March 2020
MacCord’s List: IP News & Notices From Art MacCord
Art MacCord is a patent attorney with 40 years of experience. He keeps an eye on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the U.S. Copyright Office for new…
China’s One Child Policy compared to Paynich v. Vestal (Jan. 2020)
Do you remember when China started the One Child Policy? While watching a documentary on the unintended tragic consequences of this policy, I started to…
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
Chair, Litigation Section Pro Bono Committee Our section membership has a strong tradition of supporting and participating in pro bono and community service…
DOL Implements New Joint Employer Rule
The U.S. Department of Labor’s final rule clarifying the joint employer standard took effect on March 16. The final rule, first announced on January 12,…
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus). It is now more important than ever that we help our neighbors and those who are not as fortunate.…
Fight Hunger, Help Others in the COVID-19 Pandemic – Participate in the Legal Feeding Frenzy and Support Your Local Food Bank!
and Will Quick We are in unprecedented times with COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and many of us are wondering what we can do to help those without regular access to…
Legal Authority for Restrictions of Public Access and Conduct in Guilford County Facilities
Federal and State law have long-recognized that the public does not have unfettered access to public buildings. The U.S. Supreme Court has noted that “it is…
Ethical Considerations for North Carolina Litigators During COVID-19
COVID-19 (coronavirus) has created uncertainty in all areas including in our professional lives. The following are a few ethical considerations that…
Updates in Light of COVID-19
This is a post to provide the Section with some updates in light of the changes, postponements, and closures as a result of COVID-19/Coronavirus. This is an…
Recognition of Judge Fred Morrison’s Fifty Years of Service to North Carolina
The North Carolina Bar Association Administrative Law Division is proud to have had Judge Fred G. Morrison, Jr. as a member since 1966. Judge Morrison has…