The Latest Cyber Risk: Vulnerability of Your Email Accounts
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting web-based email programs in breaches. Read More +
The Rules, They Are A-Changin'
Overview of 2011 changes to civil fees and costs in district and superior courts Read More +
Understanding the LM Financial Fraud Exclusionary Endorsement in Your LM Professional Liability Insurance Policy
Wire Fraud losses continue to plague real estate transactions, resulting in millions of dollars of losses around the country. The most common scenario is the buyer receiving altered wiring instructions. The State Bar is now holding the closing attorney accountable for this loss even though the closing attorney did nothing to cause the loss. Read More +
US Supreme Court Permits States to Seek Reimbursement from Settlement Payments for Future Medical Care
On June 6, 2022, the US Supreme Court issued its opinion in Gallardo v. Marstiller, Sec’y of the Fla. Agency for Health Care, 2022 U.S. Lexis 2683, and held that the Medicaid Act permits States to seek reimbursement from settlement payments allocated for future medical care. The full opinion can be read here. Read More +
WARNING: New Twists in Fraud - Interception of Incoming Wires
Warning regarding scammers targeting incoming wires to your trust account. Read More +
Wire Instruction Fraud Continues to Plague NC Lawyers
Tips to help prevent being a victim of a wire instruction fraud scam. Read More +