The attorneys at Morningstar Law Group are leaders who are frequently asked to share their legal insights and expertise. Here is a sampling of the wisdom our attorneys are sharing at industry conferences, in published articles, and at continuing legal education events.
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North Carolina Supreme Court Holds that Highway Corridor Reservation Maps Constitute Takings
June 16, 2016
By William J. Brian, Jr. On June 10, 2016, the N.C. Supreme Court held that the recording of highway corridor reservation maps by NCDOT pursuant to a statute known commonly as the Map Act constitute takings of the property rights of the affected landowners for which NCDOT must pay them just compensation. In so doing, […]
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Morningstar Law Group CLE 2016
February 16, 2016
Morningstar Law Group CLE: Current Topics for the Busy In-House LawyerFebruary 11, 2016 at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park Morningstar Law Group CLE 2016 from MorningstarLaw
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Staying Calm Under Pressure - Advice from a Former Judge
April 14, 2015
Don’t freak out if there is a business dispute You may believe that a significant business dispute will never happen to you. In some ways, a lawsuit — whether by you or against you — is a bit like a serious personal injury. When it does happen, it derails important plans and goals. It takes money, time […]
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5 Ways to Protect Intellectual Property
January 27, 2015
Published on Product Design & Development (http://www.pddnet.com) Jennifer Collins, Morningstar Law Group Prior to embarking on product development activities, it is critical that companies take time to protect their intellectual property rights. Several separate partnerships, alliances and agreements may be needed to go from the research phase to the marketplace. Each strategic alliances, development agreement, or joint development contract […]
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As The Locals Do: Case Management for Land Use Cases in Superior Court - by Shannon Joseph
December 30, 2014
Shannon Joseph recently wrote an article featured in Land Use Law Quarterly for the North Carolina State Bar Association. Shannon is a litigation attorney that joined Morningstar Law Group this year after serving as a Superior Court Judge.