are some of the key points contained in the video:

  1. Interrogatories are a list of written questions.
  2. The receiving party is to respond, typically within 30 days, to the questions or file an objection or series of objections.
  3. There is a rule limiting the number of questions that may be asked.
  4. The responses should be evaluated by the party that initiated the Interrogatories for accuracy and completeness and these issues can be questioned within the court system.

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Where Does an Arbitration Physically Take Place?

Posted on May 27, 2019April 20, 2022 by g83js92js91
Categories: arbitration, business, Business Law & Contracts, Business Law Disputes, Continuing Series, contract law, contracts, Jason A McGrath, lawyer, Litigation, llc, North Carolina, series, video

Attorney Jason McGrath shares some information about where you can expect an arbitration proceeding to physically take place in this short video and summarized in this blog post.

Understand the practical logistics of an arbitration that may arise from a dispute about your business contract.

Here are some of the key points contained in this informational video:

Where will the arbitration physically take place? What city or county? An attorney’s office? The courthouse? City hall?

  • As far as city or county, arbitration often takes place where a related lawsuit would be (or is) taking place.
  • Some arbitration agreements will dictate what city or county the arbitration must occur in.
  • Arbitration can usually occur anywhere that the parties agree.
  • The arbitration hearing could take place at a private law office or the arbitrator’s office.
  • Arbitration doesn’t usually occur in the courthouse.

Occasionally a court will enter an order as to the logistical specifics of arbitration, such as the hearing location. You should get advice from a contract attorney to assist in handling litigation issues like arbitration.

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Recently engaged? 5 reasons why you should consider a prenup

Posted on November 21, 2018April 21, 2022 by g83js92js91
Categories: attorney, Kelly Brown, lawyer, Life and the Law, North Carolina, Prenupital Agreements, prenuptial agreement, south carolina
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As most of my friends are getting married or are recently married (myself included), I frequently get asked why anyone would want a prenuptial agreement. Prenups can get a bad reputation because many people assume signing a prenup means you are preparing for divorce in the future. However, this is NOT necessarily the case! There are many reasons (other than divorce) that future spouses may want to sign a prenup before getting married.

Here are my top 5 reasons for signing a prenup.

  • A prenup promotes communication between future spouses so they are fully aware of the other’s financial situation and other issues prior to marriage. In North Carolina and South Carolina, each party must voluntarily provide a full and fair financial disclosure about his or her property and financial obligations (unless waived in writing).
  • A prenup can establish how property matters will be handled in the future. If you are a person who has substantial individual or family assets, a prenuptial agreement may be a great way to specify how debt and other financial issues will be handled during the marriage.
  • A prenup can determine the rights and obligations of each party with regard to the right to buy, sell, use, transfer, exchange, abandon, lease, or otherwise dispose of, control, or manage certain property. In North Carolina and South Carolina, property obtained during the marriage is generally treated as marital or joint property, but a prenup can change the general rule for property acquired during the marriage.
  • A prenup can protect a person that has a professional practice or other service business. For all the entrepreneurs out there, this is a great way to protect your hard work, while still being able to provide for your new family.
  • A prenup can be viewed as a proactive dispute resolution system, as it can simplify the divorce process. A prenup may reduce the chance of litigation upon divorce and, in addition, reduce those litigation costs. This may be beneficial for a party that is entering into a second marriage or those who have children from previous relationships.
Contact us today to get started on your prenuptial agreement.

 

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North Carolina LLC Partners – Fiduciary Duty

Posted on January 13, 2012 by g83js92js91
Categories: attorney, Business Law & Contracts, business partners, Charlotte, lawyer, limited liability company, llc, members, North Carolina, raleigh
Does My NC LLC Partner Owe Me a Fiduciary Duty?

In this short video blog, Attorney Jason A. McGrath discusses whether a partner (member) in a North Carolina limited liability company (LLC) owes a fiduciary duty to other partners (members). This is one of the more common questions that Mr. McGrath is asked by his business law clients. See the video below, or click here to view in You Tube.

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