Is Arbitration Required?

Arbitration Agreements: many business people have heard of them, many businesses have signed one, and some businesses have even gone through arbitration.  Arbitration can be a good alternative in the right circumstance.  However, don’t assume arbitration is the best for you without doing sufficient homework.  Despite the familiarity or arbitration agreements, the agreements sometimes still require a basic question to …

“Sufficient Minimum Contacts”: Can’t File a Lawsuit Without It!

Suppose your company contracts with another company for the supply of materials. The company you contracted with then contracts with an out of state company to add a “powder coating” to the materials you have just ordered. Then suppose this coating flakes off right after you use the materials. So, if letters, phone calls, emails and/or attempts at negotiations don’t …

The North Carolina Court of Appeals Says Your Electronic Signature Is Just As Good As Your Written One

The North Carolina Court of Appeals Says Your Electronic Signature Is Just As Good As Your Written OneBy James R. VannAttorney at Law Suppose for a moment a business acquaintance of yours sends you an email proposing a specific transaction. And let’s suppose you respond that it sounds great, let’s do it. You might be thinking you haven’t really committed to …