Whether an employee was discharged or quit the employment often was the first thing I needed to determine when ruling on unemployment cases. This post discusses what factors I would consider when ruling on these cases.
As I discussed in my last blog post (http://www.palermolaw.com/discharge-for-misconduct-under-nc-unemployment-laws/) the threshold decision I had to make as an administrative law judge ruling on unemployment claim appeals was often whether an employee quit the employment, or was discharged by the management (we don’t say “terminated” because […]
As a judge hearing unemployment appeals for the past year or so, I can say that the vast majority of the cases are determined based on the “quit” or “discharge” definitions in the N.C. unemployment act. A very important distinction to keep in mind, which […]
There is no “what do other people do” for the essential terms of a contract that effects your business. We can use history as a guide, but you need to figure out what works for you, with my counseling, so you’re satisfied that you are running your own business successfully
Relocating your business to Western North Carolina? It’s a pretty easy process but there’s some legal catches to watch out for. Call me if you’re moving down here for help.
With the Covid now is a good time to review the volunteer immunity statutes that protect those who give service to charitable organizations.
With the virus crisis just starting, business owners need to think about whether it’s time to file bankruptcy or dissolve their business for the duration
Financing your business succession plan – part two of my succession series published in Asheville’s Capital At Play magazine. Read it here or pick up a copy at your favorite local business.
Investing in a business can be either a purchase of ownership, also known as equity; or a loan to the business. Know which one you’re making before you turn over your money, so that you know what risks of loss of capital you’re facing and know what to expect in return.
At some point your business may have to incur corporate debt in order to fund operations like payroll or purchase of raw materials; expansion; or a partner buyout. Here I discuss corporate debt, collateral, and security interests.