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Best Buddies North Carolina Virtual Friendship Walk
We are proud to be once again a sponsor of the Best Buddies North Carolina Friendship Walk! To accommodate the current health crisis, Best Buddies North Carolina adapted this annual in-person walk to an inclusive virtual experience on June 20th, 2020. Thank you to the...
Second Independence Day – Juneteenth
While the Day may bear many names, it singularly represents our country’s second Independence Day. Today, it continues to serve as an important day of celebration and reflection in the African-American community. On June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger and...
Congress Passes the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020
Congress is Down with PPP If you’re an employer still trying to stay afloat amidst the Coronavirus restrictions, Congress has just passed you a lifeline. Last week the House voted 417-1 and just last night, the Senate unanimously passed the Paycheck Protection Program...
Getting Employees back to work in North Carolina
Back to Work You Go? It’s been a long 9 or 10 weeks (depending on when you began sheltering in place), but all indications are that many states (North Carolina included) are trying to slowly and safely lift restrictions so businesses can open to the public and workers...
The Bar Exam for a Lawyer who Paused
After I paused my legal career to raise three children, I faced hurdles when I tried to re-enter the workforce. I lacked a network and opportunities and faced the implicit bias that I was too old and had lost my edge.
Lawyer Well-Being Week: Free Virtual Yoga Class
JOIN US FOR A FREE VIRTUAL YOGA CLASS MONDAY MAY 4 8:00 AM (EST) Sponsored by Lincoln Derr, PLLC and YOGASIX In celebration of Lawyer Well-Being Week FAQDo I need Yoga experience to attend this class? No.The class is designed for all ability levels and...
Tricia Derr is now licensed to practice law in South Carolina
It was no secret to the Lincoln Derr family that Tricia Derr was a bit more stressed than usual toward the end of 2019 and stretching through early February 2020. Maintaining the balance of her hectic work schedule, speaking engagements, and family demands is always...
Are you Covered for Business Interruption Losses due to COVID-19?
Many small businesses in North Carolina are wondering if they will survive the temporary closures or other losses required by Governor Roy Cooper’s Executive Stay at Home Order. In an effort to survive, businesses are rightfully applying for government stimulus...
Remote Depositions in North Carolina During COVID-19
Depose Witnesses Remotely at your own Risk. On March 27, 2020 as Governor Roy Cooper’s Stay at Home Order went into effect, I was fielding requests from other North Carolina lawyers to move forward with depositions. The push was on to try to keep cases moving forward....
5 Zoom Vulnerabilities – How To Avoid Doom With Zoom
5 Ways to Avoid Doom with Zoom In Part 1 of “Is Zoom Safe – Keep Your Meetings Secure During COVID-19,” we discussed basic practices to keep unwanted eyes and ears out of your Zoom meetings. In part 2, we explore 5 of the most common and/or concerning Zoom...
Is Zoom Secure – Virtual Meetings During COVID-19
Is Zoom Giving You the 6 Ft. You Need? Social Distancing Day 24. Zoom call 56. And that is light compared to many. Is Zoom a secure way to conduct business during COVID-19? Now the news reports that my Zoom meetings might get hacked or recorded meetings may get...
Contracts and COVID-19 in North Carolina
Thinking COVID-19 might excuse a contractual obligation in NC? The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on North Carolina becomes greater each day. The economic implications of social distancing have taken hold. Local businesses and individuals are increasingly...