Today’s post examines a recent decision from the Middle District of North Carolina on the intersection of section 75-1.1 claims and insurance law. As explained in more detail below, Martin v. Nautilus Insurance Co. illustrates how courts approach section 75-1.1 claims made in the context of insurance and offers lessons […]
Section 75-1.1 claims involving out-of-state conduct frequently face significant hurdles. A claimant must show a substantial in-state injury for section 75-1.1 to apply. (See here and here.) Choice of law rules can also bar such claims. Today’s post examines two recent decisions (here and here) applying the choice-of-law rules governing […]
Many years ago, I brought in my first case. The matter grew out of a residential real estate sale. I was a recent graduate. The lawyer for the other side had many years in practice. He fired off a letter threatening a host of claims, including a section 75-1.1 claim. […]
The Mecklenburg County Bar Association will hold its tenth annual North Carolina Business Court CLE on Friday, October 14, 2022, at the Bar and Foundation Center in Charlotte. This year’s program features a spectacular line-up that includes the following: An introduction to the Business Court by Chief Business Court […]
