Kelly & West Attorneys
Creating a Will is something many people put off. We don’t want to think about what happens after we die, and we always think we have more time to get our Will done. This New Year’s, it’s time to make a resolution: get your Will done as soon as possible in 2017. Creating a Will with your attorney is easier and probably less expensive than you think. We often hear questions about the process, so here are some of the most frequent questions along with answers.
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The holiday season is full of joyous traditions and celebrations. It’s a time to be surrounded by loved ones and give thanks for everything we have. The attorneys at Kelly & West want to wish everyone a very happy holiday season, but we also want you to be safe. Unfortunately, the season’s tidings also bring safety hazards, including personal injury, property damage, and traffic violations.
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If you’ve been in court, you may have heard of something called Prayer for Judgement. This can be considered a small act of “mercy” from fines and other convictions, but that doesn’t mean you are released without punishment. What is Prayer for Judgement? In North Carolina traffic law, a Prayer for Judgement Continued or “PJC” […]
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You may think that getting a speeding ticket or violating a traffic law isn’t a big deal, but it is! You receive driver’s license points for violating these laws that are considered a “moving violation.” Your points can add up and result in major consequences for your driving privileges including revocation. Here is how the system works:
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A power of attorney (POA) document authorizes another party (the attorney-in-fact) to make certain financial, legal, and business decisions on your behalf. These are the 5 most common mistakes we see in our practice when clients create power of attorney.
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Returning to work after an on-the-job injury is difficult, not only physically, but mentally. You may still be recovering, and your employer might be making things difficult for you. Quitting your job is tempting — but don’t quit. If you are still receiving workers’ compensation for your injury, be sure to speak to an attorney […]
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It’s that time of year again – kids are going back to school and roads are becoming more congested. School buses are on the road, picking up and dropping off students. Passing a stopped school bus is against the law in North Carolina. Do you know when to stop for a stopped school bus and when it’s OK to keep driving?
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What happens if you are involved in an automobile accident but the other driver responsible doesn’t have enough liability coverage — or any insurance at all — and can’t pay for your injuries? You are not out of luck: your insurance company should help you. This is when your uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage applies and may help compensate you for your injuries and damages.
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Buying or selling your home? Whether you’re buying your first home or fifth home or selling a home, the process can have an emotional as well as a financial impact. Hiring a real estate lawyer is an intelligent decision, especially for new homeowners who aren’t familiar with the detailed process. Whether you are the buyer or the seller, the knowledge and experience of an experienced real estate lawyer can be extremely helpful when it comes time to close.
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The owner of the Carolina Hurricanes, Peter Karmanos, is being sued by his three sons for borrowing more than $100 million out of their trust fund. You may be asking yourself: If it is his money in the trust, what’s the big deal? Well you must understand how trusts work and you better read all of the fine print before signing one — even if you are a multi-millionaire.
Read more“Reggie Kelly is a fantastic attorney with fantastic paralegals. My wife and I have been using him and his firm since 1983 when we first purchased property in Harnett County 37 years ago. He offers excellent legal advice and guidance. He never gets in a hurry to get us out the door because of his next appointment. He always takes the time needed to check out all of the issues that might come up. Reggie Kelly is a proud American and he loves our country and he wants everyone to do well. Reggie Kelly is an even finer person than he is a fantastic attorney and we are very fortunate to also be able to call him and his wife Cheryl our friends. We give him a 10 STAR Review!”
