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Guide to Final Paycheck Laws in North Carolina

Final paycheck laws in North Carolina dictate when and how employers must pay employees their final wages, whether voluntary or involuntary, upon termination of employment. Both employers and employees must understand these laws to ensure compliance and avoid legal issues. Employers who understand these laws can avoid penalties for non-compliance, while employees who know their rights can ensure they...

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What Workers’ Comp Does and Does Not Cover in North Carolina

Work can hurt. Literally. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports almost 3 million non-fatal work injuries occurred in 2022. Unfortunately, there were more than 5,000 fatal work injuries in the same year. Who foots the bill for the harm that impacts you at work? Mainly, your employer’s workers’ compensation (or workers comp) coverage does.  What does workers comp...

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Can an Employer Withhold Pay in North Carolina?

We all have bills to pay, and we want to be able to rely on a steady and dependable paycheck. So, what happens if your employer withholds funds from your paycheck? Can an employer withhold pay in North Carolina? It can, but only under certain circumstances. So, let’s dive into what is allowed and not allowed for wage deductions...

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| Read Time: 3 minutes | Workers Compensation Law

How to Check the Status of an NC Workers’ Comp Claim

If you were injured at work and filed a workers’ compensation claim, you are undoubtedly anxiously waiting to see if your claim is approved. But you might not know how to check the status of your workers’ comp claim. Your workers’ comp claim status is available; you just need to know where to look. Our Charlotte and Winston-Salem workers’...

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| Read Time: 5 minutes | Immigration Law

Ways to Get a Green Card in the USA Without Marriage

Most people know noncitizens can get green cards and eventually citizenship through marriage. However, far fewer people know how to get a green card in the USA without marriage and how to get US citizenship without marriage. Many wonder, “Do you have to be married to get a green card?” Thankfully, the answer is no. You can also get...

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How to Maximize Your Workers’ Comp Settlement in NC

Have you recently suffered an injury while on the job in North Carolina?  If so, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits to help cover your medical expenses and lost wages. However, navigating the complexities of the workers’ comp system can be overwhelming, leaving many injured workers needing guidance on how to obtain the compensation they deserve. In...

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Get a Provisional Waiver of Unlawful Presence with I-601A

Coming to or remaining in the United States without government permission violates U.S. immigration law and typically results in losing your right to immigration benefits. This rule can seriously harm many noncitizens who would otherwise qualify for lawful permanent resident (LPR) status. If you fall into this category, you may be able to convince United States Citizenship and Immigration...

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Applying for Asylum in the U.S. with Form I-589

Applying for asylum allows individuals who cannot safely remain in or return to their home countries to start a new life in the U.S. You apply for asylum using Form I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal. When you submit your Form I-589 application for asylum, you ask the U.S. government for the right to live here...

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What Happens When Removal Proceedings Are Terminated?

Being placed in removal or deportation proceedings can feel like staring down the total upheaval of your life. However, the immigration court judge can terminate the proceedings against you without deporting you. With your removal proceedings terminated, what next?  Your next step depends on the reasons for termination, like:  If you are facing immigration court proceedings, contact Elliot, Morgan,...

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