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Violation of a Non-Compete Agreement or Misappropriation of Trade Secrets?

It is important for a business to know how trade secrets laws may be used like a non-compete agreement to prevent former employees from usin

Joe Dye Culik

What Are the Steps for Forming a North Carolina Limited Liability Company?

There are a number of steps required to form a limited liability company (LLC) under the North Carolina Limited Liability Company Act

Joe Dye Culik

What is Misappropriation of Business Trade Secrets Under North Carolina Law, and How To Stop It

Joe Dye Culik

Appeals Fail in Arbitration of Most Business Disputes, So Get It Right the First Time

In a lawsuit between the buyer and seller of a business pursuant to an asset purchase agreement, a decision from the Court of Appeals...

Joe Dye Culik

When Should You File a Motion to Dismiss a Lawsuit Against Your Business (and When Shouldn’t You)?

Shawna Dye Culik

Tips for North Carolina Restaurant Owners During the Pandemic

Restaurants have been one of the hardest hit small businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic. Here are some tips for surviving and succeeding.

Joe Dye Culik

What is a “Force Majeure” Clause and How Can It Help Your Business During the Coronavirus Crisis?

Most contracts have a force majeure clause stating that if a force majeure occurs then the parties’ contractual obligations are waived.

Joe Dye Culik

What Should a Small Business Do During the Coronavirus Pandemic?

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has wreaked havoc not only on people’s health, but also on the North Carolina state economy and businesses.

Joe Dye Culik

What Are Your Options When Your Business Legal Settlement Falls Apart?

If one of the parties to a business settlement agreement is not abiding by their promises, what do you do?

Shawna Dye Culik

North Carolina Business Law Resources

Our firm regularly litigates business law cases in North Carolina. Having the information on your state business laws can be helpful.

Joe Dye Culik

How Can a North Carolina Business Legally Collect a Debt Owed to It?

If you are a business owed an unpaid debt, how do you go about collecting it through the legal system in North Carolina?

Joe Dye Culik

What is a Shareholder Meeting and What Happens at One?

Every North Carolina Corporation is required to have meeting of its shareholders. This usually occurs once a year. Find out what's involved.

Joe Dye Culik

The Advantages of Narrowing Issues for Trial in Business Court Under Rule 56(d)

The North Carolina Business Court was established to deal with complex business issues that arise in the Superior Courts of North Carolina.

Joe Dye Culik

Is the NC Unfair and Deceptive Business Practices Act Applicable in Disputes Between Business Owners

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